Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Chennai to Washington, D.C.?

Doha (DOH) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 30m.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Chennai and Washington, D.C.?

Abu Dhabi (AUH) was the most common stop: 53% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Chennai to Washington, D.C.?

Flights via London (LHR) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,050.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Chennai to Washington, D.C.?

Flights connecting via Dubai (DXB) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 20h 10m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chennai to Washington, D.C.?

Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, and IndiGo are the most popular carriers operating from Chennai to Washington, D.C.

What airlines fly to Washington, D.C.?

Etihad Airways, Emirates and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Washington, D.C. from Chennai according to our data. Etihad Airways is the first choice among our users, with 39% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Washington, D.C.. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Washington, D.C. on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chennai Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Prices for flights from Chennai Airport to Washington, D.C. are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chennai Airport to Washington, D.C.?

As of January 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Chennai Airport to Washington, D.C..

How old do you have to be to fly from Chennai Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chennai Airport to Washington, D.C..

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C.?

The required travel and health documents for your Washington, D.C. trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Washington, D.C.. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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4:05 am - 9:45 am

MAA

IAD

39h 10m

1 stop

2:35 pm - 8:10 am

IAD

MAA

31h 05m

1 stop

$732Etihad Airways

Mon, Jun 8 - Sun, Nov 8

4:35 pm - 9:45 am

MAA

IAD

26h 40m

1 stop

3:10 pm - 8:10 pm

IAD

MAA

19h 30m

1 stop

$739Etihad Airways

Mon, Apr 20 - Sun, Oct 18

4:35 pm - 9:45 am

MAA

IAD

26h 40m

1 stop

3:10 pm - 2:25 am

IAD

MAA

25h 45m

1 stop

$740Etihad Airways

Mon, Apr 20 - Thu, Oct 15

10:15 am - 9:45 am

MAA

IAD

33h 00m

1 stop

3:10 pm - 8:25 am

IAD

MAA

31h 45m

1 stop

$742Etihad Airways

Mon, Apr 20 - Wed, Oct 14

7:35 am - 9:59 am

MAA

DCA

35h 54m

2 stops

5:45 pm - 3:30 am

DCA

MAA

24h 15m

2 stops

$908British Airways

Wed, Mar 11 - Tue, Sep 1

11:40 am - 10:59 pm

MAA

DCA

44h 49m

2 stops

6:00 am - 10:50 pm

DCA

MAA

31h 20m

2 stops

$979Air India

Wed, Mar 11 - Wed, Mar 18

6:15 am - 10:59 pm

MAA

DCA

51h 14m

2 stops

6:00 am - 1:00 am

DCA

MAA

32h 30m

2 stops

$988Air India

Wed, Feb 11 - Thu, Feb 26

5:35 am - 7:40 pm

MAA

BWI

23h 35m

1 stop

7:25 pm - 3:30 am

BWI

MAA

22h 35m

1 stop

$990British Airways

Thu, Apr 2 - Wed, Sep 23

1:55 am - 3:39 pm

MAA

DCA

23h 14m

2 stops

4:20 pm - 12:10 am

DCA

MAA

46h 20m

2 stops

$1,003Air Canada

Mon, May 18 - Sun, Jul 26

1:55 am - 7:58 pm

MAA

DCA

51h 33m

2 stops

9:40 am - 12:10 am

DCA

MAA

29h 00m

2 stops

$1,008Air Canada

Tue, May 19 - Mon, Jul 27

Etihad Airways flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C.

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Etihad Airways

Jun 8

MAA4:05 amChennai

39h 10m

1 stop

IAD9:45 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Nov 8

IAD2:35 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

31h 05m

1 stop

MAA8:10 amChennai

$732

Etihad Airways

Apr 20

MAA4:35 pmChennai

26h 40m

1 stop

IAD9:45 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Oct 18

IAD3:10 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

19h 30m

1 stop

MAA8:10 pmChennai

$739

Etihad Airways

Apr 20

MAA4:35 pmChennai

26h 40m

1 stop

IAD9:45 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Oct 15

IAD3:10 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

25h 45m

1 stop

MAA2:25 amChennai

$740

Qatar Airways flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C.

