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Air India Logo
11:55 am - 7:10 pmEWR-MAA
21h 45m1 stop
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9:00 pm - 7:55 amMAA-EWR
20h 25m1 stop
$707Air India
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Tue, Mar 31 - Tue, May 5
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1:45 am - 12:35 amJFK-MAA
36h 20m1 stop
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2:00 am - 5:45 amMAA-JFK
38h 15m1 stop
$713Cathay Pacific
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Thu, Jan 8 - Sat, Feb 21
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11:55 am - 10:40 pmEWR-MAA
25h 15m1 stop
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9:00 pm - 7:55 amMAA-EWR
20h 25m1 stop
$713Air India
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Thu, Apr 2 - Tue, May 5
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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
$714Etihad Airways
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Fri, Nov 28 - Fri, Dec 5
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10:00 pm - 3:10 pmJFK-MAA
30h 40m1 stop
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4:35 pm - 9:00 amMAA-JFK
26h 55m1 stop
$716Etihad Airways
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Sun, Nov 16 - Mon, Dec 8
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4:55 pm - 2:15 amJFK-MAA
22h 50m1 stop
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3:15 am - 2:20 pmMAA-JFK
21h 35m1 stop
$727Kuwait Airways
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Sun, Feb 1 - Mon, Mar 2
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9:40 pm - 2:20 amJFK-MAA
19h 10m1 stop
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4:05 am - 3:00 pmMAA-JFK
21h 25m1 stop
$745Qatar Airways
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Mon, Oct 27 - Thu, Nov 6
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10:20 am - 2:20 amJFK-MAA
29h 30m1 stop
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4:05 am - 3:00 pmMAA-JFK
21h 25m1 stop
$746Qatar Airways
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Mon, Nov 3 - Wed, Mar 4
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6:05 pm - 12:05 amEWR-MAA
19h 30m1 stop
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6:00 pm - 12:15 pmMAA-EWR
28h 45m2 stops
$780Lufthansa
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Mon, Nov 10 - Thu, Nov 20
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3:30 pm - 12:05 amLGA-MAA
22h 05m2 stops
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6:00 pm - 9:32 pmMAA-LGA
38h 02m3 stops
$843Lufthansa
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Qatar Airways flights from New York to Chennai

Our best Qatar Airways deals on New York to Chennai flight tickets
Qatar Airways
Oct 22
JFK1:20 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 20m
1 stop
MAA9:10 amChennai
Oct 31
MAA4:05 amChennai
21h 00m
1 stop
JFK3:35 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
$744
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Qatar Airways
Oct 27
JFK9:40 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
19h 10m
1 stop
MAA2:20 amChennai
Nov 6
MAA4:05 amChennai
21h 25m
1 stop
JFK3:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
$745
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Qatar Airways
Nov 3
JFK10:20 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
29h 30m
1 stop
MAA2:20 amChennai
Mar 4
MAA4:05 amChennai
21h 25m
1 stop
JFK3:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
$746
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Gulf Air flights from New York to Chennai

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Gulf Air
Jan 23
JFK11:55 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 15m
1 stop
MAA8:40 pmChennai
Jan 31
MAA9:25 pmChennai
22h 15m
1 stop
JFK9:10 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
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Gulf Air
Oct 24
JFK3:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
20h 20m
1 stop
MAA8:50 pmChennai
Nov 22
MAA9:25 pmChennai
22h 15m
1 stop
JFK9:10 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
$737
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Gulf Air
Oct 31
JFK12:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 15m
1 stop
MAA8:40 pmChennai
Nov 8
MAA9:25 pmChennai
22h 15m
1 stop
JFK9:10 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York to Chennai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated October 16, 2025.
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NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Tue 3/31

11:55 am-7:10 pm

1 stop21h 45m

Chennai

Tue 5/5

9:00 pm-7:55 am

1 stop20h 25m

$707

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 1/8

1:45 am-12:35 am

1 stop36h 20m

Chennai

Sat 2/21

2:00 am-5:45 am

1 stop38h 15m

$713

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Thu 4/2

11:55 am-10:40 pm

1 stop25h 15m

Chennai

Tue 5/5

9:00 pm-7:55 am

1 stop20h 25m

$713

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 11/28

10:00 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop30h 10m

Chennai

Fri 12/5

3:45 pm-9:00 am

1 stop27h 45m

$714

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 11/16

10:00 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop30h 40m

Chennai

Mon 12/8

4:35 pm-9:00 am

1 stop26h 55m

$716

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/1

4:55 pm-2:15 am

1 stop22h 50m

Chennai

Mon 3/2

3:15 am-2:20 pm

1 stop21h 35m

$727

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 10/27

9:40 pm-2:20 am

1 stop19h 10m

Chennai

Thu 11/6

4:05 am-3:00 pm

1 stop21h 25m

$745

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 11/3

10:20 am-2:20 am

1 stop29h 30m

Chennai

Wed 3/4

4:05 am-3:00 pm

1 stop21h 25m

$746

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Mon 11/10

6:05 pm-12:05 am

1 stop19h 30m

Chennai

Thu 11/20

6:00 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops28h 45m

$780

New YorkChennai

LGA - MAA

LGAMAA

New York LaGuardia

Sat 1/24

3:30 pm-12:05 am

2 stops22h 05m

Chennai

Fri 1/30

6:00 pm-9:32 pm

3 stops38h 02m

$843

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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 to Chennai. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $707. If you’re not able to fly to Chennai in September, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from New York to Chennai during October average around $796.

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 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 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 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 when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around $1,010 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 for as low as $945 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on New York to Chennai flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on New York to Chennai flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have New York to Chennai flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for New York to Chennai flights are approximately 6% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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  • How far is New York to Chennai by plane?

    There are 8362.6 mi between New York and Chennai. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 18h 00m.

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

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Chennai Airport?

    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 New York 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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Best airlines flying from New York to Chennai

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Rating
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Air IndiaPriceFrom $606Free CancellationRating
5.5
2,937 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $652Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,040 reviews
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Kuwait AirwaysPriceFrom $685Free CancellationRating
7.2
310 reviews
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Gulf AirPriceFrom $705Free CancellationRating
7.1
213 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $725Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,028 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $733Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,280 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $734Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,652 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $803Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,457 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $816Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,497 reviews
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Air CanadaPriceFrom $836Free CancellationRating
7.1
10,307 reviews
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