How long does it take to fly to Chennai?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in State of New York you fly out of and what airport in Chennai you fly into. For example, flying from Newark to Chennai takes 19h 55m on average. On the other hand, flying from New York to Chennai takes 21h 32m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Chennai?

Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Chennai

What airlines fly to Chennai?

Air India, Etihad Airways and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chennai from State of New York according to our data. Air India is the first choice among our users, with 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chennai. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Chennai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from New York to Chennai Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Chennai Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from New York to Chennai Airport is 11 as of June 2026.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to 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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9:15 am - 8:10 pm

BUF

MAA

25h 25m

2 stops

4:05 am - 8:24 pm

MAA

BUF

25h 49m

2 stops

$949Etihad Airways

Thu, Aug 27 - Sun, Sep 20

9:15 am - 8:25 am

BUF

MAA

37h 40m

2 stops

9:55 pm - 8:24 pm

MAA

BUF

31h 59m

2 stops

$972Etihad Airways

Sun, Sep 20 - Thu, Sep 24

7:00 am - 8:25 am

SYR

MAA

39h 55m

2 stops

3:40 pm - 10:51 pm

MAA

SYR

40h 41m

2 stops

$1,009Multiple Airlines

Thu, Aug 27 - Sun, Sep 20

5:21 pm - 2:40 am

BUF

MAA

23h 49m

2 stops

4:20 am - 10:10 pm

MAA

BUF

27h 20m

2 stops

$1,020Qatar Airways

Wed, Aug 5 - Mon, Sep 28

11:55 am - 10:20 am

JFK

MAA

36h 55m

1 stop

9:05 pm - 8:20 am

MAA

JFK

20h 45m

1 stop

$1,048Air India

Sat, Jul 18 - Mon, Sep 14

10:20 pm - 8:10 pm

JFK

MAA

35h 20m

2 stops

9:50 am - 6:55 pm

MAA

JFK

42h 35m

2 stops

$1,050Emirates

Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Apr 22

10:00 pm - 2:50 am

JFK

MAA

19h 20m

1 stop

4:20 am - 10:30 pm

MAA

JFK

27h 40m

1 stop

$1,053Qatar Airways

Tue, Jul 21 - Thu, Aug 13

10:20 pm - 2:30 am

JFK

MAA

42h 40m

2 stops

9:50 am - 2:25 pm

MAA

JFK

38h 05m

1 stop

$1,056Emirates

Mon, Jul 13 - Thu, Sep 10

11:25 am - 6:20 pm

EWR

MAA

21h 25m

1 stop

4:00 pm - 7:30 am

MAA

EWR

25h 00m

1 stop

$1,167Air India

Mon, Aug 31 - Tue, Sep 29

11:30 am - 9:25 pm

EWR

MAA

24h 25m

2 stops

8:10 pm - 9:00 am

MAA

EWR

22h 20m

1 stop

$1,169Multiple Airlines

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Qatar Airways flights from State of New York to Chennai

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Qatar Airways

Aug 5

BUF5:21 pmBuffalo

23h 49m

2 stops

MAA2:40 amChennai

Sep 28

MAA4:20 amChennai

27h 20m

2 stops

BUF10:10 pmBuffalo

$1,020

Qatar Airways

Jul 21

JFK10:00 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

19h 20m

1 stop

MAA2:50 amChennai

Aug 13

MAA4:20 amChennai

27h 40m

1 stop

JFK10:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,053

Qatar Airways

Sep 8

JFK3:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

25h 50m

2 stops

MAA2:50 amChennai

Oct 13

MAA4:05 amChennai

20h 35m

1 stop

JFK3:10 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,061

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Jul 5

JFK7:50 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

32h 25m

2 stops

MAA1:45 pmChennai

Jul 24

MAA9:50 pmChennai

34h 10m

2 stops

JFK10:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,318

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Jul 5

JFK7:50 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

32h 25m

2 stops

MAA1:45 pmChennai

Jul 26

MAA11:45 pmChennai

32h 15m

2 stops

JFK10:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,354

Turkish Airlines

Jul 6

JFK12:50 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

39h 25m

2 stops

MAA1:45 pmChennai

Jul 20

MAA9:50 pmChennai

34h 10m

2 stops

JFK10:30 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,369

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Buffalo

Thu 8/27

9:15 am-8:10 pm

2 stops25h 25m

Chennai

Sun 9/20

4:05 am-8:24 pm

2 stops25h 49m

$949

BuffaloChennai

BUF - MAA

BUFMAA

Buffalo

Sun 9/20

9:15 am-8:25 am

2 stops37h 40m

Chennai

Thu 9/24

9:55 pm-8:24 pm

2 stops31h 59m

$972

SyracuseChennai

SYR - MAA

SYRMAA

Syracuse Hancock Intl

Thu 8/27

7:00 am-8:25 am

2 stops39h 55m

Chennai

Sun 9/20

3:40 pm-10:51 pm

2 stops40h 41m

$1,009

BuffaloChennai

BUF - MAA

BUFMAA

Buffalo

Wed 8/5

5:21 pm-2:40 am

2 stops23h 49m

Chennai

Mon 9/28

4:20 am-10:10 pm

2 stops27h 20m

$1,020

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 7/18

11:55 am-10:20 am

1 stop36h 55m

Chennai

Mon 9/14

9:05 pm-8:20 am

1 stop20h 45m

$1,048

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 11/5

10:20 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops35h 20m

Chennai

Thu 4/22

9:50 am-6:55 pm

2 stops42h 35m

$1,050

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 7/21

10:00 pm-2:50 am

1 stop19h 20m

Chennai

Thu 8/13

4:20 am-10:30 pm

1 stop27h 40m

$1,053

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 7/13

10:20 pm-2:30 am

2 stops42h 40m

Chennai

Thu 9/10

9:50 am-2:25 pm

1 stop38h 05m

$1,056

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NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Mon 8/31

11:25 am-6:20 pm

1 stop21h 25m

Chennai

Tue 9/29

4:00 pm-7:30 am

1 stop25h 00m

$1,167

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Thu 9/10

11:30 am-9:25 pm

2 stops24h 25m

Chennai

Sun 9/27

8:10 pm-9:00 am

1 stop22h 20m

$1,169

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from State of New York to Chennai. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $844. If you’re not able to fly to Chennai in January, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from State of New York to Chennai during February average around $854.

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 State of 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.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York State to Chennai?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chennai from State of New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around $1,004 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chennai from State of New York for as low as $917 on momondo.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Chennai Airport?
Prices for flights from New York to Chennai Airport are updated daily.
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The number of operators available for flights from New York to Chennai Airport is 11 as of June 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Chennai Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to 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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American Airlines	PriceFrom $652	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,777 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Air India	PriceFrom $661	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,958 reviews	Search Air India flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $740	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,736 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
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