What is the cheapest airline that flies from Raleigh-Durham to Chennai?

Air India and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from Raleigh-Durham to Chennai

What airlines fly to Chennai?

Lufthansa, Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chennai from Raleigh according to our data. Lufthansa is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chennai. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to Chennai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Raleigh and Chennai?

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) was the most common stop: 96% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Raleigh to Chennai?

Flights connecting via New Delhi (DEL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 21h 40m.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Raleigh to Chennai?

Flights via New Delhi (DEL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $789.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Raleigh to Chennai?

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 3h 21m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Chennai Airport?

Prices for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Chennai Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Chennai Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Chennai Airport is 7 as of November 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Raleigh-Durham 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 Raleigh-Durham 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.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,362 to $1,833. The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,092.

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10:56 am - 7:55 pmRDU-MAA

22h 29m2 stops

3:55 am - 11:25 pmMAA-RDU

29h 00m2 stops

$1,092Etihad Airways

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Thu, Feb 19 - Wed, Mar 18

3:45 pm - 2:20 amRDU-MAA

24h 05m2 stops

4:05 am - 9:33 pmMAA-RDU

26h 58m2 stops

$1,100Qatar Airways

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Tue, Feb 17 - Sat, Mar 14

6:00 am - 7:55 pmRDU-MAA

27h 25m2 stops

3:55 am - 11:00 pmMAA-RDU

28h 35m2 stops

$1,112Etihad Airways

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Sat, Feb 28 - Fri, Mar 13

5:53 am - 2:30 amRDU-MAA

34h 07m2 stops

3:55 am - 9:00 pmMAA-RDU

26h 35m2 stops

$1,116Qatar Airways

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Mon, Feb 9 - Fri, Apr 3

4:18 pm - 2:30 amRDU-MAA

23h 42m2 stops

4:05 am - 9:33 pmMAA-RDU

26h 58m2 stops

$1,140Qatar Airways

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Fri, Feb 20 - Sat, Mar 14

12:15 pm - 2:20 amRDU-MAA

27h 35m2 stops

3:25 am - 2:43 pmMAA-RDU

45h 48m2 stops

$1,155Qatar Airways

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Sun, Nov 30 - Sat, Dec 13

7:35 pm - 8:10 amRDU-MAA

26h 05m3 stops

9:25 pm - 6:35 pmMAA-RDU

31h 40m3 stops

$1,179Multiple Airlines

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Sat, Jan 17 - Fri, Jan 23

6:00 am - 2:30 amRDU-MAA

34h 00m2 stops

3:55 am - 9:51 pmMAA-RDU

28h 26m2 stops

$1,182Etihad Airways

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Fri, Dec 5 - Thu, Dec 11

4:15 pm - 12:05 amRDU-MAA

21h 20m1 stop

6:55 am - 2:03 pmMAA-RDU

40h 38m2 stops

$1,184Multiple Airlines

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Mon, Feb 9 - Sat, Apr 4

4:15 pm - 12:05 amRDU-MAA

21h 20m1 stop

9:10 pm - 2:45 pmMAA-RDU

27h 05m2 stops

$1,186Lufthansa

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Etihad Airways flights from Raleigh to Chennai

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Etihad Airways

Feb 19

RDU10:56 amRaleigh-Durham

22h 29m

2 stops

MAA7:55 pmChennai

Mar 18

MAA3:55 amChennai

29h 00m

2 stops

RDU11:25 pmRaleigh-Durham

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Etihad Airways

Feb 28

RDU6:00 amRaleigh-Durham

27h 25m

2 stops

MAA7:55 pmChennai

Mar 13

MAA3:55 amChennai

28h 35m

2 stops

RDU11:00 pmRaleigh-Durham

$1,112

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Etihad Airways

Dec 5

RDU6:00 amRaleigh-Durham

34h 00m

2 stops

MAA2:30 amChennai

Dec 11

MAA3:55 amChennai

28h 26m

2 stops

RDU9:51 pmRaleigh-Durham

$1,182

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Lufthansa flights from Raleigh to Chennai

