Cheap flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai from $442

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6:50 pm - 1:30 am
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MAA
21h 10m
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2:50 am - 2:00 pm
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21h 40m
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$922Kuwait Airways
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28h 50m
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6:10 am - 10:00 am
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37h 20m
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$924Gulf Air
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3:45 pm - 3:05 pm
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MAA
37h 50m
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9:40 pm - 9:00 am
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20h 50m
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$926Etihad Airways
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36h 20m
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4:05 am - 4:00 pm
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21h 25m
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$927Etihad Airways
Mon, Sep 7 - Sun, Sep 20
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11:10 am - 8:25 pm
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23h 45m
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8:20 pm - 7:50 am
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22h 00m
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$928Air India
Mon, Oct 12 - Tue, Nov 24
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21h 40m
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$929Kuwait Airways
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Nov 24
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$934Air India
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28h 50m
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9:35 pm - 9:25 am
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21h 20m
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$936Gulf Air
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$937Emirates
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Etihad Airways flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai

Our best Etihad Airways deals on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai flight tickets
Etihad Airways
Oct 1
JFK3:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
37h 50m
1 stop
MAA3:05 pmChennai
Oct 30
MAA9:40 pmChennai
20h 50m
1 stop
JFK9:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
$926
Etihad Airways
Sep 7
JFK10:20 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
36h 20m
1 stop
MAA8:10 pmChennai
Sep 20
MAA4:05 amChennai
21h 25m
1 stop
JFK4:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
$927
Etihad Airways
Oct 11
JFK3:45 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
37h 50m
1 stop
MAA3:05 pmChennai
Nov 25
MAA4:10 pmChennai
26h 20m
1 stop
JFK8:00 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
$934

Emirates flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai

Our best Emirates deals on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai flight tickets
Emirates
May 12
JFK10:20 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
36h 40m
2 stops
MAA8:30 pmChennai
Jun 9
MAA10:05 pmChennai
20h 15m
1 stop
JFK8:50 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
$921
Emirates
Sep 7
JFK10:20 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
42h 40m
2 stops
MAA2:30 amChennai
Sep 21
MAA4:05 amChennai
19h 50m
1 stop
JFK2:25 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
$937
Emirates
May 11
JFK10:20 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
36h 40m
2 stops
MAA8:30 pmChennai
May 23
MAA9:50 amChennai
42h 35m
2 stops
JFK6:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
$943

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JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 10/30

6:50 pm-1:30 am

1 stop21h 10m

Chennai

Sat 11/28

2:50 am-2:00 pm

1 stop21h 40m

$922

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 8/23

3:00 pm-5:20 am

1 stop28h 50m

Chennai

Thu 9/10

6:10 am-10:00 am

1 stop37h 20m

$924

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 10/1

3:45 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop37h 50m

Chennai

Fri 10/30

9:40 pm-9:00 am

1 stop20h 50m

$926

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/7

10:20 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop36h 20m

Chennai

Sun 9/20

4:05 am-4:00 pm

1 stop21h 25m

$927

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 10/12

11:10 am-8:25 pm

1 stop23h 45m

Chennai

Tue 11/24

8:20 pm-7:50 am

1 stop22h 00m

$928

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 10/13

5:55 pm-2:25 am

1 stop23h 00m

Chennai

Tue 11/24

2:50 am-2:00 pm

1 stop21h 40m

$929

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 10/12

11:10 am-6:20 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Chennai

Sun 11/22

8:20 pm-7:50 am

1 stop22h 00m

$934

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 9/30

3:00 pm-5:20 am

1 stop28h 50m

Chennai

Sat 10/17

9:35 pm-9:25 am

1 stop21h 20m

$936

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/7

10:20 pm-2:30 am

2 stops42h 40m

Chennai

Mon 9/21

4:05 am-2:25 pm

1 stop19h 50m

$937

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 8/15

10:20 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop31h 15m

Chennai

Tue 9/15

10:15 am-8:35 am

1 stop31h 50m

$939

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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 $772. 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 $794.

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.

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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 $987 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 $896 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 6% 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 May 2026, prices for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai flights are approximately 1% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time

18h 55m

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The fastest flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai takes 18h 55m
There are no direct flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai. There are no popular flight routes from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai.

Frequently asked questions about flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai

  • 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 55m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai Airport?

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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.

  • What is the most popular airline from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai?

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