What airlines fly to Chennai?

Qatar Airways, British Airways and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chennai from Indianapolis according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 49% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chennai. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Chennai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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As of November 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Indianapolis Airport to Chennai Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Indianapolis Airport to Chennai Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Indianapolis Airport to Chennai Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chennai Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chennai Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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8:13 am - 8:05 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

37h 22m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:55 am - 5:19 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

40h 54m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Charlotte Douglas

$1,123Etihad Airways

Thu, Feb 18 - Thu, Mar 25

6:00 am - 2:15 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

33h 45m2 stops Miami Doha Hamad Intl

3:15 am - 11:50 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

31h 05m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Miami

$1,148Qatar Airways

Thu, Feb 4 - Wed, Mar 10

5:13 pm - 2:30 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

22h 47m2 stops Philadelphia Doha Hamad Intl

3:15 am - 10:54 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

30h 09m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,148Qatar Airways

Wed, Feb 10 - Wed, Mar 10

7:40 am - 2:35 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

32h 25m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

4:20 pm - 5:19 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

35h 29m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Charlotte Douglas

$1,183Etihad Airways

Sat, Jan 16 - Sat, Feb 13

12:46 pm - 2:50 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

28h 34m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

4:20 am - 9:24 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

26h 34m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,184Qatar Airways

Sun, Apr 4 - Sat, Apr 10

7:00 am - 1:10 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

31h 40m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Addis Ababa Bole

10:05 am - 6:53 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

42h 18m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,264Ethiopian Air

Thu, Feb 18 - Thu, Mar 25

7:00 am - 1:10 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

31h 40m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Addis Ababa Bole

2:10 am - 12:41 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

45h 01m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,304Ethiopian Air

Sat, Jan 16 - Fri, Feb 12

7:35 pm - 1:10 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

43h 05m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Addis Ababa Bole

10:05 am - 2:16 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

38h 41m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,350Ethiopian Air

Fri, Feb 12 - Thu, Mar 11

9:28 pm - 3:05 pmIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

55h 07m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:50 pm - 4:06 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

28h 46m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,424Etihad Airways

Sat, Jan 2 - Fri, Jan 15

11:30 am - 8:05 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

34h 05m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:55 am - 1:46 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

38h 21m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Charlotte Douglas

$1,442Etihad Airways

Sun, Jan 3 - Sat, Jan 16

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7:10 am - 1:10 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

31h 30m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Addis Ababa Bole

10:05 am - 2:30 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

38h 55m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,290Ethiopian Air

Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Jan 28

12:08 pm - 8:10 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

33h 32m3 stops Newark Lome Addis Ababa Bole

10:05 am - 2:30 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

38h 55m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,290Ethiopian Air

Tue, Nov 17 - Thu, Jan 28

12:08 pm - 8:10 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

33h 32m3 stops Newark Lome Addis Ababa Bole

10:05 am - 2:30 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

38h 55m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,359Ethiopian Air

Tue, Nov 17 - Tue, Jan 26

7:10 am - 1:10 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

31h 30m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Addis Ababa Bole

10:05 am - 2:30 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

38h 55m3 stops Addis Ababa Bole Rome Fiumicino Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,360Ethiopian Air

Thu, Nov 19 - Tue, Jan 26

3:10 pm - 2:15 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

24h 35m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Doha Hamad Intl

4:05 am - 6:48 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

25h 13m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Philadelphia

$1,389Qatar Airways

Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Jan 28

3:10 pm - 2:15 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

24h 35m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Doha Hamad Intl

3:15 am - 7:10 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

26h 25m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Philadelphia

$1,389Qatar Airways

Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Jan 25

3:10 pm - 2:15 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

24h 35m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Doha Hamad Intl

3:15 am - 8:50 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

28h 05m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Boston Logan Intl

$1,389Qatar Airways

Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Jan 26

10:17 am - 7:50 pmIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

23h 03m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

3:55 am - 11:12 amMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

41h 47m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl

$1,414Etihad Airways

Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Jan 28

12:39 pm - 8:05 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

32h 56m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

3:55 am - 11:06 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

29h 41m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,419Etihad Airways

Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Jan 27

9:00 am - 8:05 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

36h 35m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

4:20 pm - 12:15 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

30h 25m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,464Etihad Airways

Tue, Nov 17 - Sat, Jan 30

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Etihad Airways flights from Indianapolis to Chennai

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Etihad Airways

Feb 18

IND8:13 amIndianapolis

37h 22m

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MAA8:05 amChennai

Mar 25

MAA9:55 amChennai

40h 54m

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IND5:19 pmIndianapolis

$1,123

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27h 19m

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MAA2:35 amChennai

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$1,237

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Jan 5

IND12:32 pmIndianapolis

27h 33m

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MAA2:35 amChennai

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MAA3:55 amChennai

29h 41m

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IND11:06 pmIndianapolis

$1,239

Qatar Airways flights from Indianapolis to Chennai

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Feb 4

IND6:00 amIndianapolis

33h 45m

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MAA2:15 amChennai

Mar 10

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IND11:50 pmIndianapolis

$1,148

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Apr 4

IND12:46 pmIndianapolis

28h 34m

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MAA2:50 amChennai

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MAA4:20 amChennai

26h 34m

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IND9:24 pmIndianapolis

$1,184

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Feb 12

IND11:02 amIndianapolis

28h 43m

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MAA2:15 amChennai

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31h 05m

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$1,187

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$1,424

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2 stops38h 21m

$1,442

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Typical prices usually range from $1,191 to $1,513.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,123.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

In general, April is the cheapest month to fly from Indianapolis to Chennai. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $0. If you’re not able to fly to Chennai in April, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from Indianapolis to Chennai during October average around $1,088.

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Best Price Found	$1,177
Fastest flight time	22h 21m
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The best one-way flight to Chennai from Indianapolis in the past 72 hours is $1,177. The best round-trip flight deal from Indianapolis to Chennai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,123.

The fastest flight from Indianapolis to Chennai takes 22h 21m

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How far is Indianapolis to Chennai by plane?
There are 8676.0 mi between Indianapolis and Chennai. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 22h 21m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Indianapolis Airport to Chennai Airport?
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As of November 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Indianapolis Airport to Chennai Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Indianapolis Airport to Chennai Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Indianapolis Airport to Chennai Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chennai Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chennai Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Indianapolis to Chennai?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Indianapolis and Chennai, the leading airline is Qatar Airways, making up 82% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Etihad Airways with 18%.

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Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $974	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,555 reviews		Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,078	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,697 reviews		Search Qatar Airways flights

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