Cheap flights from Newark Airport to Chennai from $556

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12:25 am - 8:25 pm
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MAA
34h 30m
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9:05 pm - 10:30 pm
MAA
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EWR
34h 55m
2 stops
$1,014Multiple Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Thu, Oct 8
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11:55 pm - 2:30 am
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MAA
41h 05m
2 stops
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10:05 pm - 9:20 pm
MAA
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EWR
32h 45m
2 stops
$1,018Emirates
Sun, Sep 13 - Mon, Sep 21
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11:55 pm - 8:15 am
EWR
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MAA
22h 50m
2 stops
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9:50 am - 9:10 pm
MAA
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EWR
45h 50m
2 stops
$1,039Emirates
Fri, Oct 23 - Sat, Nov 21
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11:25 am - 8:25 pm
EWR
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MAA
23h 30m
1 stop
Air India Logo
9:05 pm - 7:25 am
MAA
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EWR
43h 50m
1 stop
$1,042Air India
Tue, Jul 7 - Wed, Jul 22
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11:55 pm - 2:30 am
EWR
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MAA
41h 05m
2 stops
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9:50 am - 9:20 pm
MAA
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EWR
45h 00m
2 stops
$1,043Emirates
Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 8
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11:55 pm - 8:05 am
EWR
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MAA
22h 40m
2 stops
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3:50 am - 9:10 pm
MAA
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EWR
27h 50m
2 stops
$1,044Emirates
Thu, Oct 22 - Sun, Nov 22
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11:30 am - 8:40 am
EWR
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MAA
35h 40m
1 stop
Air India Logo
12:25 pm - 7:30 am
MAA
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EWR
28h 35m
1 stop
$1,050Air India
Sat, Sep 26 - Thu, Oct 8
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11:55 pm - 8:30 pm
EWR
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MAA
35h 05m
2 stops
Emirates Logo
9:50 am - 9:20 pm
MAA
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EWR
45h 00m
2 stops
$1,053Emirates
Sun, Sep 13 - Mon, Sep 21
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11:25 am - 6:20 pm
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MAA
21h 25m
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9:05 pm - 7:25 am
MAA
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EWR
43h 50m
1 stop
$1,057Air India
Thu, Jul 9 - Sun, Aug 2
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11:30 am - 8:55 pm
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MAA
23h 55m
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6:00 pm - 7:30 am
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EWR
23h 00m
1 stop
$1,060Air India
Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Oct 13

Emirates flights from Newark Airport to Chennai

Our best Emirates deals on Newark Airport to Chennai flight tickets
Emirates
Sep 13
EWR11:55 pmNewark
41h 05m
2 stops
MAA2:30 amChennai
Sep 21
MAA10:05 pmChennai
32h 45m
2 stops
EWR9:20 pmNewark
$1,018
Emirates
Oct 23
EWR11:55 pmNewark
22h 50m
2 stops
MAA8:15 amChennai
Nov 21
MAA9:50 amChennai
45h 50m
2 stops
EWR9:10 pmNewark
$1,039
Emirates
Aug 25
EWR11:55 pmNewark
41h 05m
2 stops
MAA2:30 amChennai
Sep 8
MAA9:50 amChennai
45h 00m
2 stops
EWR9:20 pmNewark
$1,043

Air India flights from Newark Airport to Chennai

Our best Air India deals on Newark Airport to Chennai flight tickets
Air India
Jul 7
EWR11:25 amNewark
23h 30m
1 stop
MAA8:25 pmChennai
Jul 22
MAA9:05 pmChennai
43h 50m
1 stop
EWR7:25 amNewark
$1,042
Air India
Sep 26
EWR11:30 amNewark
35h 40m
1 stop
MAA8:40 amChennai
Oct 8
MAA12:25 pmChennai
28h 35m
1 stop
EWR7:30 amNewark
$1,050
Air India
Jul 9
EWR11:25 amNewark
21h 25m
1 stop
MAA6:20 pmChennai
Aug 2
MAA9:05 pmChennai
43h 50m
1 stop
EWR7:25 amNewark
$1,057

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NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Fri 9/25

12:25 am-8:25 pm

2 stops34h 30m

Chennai

Thu 10/8

9:05 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops34h 55m

$1,014

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Sun 9/13

11:55 pm-2:30 am

2 stops41h 05m

Chennai

Mon 9/21

10:05 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops32h 45m

$1,018

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Fri 10/23

11:55 pm-8:15 am

2 stops22h 50m

Chennai

Sat 11/21

9:50 am-9:10 pm

2 stops45h 50m

$1,039

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Tue 7/7

11:25 am-8:25 pm

1 stop23h 30m

Chennai

Wed 7/22

9:05 pm-7:25 am

1 stop43h 50m

$1,042

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Tue 8/25

11:55 pm-2:30 am

2 stops41h 05m

Chennai

Tue 9/8

9:50 am-9:20 pm

2 stops45h 00m

$1,043

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Thu 10/22

11:55 pm-8:05 am

2 stops22h 40m

Chennai

Sun 11/22

3:50 am-9:10 pm

2 stops27h 50m

$1,044

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Sat 9/26

11:30 am-8:40 am

1 stop35h 40m

Chennai

Thu 10/8

12:25 pm-7:30 am

1 stop28h 35m

$1,050

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Sun 9/13

11:55 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops35h 05m

Chennai

Mon 9/21

9:50 am-9:20 pm

2 stops45h 00m

$1,053

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Thu 7/9

11:25 am-6:20 pm

1 stop21h 25m

Chennai

Sun 8/2

9:05 pm-7:25 am

1 stop43h 50m

$1,057
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NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Tue 9/8

11:30 am-8:55 pm

1 stop23h 55m

Chennai

Tue 10/13

6:00 pm-7:30 am

1 stop23h 00m

$1,060

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Newark Airport and Chennai?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from Newark Airport to Chennai. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $812. If you’re not able to fly to Chennai in September, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from Newark Airport to Chennai during February average around $859.

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 Newark Airport 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 Newark to Chennai flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Newark Airport to Chennai?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chennai from Newark Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around $1,051 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chennai from Newark Airport for as low as $805 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Newark Airport to Chennai flights?

You could potentially save up to 25% on your flight if you consider stops on a Newark Airport to Chennai flight.

How have Newark Airport to Chennai flight prices changed over time?

As of May 2026, prices for Newark Airport to Chennai flights are approximately 9% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Newark Airport to Chennai

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Newark Airport to Chennai according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Newark Airport to Chennai (EWR to MAA) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

20h 40m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Newark Airport to Chennai takes 20h 40m
There are no direct flights from Newark Airport to Chennai. There are no popular flight routes from Newark Airport to Chennai.

Frequently asked questions about flying from Newark Airport to Chennai

  • How far is Newark to Chennai by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Newark to Chennai is 8371.0 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 20h 40m.

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

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

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Newark Airport 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 Newark Airport to Chennai?

Best airlines flying from Newark Airport to Chennai

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Air IndiaPriceFrom $655Free CancellationRating
5.5
2,957 reviews
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7.4
3,725 reviews
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7.3
1,439 reviews
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6.7
7,982 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom $836Free CancellationRating
6.8
8,004 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom $885Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,572 reviews
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