Cheap flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai from $379

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4:55 pm - 2:15 amJFK-MAA
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3:15 am - 2:20 pmMAA-JFK
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11:55 am - 8:40 pmJFK-MAA
22h 15m1 stop
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5:35 am - 9:10 amMAA-JFK
38h 05m1 stop
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10:00 pm - 2:40 pmJFK-MAA
30h 10m1 stop
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3:45 pm - 9:00 amMAA-JFK
27h 45m1 stop
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10:00 pm - 2:40 pmJFK-MAA
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27h 45m1 stop
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10:05 am - 7:10 pmJFK-MAA
22h 35m1 stop
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9:10 pm - 7:50 amMAA-JFK
21h 10m1 stop
$735Air India
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Mon, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 20
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9:00 am - 12:35 amJFK-MAA
29h 05m1 stop
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2:00 am - 5:45 amMAA-JFK
38h 15m1 stop
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1:45 am - 12:35 amJFK-MAA
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2:00 am - 5:45 amMAA-JFK
38h 15m1 stop
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9:00 pm - 2:30 amJFK-MAA
19h 00m1 stop
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4:05 am - 3:00 pmMAA-JFK
21h 25m1 stop
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9:00 pm - 2:30 amJFK-MAA
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4:05 am - 3:00 pmMAA-JFK
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10:05 am - 7:10 pmJFK-MAA
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9:40 pm - 9:00 amMAA-JFK
21h 50m1 stop
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Air India flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai

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Air India
Dec 8
JFK10:05 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 35m
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MAA7:10 pmChennai
Dec 20
MAA9:10 pmChennai
21h 10m
1 stop
JFK7:50 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Air India
Oct 23
JFK11:10 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 45m
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MAA7:25 pmChennai
Nov 13
MAA2:30 pmChennai
29h 00m
1 stop
JFK9:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Air India
Dec 8
JFK10:05 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 35m
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MAA7:10 pmChennai
Dec 23
MAA9:40 pmChennai
21h 50m
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JFK9:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Etihad Airways flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai

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JFK10:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
30h 10m
1 stop
MAA2:40 pmChennai
Nov 21
MAA3:45 pmChennai
27h 45m
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JFK9:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Etihad Airways
Nov 5
JFK10:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
30h 10m
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MAA2:40 pmChennai
Dec 5
MAA3:45 pmChennai
27h 45m
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JFK9:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Etihad Airways
Oct 29
JFK10:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
30h 15m
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MAA2:40 pmChennai
Nov 9
MAA3:45 pmChennai
27h 45m
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JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 2/6

4:55 pm-2:15 am

1 stop22h 50m

Chennai

Sat 2/28

3:15 am-2:20 pm

1 stop21h 35m

$730

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 12/5

11:55 am-8:40 pm

1 stop22h 15m

Chennai

Thu 12/18

5:35 am-9:10 am

1 stop38h 05m

$732

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/5

10:00 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop30h 10m

Chennai

Fri 11/21

3:45 pm-9:00 am

1 stop27h 45m

$733

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/5

10:00 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop30h 10m

Chennai

Fri 12/5

3:45 pm-9:00 am

1 stop27h 45m

$734

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 12/8

10:05 am-7:10 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Chennai

Sat 12/20

9:10 pm-7:50 am

1 stop21h 10m

$735

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/11

9:00 am-12:35 am

1 stop29h 05m

Chennai

Fri 12/12

2:00 am-5:45 am

1 stop38h 15m

$736

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 11/29

1:45 am-12:35 am

1 stop36h 20m

Chennai

Mon 12/15

2:00 am-5:45 am

1 stop38h 15m

$737

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 12/2

9:00 pm-2:30 am

1 stop19h 00m

Chennai

Tue 12/23

4:05 am-3:00 pm

1 stop21h 25m

$744

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 12/2

9:00 pm-2:30 am

1 stop19h 00m

Chennai

Sun 12/21

4:05 am-3:00 pm

1 stop21h 25m

$745

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 12/8

10:05 am-7:10 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Chennai

Tue 12/23

9:40 pm-9:00 am

1 stop21h 50m

$749

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $763. If you’re not able to fly to Chennai in September, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai during October average around $803.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chennai?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chennai is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $894. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,287. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chennai?

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai when you can find flight prices for as low as $1,197. Flying to Chennai in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chennai is in the afternoon when prices are around $1,250.

What is the cheapest New York John F Kennedy Intl to Chennai flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Chennai?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chennai from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around $1,009 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chennai from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport for as low as $951 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 1% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai flight.

How have New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai flights are approximately 3% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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  • How far is New York John F Kennedy Intl to Chennai by plane?

    New York John F Kennedy Intl and Chennai are 8364.2 mi apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 18h 00m.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai Airport.

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

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chennai Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chennai Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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