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Qatar Airways

Apr 19

MAA3:55 amChennai

21h 40m

1 stop

IAD4:05 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Oct 12

IAD9:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20h 30m

1 stop

MAA3:00 amChennai

$784

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May 31

MAA3:55 amChennai

21h 40m

1 stop

IAD4:05 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Jul 30

IAD9:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20h 30m

1 stop

MAA3:00 amChennai

$786

Qatar Airways

May 31

MAA3:55 amChennai

21h 40m

1 stop

IAD4:05 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Aug 17

IAD9:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20h 30m

1 stop

MAA3:00 amChennai

$794

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MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Mon 6/8

4:05 am-9:45 am

1 stop39h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/8

2:35 pm-8:10 am

1 stop31h 05m

$732

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Mon 4/20

4:35 pm-9:45 am

1 stop26h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 10/18

3:10 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop19h 30m

$739

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Mon 4/20

4:35 pm-9:45 am

1 stop26h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/15

3:10 pm-2:25 am

1 stop25h 45m

$740

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Mon 4/20

10:15 am-9:45 am

1 stop33h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 10/14

3:10 pm-8:25 am

1 stop31h 45m

$742

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - DCA

MAADCA

Chennai

Wed 3/11

7:35 am-9:59 am

2 stops35h 54m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/1

5:45 pm-3:30 am

2 stops24h 15m

$908

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - DCA

MAADCA

Chennai

Wed 3/11

11:40 am-10:59 pm

2 stops44h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/18

6:00 am-10:50 pm

2 stops31h 20m

$979

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - DCA

MAADCA

Chennai

Wed 2/11

6:15 am-10:59 pm

2 stops51h 14m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 2/26

6:00 am-1:00 am

2 stops32h 30m

$988

ChennaiBaltimore

MAA - BWI

MAABWI

Chennai

Thu 4/2

5:35 am-7:40 pm

1 stop23h 35m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 9/23

7:25 pm-3:30 am

1 stop22h 35m

$990

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - DCA

MAADCA

Chennai

Mon 5/18

1:55 am-3:39 pm

2 stops23h 14m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 7/26

4:20 pm-12:10 am

2 stops46h 20m

$1,003

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - DCA

MAADCA

Chennai

Tue 5/19

1:55 am-7:58 pm

2 stops51h 33m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 7/27

9:40 am-12:10 am

2 stops29h 00m

$1,008

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C.?

The month of December is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. from Chennai, with most prices found around $912. If you’re not able to fly to Washington, D.C. in December, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from Chennai to Washington, D.C. during September average around $1,066.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Washington, D.C.?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Washington, D.C. from Chennai when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Washington, D.C. for around $1,127 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Washington, D.C. from Chennai for as low as $916 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 11% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chennai to Washington, D.C. flight.

How have Chennai to Washington, D.C. flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for Chennai to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 25% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from Chennai to Washington, D.C. takes 21h 15m

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The straight-line distance from Chennai to Washington, D.C. is 8551.6 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 21h 15m.
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As of January 2026, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Chennai Airport to Washington, D.C..
How old do you have to be to fly from Chennai Airport to Washington, D.C.?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chennai Airport to Washington, D.C..
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C.?
The required travel and health documents for your Washington, D.C. trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Washington, D.C.. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Chennai to Washington, D.C.?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Chennai to Washington, D.C. is Etihad Airways (39% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are British Airways (24%), Qatar Airways (15%), and Emirates (15%).

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Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $789	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,376 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
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You could potentially save up to 11% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chennai to Washington, D.C. flight.

How have Chennai to Washington, D.C. flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for Chennai to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 25% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chennai to Washington, D.C.?

Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, and IndiGo are the most popular carriers operating from Chennai to Washington, D.C.

What airlines fly to Washington, D.C.?

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Chennai and Washington, D.C.?

Abu Dhabi (AUH) was the most common stop: 53% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Chennai to Washington, D.C.?

Flights via London (LHR) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,050.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Chennai to Washington, D.C.?

Flights connecting via Dubai (DXB) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 20h 10m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Chennai to Washington, D.C.?

Doha (DOH) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 30m.

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