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Air India Logo
11:15 am - 10:50 pmEWR-MAA
25h 05m1 stop
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4:55 pm - 7:35 amMAA-EWR
24h 10m1 stop
$742Air India
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Wed, Mar 4 - Wed, Apr 8
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10:05 am - 3:40 pmJFK-MAA
19h 05m1 stop
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9:10 pm - 7:50 amMAA-JFK
21h 10m1 stop
$746Air India
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Thu, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 16
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10:20 am - 2:30 amJFK-MAA
29h 40m1 stop
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4:05 am - 3:00 pmMAA-JFK
21h 25m1 stop
$747Qatar Airways
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Tue, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 24
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9:00 pm - 2:30 amJFK-MAA
19h 00m1 stop
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4:05 am - 3:35 pmMAA-JFK
21h 00m1 stop
$752Qatar Airways
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Wed, Feb 25 - Wed, Mar 11
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9:35 pm - 5:35 amEWR-MAA
21h 30m1 stop
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7:35 am - 7:35 pmMAA-EWR
22h 30m1 stop
$762British Airways
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Mon, Feb 2 - Thu, Mar 5
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10:00 pm - 8:10 amJFK-MAA
23h 40m1 stop
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10:00 am - 9:00 amMAA-JFK
33h 30m1 stop
$765Etihad Airways
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Sat, Nov 29 - Sun, Dec 14
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10:00 pm - 8:10 amJFK-MAA
23h 40m1 stop
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9:40 pm - 9:00 amMAA-JFK
21h 50m1 stop
$767Etihad Airways
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Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 23
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11:20 pm - 5:35 amJFK-MAA
19h 45m1 stop
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7:35 am - 7:35 pmMAA-JFK
22h 30m1 stop
$776British Airways
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Thu, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 9
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6:05 pm - 12:05 amEWR-MAA
19h 30m1 stop
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1:50 am - 4:00 pmMAA-EWR
24h 40m1 stop
$807Lufthansa
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Sun, Jan 18 - Sun, Feb 1
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8:50 pm - 8:45 amEWR-MAA
25h 25m2 stops
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6:00 pm - 12:40 pmMAA-EWR
29h 10m2 stops
$813Lufthansa
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British Airways flights from New York to Chennai

Our best British Airways deals on New York to Chennai flight tickets
British Airways
Feb 2
EWR9:35 pmNewark
21h 30m
1 stop
MAA5:35 amChennai
Mar 5
MAA7:35 amChennai
22h 30m
1 stop
EWR7:35 pmNewark
$762
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British Airways
Jan 29
JFK11:20 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
19h 45m
1 stop
MAA5:35 amChennai
Feb 9
MAA7:35 amChennai
22h 30m
1 stop
JFK7:35 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
$776
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British Airways
Jan 21
EWR9:35 pmNewark
21h 30m
1 stop
MAA5:35 amChennai
Feb 12
MAA7:35 amChennai
40h 45m
1 stop
EWR1:50 pmNewark
$777
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Qatar Airways flights from New York to Chennai

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Qatar Airways
Nov 12
JFK10:20 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
29h 30m
1 stop
MAA2:20 amChennai
Nov 19
MAA4:05 amChennai
21h 25m
1 stop
JFK3:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
$747
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Qatar Airways
Feb 25
JFK9:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
19h 00m
1 stop
MAA2:30 amChennai
Mar 11
MAA4:05 amChennai
21h 00m
1 stop
JFK3:35 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
$752
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Qatar Airways
Jan 8
JFK9:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
19h 00m
1 stop
MAA2:30 amChennai
Apr 1
MAA3:55 amChennai
20h 45m
1 stop
JFK3:10 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
$753
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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 November 6, 2025.
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NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Wed 3/4

11:15 am-10:50 pm

1 stop25h 05m

Chennai

Wed 4/8

4:55 pm-7:35 am

1 stop24h 10m

$742

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 12/4

10:05 am-3:40 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Chennai

Tue 12/16

9:10 pm-7:50 am

1 stop21h 10m

$746

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 12/2

10:20 am-2:30 am

1 stop29h 40m

Chennai

Wed 12/24

4:05 am-3:00 pm

1 stop21h 25m

$747

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 2/25

9:00 pm-2:30 am

1 stop19h 00m

Chennai

Wed 3/11

4:05 am-3:35 pm

1 stop21h 00m

$752

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Mon 2/2

9:35 pm-5:35 am

1 stop21h 30m

Chennai

Thu 3/5

7:35 am-7:35 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$762

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 11/29

10:00 pm-8:10 am

1 stop23h 40m

Chennai

Sun 12/14

10:00 am-9:00 am

1 stop33h 30m

$765

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 12/2

10:00 pm-8:10 am

1 stop23h 40m

Chennai

Tue 12/23

9:40 pm-9:00 am

1 stop21h 50m

$767

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 1/29

11:20 pm-5:35 am

1 stop19h 45m

Chennai

Mon 2/9

7:35 am-7:35 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$776

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Sun 1/18

6:05 pm-12:05 am

1 stop19h 30m

Chennai

Sun 2/1

1:50 am-4:00 pm

1 stop24h 40m

$807

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Tue 1/20

8:50 pm-8:45 am

2 stops25h 25m

Chennai

Wed 2/11

6:00 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops29h 10m

$813

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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 $806.

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 Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,269. 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 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 $1,220. 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 $1,261.

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 $1,007 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 $951 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 1% 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 November 2025, prices for New York to Chennai flights are approximately 15% cheaper 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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Air IndiaPriceFrom $607Free CancellationRating
5.5
2,941 reviews
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7.2
316 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $652Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,040 reviews
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Gulf AirPriceFrom $694Free CancellationRating
7.2
217 reviews
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Cathay PacificPriceFrom $725Free CancellationRating
7.6
1,053 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom $734Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,285 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom $734Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,661 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $798Free CancellationRating
6.8
7,555 reviews
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British AirwaysPriceFrom $798Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,496 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $840Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,402 reviews
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