What airlines fly to Chennai?

Etihad Airways, Air India and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chennai from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport according to our data. Etihad Airways is the first choice among our users, with 32% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chennai. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Chennai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai?

Flights via Hong Kong (HKG) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $763.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai?

Mumbai (BOM) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 3h 09m.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai?

Flights connecting via Abu Dhabi (AUH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 19h 38m.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Chennai?

Abu Dhabi (AUH) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Chennai?

Air India, KLM, and Etihad Airways are the most popular carriers operating from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Chennai

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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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Chennai?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,104 to $1,478. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,018.

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11:20 am - 2:50 am

JFK

MAA

30h 00m

1 stop

3:55 am - 3:10 pm

MAA

JFK

20h 45m

1 stop

$1,018Qatar Airways

Sat, Jul 25 - Tue, Sep 8

11:20 am - 2:50 am

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MAA

30h 00m

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3:55 am - 9:00 am

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JFK

38h 35m

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$1,019Qatar Airways

Fri, Jul 31 - Mon, Sep 7

3:45 pm - 2:50 am

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MAA

25h 35m

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9:55 pm - 8:35 am

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JFK

20h 10m

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$1,020Etihad Airways

Sun, Aug 2 - Fri, Sep 4

10:20 pm - 8:15 am

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MAA

23h 25m

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JFK

20h 35m

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$1,022Emirates

Sun, Nov 8 - Thu, Dec 3

11:55 am - 10:20 am

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MAA

36h 55m

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2:00 pm - 9:40 am

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JFK

29h 10m

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$1,023Air India

Wed, Jul 22 - Fri, Jul 31

3:00 pm - 5:20 am

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MAA

28h 50m

1 stop

1:35 pm - 5:20 pm

MAA

JFK

37h 15m

2 stops

$1,024Multiple Airlines

Sun, Aug 16 - Mon, Aug 31

11:55 am - 6:40 pm

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21h 15m

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4:00 pm - 8:20 am

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JFK

25h 50m

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$1,025Air India

Tue, Aug 4 - Wed, Sep 2

10:20 pm - 2:15 am

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41h 25m

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JFK

31h 40m

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$1,026Emirates

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10:20 pm - 2:15 am

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41h 25m

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JFK

20h 35m

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$1,027Emirates

Sat, Nov 21 - Thu, Nov 26

3:00 pm - 5:20 am

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28h 50m

1 stop

2:35 pm - 5:20 pm

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JFK

36h 15m

3 stops

$1,028Multiple Airlines

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

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Qatar Airways

Jul 25

JFK11:20 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

30h 00m

1 stop

MAA2:50 amChennai

Sep 8

MAA3:55 amChennai

20h 45m

1 stop

JFK3:10 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,018

Qatar Airways

Jul 31

JFK11:20 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

30h 00m

1 stop

MAA2:50 amChennai

Sep 7

MAA3:55 amChennai

38h 35m

1 stop

JFK9:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,019

Qatar Airways

Jul 19

JFK10:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

19h 10m

1 stop

MAA2:40 amChennai

Jul 26

MAA3:55 amChennai

28h 05m

1 stop

JFK10:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,072

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

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Etihad Airways

Aug 2

JFK3:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

25h 35m

1 stop

MAA2:50 amChennai

Sep 4

MAA9:55 pmChennai

20h 10m

1 stop

JFK8:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,020

Etihad Airways

Aug 28

JFK1:20 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

21h 20m

2 stops

MAA8:10 pmChennai

Sep 20

MAA9:55 pmChennai

27h 35m

1 stop

JFK4:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,032

Etihad Airways

Sep 5

JFK10:05 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

31h 15m

2 stops

MAA2:50 amChennai

Sep 13

MAA10:15 amChennai

31h 50m

1 stop

JFK8:35 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,034

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$1,026

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Sat 11/21

10:20 pm-2:15 am

2 stops41h 25m

Chennai

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$1,027

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3:00 pm-5:20 am

1 stop28h 50m

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Chennai?

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 $779. 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 $793.

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 Monday when prices can be found for as low as $1,313. 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 $1,339. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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 $1,000 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 $913 on momondo.

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

As of June 2026, prices for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai flights are approximately 27% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai takes 18h 00m

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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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There are 11 operators available for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai Airport as of June 2026.
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.
What is the most popular airline from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai is Etihad Airways (29% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Air India (24%), Qatar Airways (20%), and Emirates (18%).

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Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom $579	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,388 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Kuwait Airways	PriceFrom $632	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 347 reviews	Search Kuwait Airways flights
Gulf Air	PriceFrom $633	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 234 reviews	Search Gulf Air flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $652	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,722 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air India	PriceFrom $654	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,958 reviews	Search Air India flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $739	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,454 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $740	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,727 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $849	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,062 reviews	Search British Airways flights
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