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 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chennai. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Chennai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Qatar Airways is the most popular carrier operating from Raleigh-Durham to Chennai

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 6 as of August 2026.

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.

$537 Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Chennai in 2026

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Find the cheapest flights from Raleigh to Chennai

Round-trip

One-way

Last minute

Cheap round-trip flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

6:00 am - 8:25 amRDU Raleigh-Durham-MAA Chennai

40h 55m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:55 pm - 8:22 pmMAA Chennai-RDU Raleigh-Durham

31h 57m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl

$1,022Etihad Airways

Mon, Sep 14 - Fri, Sep 18

1:56 pm - 8:10 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-MAA Chennai

44h 44m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

3:40 pm - 8:22 pmMAA Chennai-RDU Raleigh-Durham

38h 12m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl

$1,022Etihad Airways

Mon, Sep 14 - Fri, Sep 18

7:00 am - 8:25 amRDU Raleigh-Durham-MAA Chennai

39h 55m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

4:05 am - 11:59 pmMAA Chennai-RDU Raleigh-Durham

29h 24m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,022Multiple Airlines

Fri, Sep 25 - Sat, Oct 10

6:55 am - 8:25 amRDU Raleigh-Durham-MAA Chennai

40h 00m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:55 pm - 2:03 pmMAA Chennai-RDU Raleigh-Durham

25h 38m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,022Multiple Airlines

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 15

4:29 pm - 2:40 amRDU Raleigh-Durham-MAA Chennai

24h 41m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

4:20 am - 7:41 pmMAA Chennai-RDU Raleigh-Durham

24h 51m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,031Qatar Airways

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13

1:53 pm - 2:50 amRDU Raleigh-Durham-MAA Chennai

27h 27m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

3:15 am - 10:44 pmMAA Chennai-RDU Raleigh-Durham

29h 59m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,039Qatar Airways

Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Nov 9

5:04 pm - 8:55 amRDU Raleigh-Durham-MAA Chennai

30h 21m3 stops Newark Munich Franz Josef Strauss Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

9:05 pm - 6:40 pmMAA Chennai-RDU Raleigh-Durham

31h 05m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Frankfurt am Main Newark

$1,402Lufthansa

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22

10:40 am - 8:55 amRDU Raleigh-Durham-MAA Chennai

36h 45m3 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

6:00 pm - 7:58 pmMAA Chennai-RDU Raleigh-Durham

35h 28m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,439Lufthansa

Sun, Oct 4 - Sun, Oct 11

7:00 pm - 3:30 amRDU Raleigh-Durham-MAA Chennai

23h 00m1 stop London Heathrow

5:35 am - 11:37 pmMAA Chennai-RDU Raleigh-Durham

27h 32m2 stops London Heathrow New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,460British Airways

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13

7:25 pm - 3:30 amRDU Raleigh-Durham-MAA Chennai

22h 35m1 stop London Heathrow

5:35 am - 6:55 pmMAA Chennai-RDU Raleigh-Durham

46h 50m2 stops London Heathrow Dublin

$1,512British Airways

Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 14

Cheap last minute flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

12:09 pm - 8:50 pmRDU Raleigh-Durham-MAA Chennai

23h 11m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:55 pm - 11:41 pmMAA Chennai-RDU Raleigh-Durham

35h 16m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,022Multiple Airlines

Thu, Aug 27 - Wed, Oct 7

5:40 pm - 2:35 amRDU Raleigh-Durham-MAA Chennai

23h 25m2 stops Philadelphia Doha Hamad Intl

1:55 am - 1:45 pmMAA Chennai-RDU Raleigh-Durham

21h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$1,632Multiple Airlines

Thu, Aug 27 - Tue, Oct 6

1:15 pm - 8:00 amRDU Raleigh-Durham-MAA Chennai

33h 15m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

5:00 pm - 6:48 pmMAA Chennai-RDU Raleigh-Durham

35h 18m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,698Lufthansa

Mon, Aug 24 - Sun, Oct 4

1:15 pm - 8:00 amRDU Raleigh-Durham-MAA Chennai

33h 15m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

9:05 pm - 1:45 pmMAA Chennai-RDU Raleigh-Durham

26h 10m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Frankfurt am Main

$1,711Lufthansa

Mon, Aug 24 - Sun, Oct 4

11:53 am - 8:00 amRDU Raleigh-Durham-MAA Chennai

34h 37m3 stops Newark Munich Franz Josef Strauss Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