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Lufthansa

Feb 21

RDU4:15 pmRaleigh-Durham

21h 20m

1 stop

MAA12:05 amChennai

Mar 18

MAA9:10 pmChennai

27h 05m

2 stops

RDU2:45 pmRaleigh-Durham

$1,186

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Lufthansa

Feb 28

RDU4:15 pmRaleigh-Durham

21h 20m

1 stop

MAA12:05 amChennai

Mar 31

MAA1:55 amChennai

21h 20m

1 stop

RDU1:45 pmRaleigh-Durham

$1,188

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Lufthansa

May 4

RDU3:40 pmRaleigh-Durham

23h 00m

1 stop

MAA12:10 amChennai

May 27

MAA1:55 amChennai

21h 20m

1 stop

RDU1:45 pmRaleigh-Durham

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Thu 2/19

10:56 am-7:55 pm

2 stops22h 29m

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Wed 3/18

3:55 am-11:25 pm

2 stops29h 00m

$1,092

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RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 2/17

3:45 pm-2:20 am

2 stops24h 05m

Chennai

Sat 3/14

4:05 am-9:33 pm

2 stops26h 58m

$1,100

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 2/28

6:00 am-7:55 pm

2 stops27h 25m

Chennai

Fri 3/13

3:55 am-11:00 pm

2 stops28h 35m

$1,112

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

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Mon 2/9

5:53 am-2:30 am

2 stops34h 07m

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3:55 am-9:00 pm

2 stops26h 35m

$1,116

RaleighChennai

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RDUMAA

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Fri 2/20

4:18 pm-2:30 am

2 stops23h 42m

Chennai

Sat 3/14

4:05 am-9:33 pm

2 stops26h 58m

$1,140

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 11/30

12:15 pm-2:20 am

2 stops27h 35m

Chennai

Sat 12/13

3:25 am-2:43 pm

2 stops45h 48m

$1,155

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

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Sat 1/17

7:35 pm-8:10 am

3 stops26h 05m

Chennai

Fri 1/23

9:25 pm-6:35 pm

3 stops31h 40m

$1,179

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 12/5

6:00 am-2:30 am

2 stops34h 00m

Chennai

Thu 12/11

3:55 am-9:51 pm

2 stops28h 26m

$1,182

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 2/9

4:15 pm-12:05 am

1 stop21h 20m

Chennai

Sat 4/4

6:55 am-2:03 pm

2 stops40h 38m

$1,184

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 2/21

4:15 pm-12:05 am

1 stop21h 20m

Chennai

Wed 3/18

9:10 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops27h 05m

$1,186

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

In general, October is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Chennai. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,118. If you’re not able to fly to Chennai in October, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from Raleigh to Chennai during September average around $1,174.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chennai from Raleigh when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around $1,311 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chennai from Raleigh for as low as $1,263 on momondo.

How have Raleigh to Chennai flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Raleigh to Chennai flights are approximately 14% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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How far is Raleigh-Durham to Chennai by plane?
Raleigh-Durham and Chennai are 8784.4 mi apart from one another. Typically, this will take 21h 20m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Chennai Airport?
Prices for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Chennai Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Chennai Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from Raleigh-Durham Airport to Chennai Airport is 7 as of November 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Raleigh-Durham 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 Raleigh-Durham 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 Raleigh to Chennai?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Raleigh and Chennai, the leading airline is Lufthansa, making up 40% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Qatar Airways with 36%, Etihad Airways with 17%, and American Airlines with 2%.

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JetBlue	PriceFrom $117	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,902 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Air India	PriceFrom $657	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,943 reviews	Search Air India flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $816	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,047 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $1,064	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,309 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,097	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,664 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $1,177	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,579 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,442	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,533 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

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

How have Raleigh to Chennai flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Raleigh to Chennai flights are approximately 14% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Raleigh-Durham to Chennai?

Air India and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from Raleigh-Durham to Chennai

What airlines fly to Chennai?

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Raleigh and Chennai?

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) was the most common stop: 96% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Raleigh to Chennai?

Flights via New Delhi (DEL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $789.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Raleigh to Chennai?

Flights connecting via New Delhi (DEL) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 21h 40m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Raleigh to Chennai?

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 3h 21m.

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