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8:05 pm - 10:20 am
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MAA
27h 45m
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9:40 pm - 8:20 am
MAA
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JFK
21h 10m
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$757Multiple Airlines
Wed, Feb 18 - Tue, Mar 3
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5:55 pm - 2:25 am
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MAA
23h 00m
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3:25 am - 2:00 pm
MAA
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JFK
20h 05m
1 stop
$758Kuwait Airways
Sun, Mar 29 - Sat, May 16
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10:05 am - 3:40 pm
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MAA
19h 05m
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10:00 am - 3:25 pm
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JFK
39h 55m
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$760Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 24
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MAA
19h 05m
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3:45 pm - 3:25 pm
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34h 10m
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$761Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 2 - Sun, Mar 1
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3:00 pm - 7:55 pm
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MAA
18h 25m
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4:10 pm - 3:25 pm
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JFK
33h 45m
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$765Etihad Airways
Tue, Feb 10 - Mon, Feb 23
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3:00 pm - 7:55 pm
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MAA
18h 25m
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4:10 pm - 3:25 pm
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33h 45m
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$767Etihad Airways
Wed, Feb 11 - Mon, Feb 23
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11:15 am - 6:30 pm
EWR
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MAA
20h 45m
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9:10 pm - 8:15 am
MAA
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EWR
21h 35m
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$786Air India
Mon, Feb 9 - Thu, Feb 26
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11:30 am - 8:10 pm
EWR
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MAA
23h 10m
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8:40 pm - 9:00 am
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EWR
21h 50m
1 stop
$789Air India
Wed, Apr 15 - Wed, Apr 29
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5:46 pm - 5:35 am
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MAA
25h 19m
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7:35 am - 4:48 pm
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42h 43m
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$959British Airways
Tue, Feb 24 - Fri, Mar 20
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5:46 pm - 2:35 am
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22h 19m
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4:05 am - 9:12 pm
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26h 37m
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$1,026Qatar Airways
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Kuwait Airways flights from New York to Chennai

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Kuwait Airways
Mar 29
JFK5:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 00m
1 stop
MAA2:25 amChennai
May 16
MAA3:25 amChennai
20h 05m
1 stop
JFK2:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
$758
Kuwait Airways
Mar 27
JFK5:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
22h 50m
1 stop
MAA2:15 amChennai
May 12
MAA3:25 amChennai
20h 05m
1 stop
JFK2:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
$774
Kuwait Airways
Mar 6
JFK4:55 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
23h 50m
1 stop
MAA3:15 amChennai
Mar 14
MAA3:15 amChennai
21h 35m
1 stop
JFK3:20 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
$775

Air India flights from New York to Chennai

Our best Air India deals on New York to Chennai flight tickets
Air India
Jan 28
JFK10:05 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
19h 05m
1 stop
MAA3:40 pmChennai
Feb 11
MAA9:10 pmChennai
21h 10m
1 stop
JFK7:50 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
$759
Air India
Feb 9
EWR11:15 amNewark
20h 45m
1 stop
MAA6:30 pmChennai
Feb 26
MAA9:10 pmChennai
21h 35m
1 stop
EWR8:15 amNewark
$786
Air India
Feb 24
EWR11:15 amNewark
20h 45m
1 stop
MAA6:30 pmChennai
Mar 9
MAA9:40 pmChennai
21h 55m
1 stop
EWR10:05 amNewark
$787

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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 January 22, 2026.
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JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/18

8:05 pm-10:20 am

2 stops27h 45m

Chennai

Tue 3/3

9:40 pm-8:20 am

1 stop21h 10m

$757

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/29

5:55 pm-2:25 am

1 stop23h 00m

Chennai

Sat 5/16

3:25 am-2:00 pm

1 stop20h 05m

$758

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/2

10:05 am-3:40 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Chennai

Tue 2/24

10:00 am-3:25 pm

1 stop39h 55m

$760

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 2/2

10:05 am-3:40 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Chennai

Sun 3/1

3:45 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop34h 10m

$761

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 2/10

3:00 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop18h 25m

Chennai

Mon 2/23

4:10 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop33h 45m

$765

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/11

3:00 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop18h 25m

Chennai

Mon 2/23

4:10 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop33h 45m

$767

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Mon 2/9

11:15 am-6:30 pm

1 stop20h 45m

Chennai

Thu 2/26

9:10 pm-8:15 am

1 stop21h 35m

$786

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Wed 4/15

11:30 am-8:10 pm

1 stop23h 10m

Chennai

Wed 4/29

8:40 pm-9:00 am

1 stop21h 50m

$789

New YorkChennai

LGA - MAA

LGAMAA

New York LaGuardia

Tue 2/24

5:46 pm-5:35 am

2 stops25h 19m

Chennai

Fri 3/20

7:35 am-4:48 pm

2 stops42h 43m

$959

New YorkChennai

LGA - MAA

LGAMAA

New York LaGuardia

Mon 2/23

5:46 pm-2:35 am

2 stops22h 19m

Chennai

Mon 3/23

4:05 am-9:12 pm

2 stops26h 37m

$1,026

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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 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 $992 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 $897 on momondo.

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

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 24% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time

18h 05m

Direct flights

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The fastest flight from New York to Chennai takes 18h 05m
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 05m.

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

    Prices for flights from New York to Chennai Airport were last updated today.

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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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LufthansaPriceFrom $543Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,738 reviews
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7.6
1,140 reviews
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5.5
2,977 reviews
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Kuwait AirwaysPriceFrom $632Free CancellationRating
7.2
327 reviews
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Gulf AirPriceFrom $633Free CancellationRating
7.2
223 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $652Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,173 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $729Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,374 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $734Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,717 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $776Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,690 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $903Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,485 reviews
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