5:00 pm - 1:45 pmMAA Chennai-RDU Raleigh-Durham

30h 15m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Frankfurt am Main

$1,711Lufthansa

Thu, Aug 27 - Wed, Oct 7

3:40 pm - 12:10 amRDU Raleigh-Durham-MAA Chennai

23h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

9:05 pm - 1:45 pmMAA Chennai-RDU Raleigh-Durham

26h 10m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Frankfurt am Main

$1,753Lufthansa

Mon, Aug 24 - Sun, Oct 4

3:40 pm - 12:10 amRDU Raleigh-Durham-MAA Chennai

23h 00m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

1:55 am - 1:45 pmMAA Chennai-RDU Raleigh-Durham

21h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

$1,766Lufthansa

Mon, Aug 24 - Sat, Oct 3

10:05 am - 8:00 amRDU Raleigh-Durham-MAA Chennai

36h 25m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Zurich Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

5:00 pm - 6:48 pmMAA Chennai-RDU Raleigh-Durham

35h 18m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Zurich Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,862SWISS

Thu, Aug 27 - Wed, Oct 7

7:05 pm - 3:30 amRDU Raleigh-Durham-MAA Chennai

22h 55m1 stop London Heathrow

5:35 am - 3:40 pmMAA Chennai-RDU Raleigh-Durham

43h 35m1 stop London Heathrow

$2,429British Airways

Thu, Aug 27 - Wed, Oct 7

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names and deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customize your results.

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.

Search flight deals

Qatar Airways flights from Raleigh to Chennai

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Raleigh to Chennai flight tickets

