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10:05 am - 8:10 pm
JFK
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MAA
23h 35m1 stop
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9:40 pm - 8:20 am
MAA
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JFK
21h 10m1 stop
$758Multiple Airlines
Sun, Feb 15 - Fri, Mar 6
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10:05 am - 8:45 am
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MAA
36h 10m1 stop
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3:45 pm - 3:25 pm
MAA
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JFK
34h 10m1 stop
$759Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 22 - Fri, Jan 30
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10:05 am - 7:10 pm
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MAA
22h 35m1 stop
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3:55 am - 3:25 pm
MAA
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JFK
22h 00m1 stop
$760Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 27 - Wed, Feb 25
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1:40 pm - 12:35 am
JFK
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MAA
24h 25m1 stop
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2:00 am - 7:05 pm
MAA
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JFK
27h 35m1 stop
$761Cathay Pacific
Tue, Feb 3 - Mon, Feb 16
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9:00 am - 12:35 am
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MAA
29h 05m1 stop
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2:00 am - 12:00 pm
MAA
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JFK
44h 30m1 stop
$762Cathay Pacific
Mon, Jan 19 - Sun, Jan 25
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9:00 am - 12:35 am
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MAA
29h 05m1 stop
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2:00 am - 12:00 pm
MAA
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44h 30m1 stop
$763Cathay Pacific
Mon, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 14
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5:55 pm - 2:25 am
JFK
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MAA
23h 00m1 stop
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3:25 am - 2:00 pm
MAA
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JFK
20h 05m1 stop
$764Kuwait Airways
Tue, Apr 14 - Sat, Apr 25
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3:00 pm - 7:55 pm
JFK
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MAA
18h 25m1 stop
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9:40 pm - 8:20 am
MAA
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JFK
21h 10m1 stop
$767Etihad Airways
Thu, Feb 5 - Tue, Feb 17
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11:15 am - 6:30 pm
EWR
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MAA
20h 45m1 stop
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9:40 pm - 10:05 am
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21h 55m1 stop
$812Air India
Thu, Feb 26 - Sun, Mar 8
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12:05 pm - 12:55 pm
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39h 20m1 stop
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2:30 pm - 9:00 am
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28h 00m1 stop
$813Air India
Thu, Mar 19 - Wed, May 20

Etihad Airways flights from New York to Chennai

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Etihad Airways
Feb 5
JFK3:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
18h 25m
1 stop
MAA7:55 pmChennai
Feb 18
MAA9:40 pmChennai
21h 10m
1 stop
JFK8:20 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
$767
Etihad Airways
Feb 5
JFK10:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
30h 40m
1 stop
MAA3:10 pmChennai
Feb 16
MAA4:10 pmChennai
26h 40m
1 stop
JFK8:20 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
$768
Etihad Airways
Feb 17
JFK10:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
18h 00m
1 stop
MAA2:30 amChennai
Feb 25
MAA3:55 amChennai
22h 00m
1 stop
JFK3:25 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
$770

Air India flights from New York to Chennai

Our best Air India deals on New York to Chennai flight tickets
Air India
Feb 26
EWR11:15 amNewark
20h 45m
1 stop
MAA6:30 pmChennai
Mar 8
MAA9:40 pmChennai
21h 55m
1 stop
EWR10:05 amNewark
$812
Air India
Mar 19
EWR12:05 pmNewark
39h 20m
1 stop
MAA12:55 pmChennai
May 20
MAA2:30 pmChennai
28h 00m
1 stop
EWR9:00 amNewark
$813
Air India
Feb 12
EWR11:15 amNewark
20h 45m
1 stop
MAA6:30 pmChennai
Feb 19
MAA11:40 amChennai
31h 05m
1 stop
EWR8:15 amNewark
$815

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JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/15

10:05 am-8:10 pm

1 stop23h 35m

Chennai

Fri 3/6

9:40 pm-8:20 am

1 stop21h 10m

$758

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 1/22

10:05 am-8:45 am

1 stop36h 10m

Chennai

Fri 1/30

3:45 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop34h 10m

$759

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 1/27

10:05 am-7:10 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Chennai

Wed 2/25

3:55 am-3:25 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$760

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 2/3

1:40 pm-12:35 am

1 stop24h 25m

Chennai

Mon 2/16

2:00 am-7:05 pm

1 stop27h 35m

$761

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 1/19

9:00 am-12:35 am

1 stop29h 05m

Chennai

Sun 1/25

2:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop44h 30m

$762

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/2

9:00 am-12:35 am

1 stop29h 05m

Chennai

Sat 2/14

2:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop44h 30m

$763

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 4/14

5:55 pm-2:25 am

1 stop23h 00m

Chennai

Sat 4/25

3:25 am-2:00 pm

1 stop20h 05m

$764

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 2/5

3:00 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop18h 25m

Chennai

Tue 2/17

9:40 pm-8:20 am

1 stop21h 10m

$767

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Thu 2/26

11:15 am-6:30 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Chennai

Sun 3/8

9:40 pm-10:05 am

1 stop21h 55m

$812

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Thu 3/19

12:05 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop39h 20m

Chennai

Wed 5/20

2:30 pm-9:00 am

1 stop28h 00m

$813

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Chennai?

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 $797.

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 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.

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 $990 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 $898 on momondo.

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There is only 1 cabin class 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.

Can stopping save me money on New York to Chennai flights?

You could potentially save up to 15% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Chennai flight.

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

As of January 2026, prices for New York to Chennai flights are approximately 25% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time

18h 25m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from New York to Chennai takes 18h 25m
There are no direct flights from New York to Chennai. There are no popular flight routes from New York to Chennai.
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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 25m.

  • 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.

  • What is the most popular airline from New York to Chennai?

Best airlines flying from New York to Chennai

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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $579Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,124 reviews
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Air IndiaPriceFrom $629Free CancellationRating
5.5
2,974 reviews
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Kuwait AirwaysPriceFrom $632Free CancellationRating
7.2
326 reviews
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Gulf AirPriceFrom $633Free CancellationRating
7.2
223 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $652Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,094 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $729Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,360 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $734Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,701 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $776Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,657 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $841Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,692 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $892Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,462 reviews
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