Qatar Airways

Oct 6

RDU4:29 pmRaleigh-Durham

24h 41m

2 stops

MAA2:40 amChennai

Oct 13

MAA4:20 amChennai

24h 51m

2 stops

RDU7:41 pmRaleigh-Durham

$1,031

Qatar Airways

Oct 6

RDU3:39 pmRaleigh-Durham

25h 31m

2 stops

MAA2:40 amChennai

Oct 13

MAA4:05 amChennai

25h 06m

2 stops

RDU7:41 pmRaleigh-Durham

$1,039

Qatar Airways

Oct 6

RDU4:29 pmRaleigh-Durham

24h 51m

2 stops

MAA2:50 amChennai

Oct 13

MAA4:05 amChennai

49h 06m

2 stops

RDU7:41 pmRaleigh-Durham

$1,046

Etihad Airways flights from Raleigh to Chennai

Our best Etihad Airways deals on Raleigh to Chennai flight tickets

Etihad Airways

Sep 3

RDU6:41 pmRaleigh-Durham

58h 29m

2 stops

MAA2:40 pmChennai

Sep 13

MAA3:40 pmChennai

32h 36m

2 stops

RDU2:46 pmRaleigh-Durham

$1,038

Etihad Airways

Sep 2

RDU5:42 pmRaleigh-Durham

23h 38m

2 stops

MAA2:50 amChennai

Sep 13

MAA9:55 pmChennai

35h 16m

2 stops

RDU11:41 pmRaleigh-Durham

$1,059

Etihad Airways

Sep 1

RDU10:53 amRaleigh-Durham

30h 27m

2 stops

MAA2:50 amChennai

Sep 14

MAA10:15 amChennai

41h 04m

2 stops

RDU5:49 pmRaleigh-Durham

$1,078

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

RaleighChennai

RDU Raleigh-Durham - MAA Chennai

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 9/14

6:00 am-8:25 am

2 stops40h 55m

Chennai

Fri 9/18

9:55 pm-8:22 pm

2 stops31h 57m

$1,022

RaleighChennai

RDU Raleigh-Durham - MAA Chennai

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 9/14

1:56 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops44h 44m

Chennai

Fri 9/18

3:40 pm-8:22 pm

2 stops38h 12m

$1,022

RaleighChennai

RDU Raleigh-Durham - MAA Chennai

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 9/25

7:00 am-8:25 am

2 stops39h 55m

Chennai

Sat 10/10

4:05 am-11:59 pm

2 stops29h 24m

$1,022

RaleighChennai

RDU Raleigh-Durham - MAA Chennai

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 9/1

6:55 am-8:25 am

2 stops40h 00m

Chennai

Tue 9/15

9:55 pm-2:03 pm

2 stops25h 38m

$1,022

Quickest round-trip

RaleighChennai

RDU Raleigh-Durham - MAA Chennai

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 10/6

4:29 pm-2:40 am

2 stops24h 41m

Chennai

Tue 10/13

4:20 am-7:41 pm

2 stops24h 51m

$1,031

RaleighChennai

RDU Raleigh-Durham - MAA Chennai

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 10/22

1:53 pm-2:50 am

2 stops27h 27m

Chennai

Mon 11/9

3:15 am-10:44 pm

2 stops29h 59m

$1,039

RaleighChennai

RDU Raleigh-Durham - MAA Chennai

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 9/15

5:04 pm-8:55 am

3 stops30h 21m

Chennai

Tue 9/22

9:05 pm-6:40 pm

3 stops31h 05m

$1,402

RaleighChennai

RDU Raleigh-Durham - MAA Chennai

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 10/4

10:40 am-8:55 am

3 stops36h 45m

Chennai

Sun 10/11

6:00 pm-7:58 pm

3 stops35h 28m

$1,439

RaleighChennai

RDU Raleigh-Durham - MAA Chennai

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 10/6

7:00 pm-3:30 am

1 stop23h 00m

Chennai

Tue 10/13

5:35 am-11:37 pm

2 stops27h 32m

$1,460

RaleighChennai

RDU Raleigh-Durham - MAA Chennai

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 10/1

7:25 pm-3:30 am

1 stop22h 35m

Chennai

Wed 10/14

5:35 am-6:55 pm

2 stops46h 50m

$1,512

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 20 resultsSorted by cheapest first

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Raleigh to Chennai

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

Prices

Airlines

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $1,057 to $1,317.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,022.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

In general, February 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 $1,041. If you’re not able to fly to Chennai in February, then April is your next best option. Flight prices from Raleigh to Chennai during April average around $1,140.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Raleigh 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 $1,286 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 $1,109 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Raleigh to Chennai flights?

You could potentially save up to 34% on your flight if you consider stops on a Raleigh to Chennai flight.

How have Raleigh to Chennai flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2026, prices for Raleigh to Chennai flights are approximately 16% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Raleigh to Chennai

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Raleigh to Chennai according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

Estimated round-trip price

Cheap Raleigh to Chennai (RDU to MAA) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Raleigh to Chennai

Best Price Found	$537
Fastest flight time	23h 11m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Chennai from Raleigh in the past 72 hours is $537. The best round-trip flight deal from Raleigh to Chennai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,022.

The fastest flight from Raleigh to Chennai takes 23h 11m

There are no direct flights from Raleigh to Chennai. There are no popular flight routes from Raleigh to Chennai.

Search flight deals

Frequently asked questions about flying from Raleigh to Chennai

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 23h 11m 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 6 as of August 2026.
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 34% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Qatar Airways with 33%, Etihad Airways with 24%, and Air France with 4%.

Best airlines flying from Raleigh to Chennai

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Raleigh to Chennai with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Air India	PriceFrom $825	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,941 reviews	Search Air India flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $935	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,509 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,018	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,735 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $1,028	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,209 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Air France	PriceFrom $1,092	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,648 reviews	Search Air France flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,351	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,185 reviews	Search British Airways flights

Mahabalipuram

Vellore

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Raleigh to Chennai?

momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and agents so you can find and book the best deal on flights from Raleigh to Chennai. Millions of users trust and use momondo every year so you are in good hands.

Can I find flights from Raleigh to Chennai with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Chennai from Raleigh with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights from Raleigh to Chennai?

Once you have performed a search in the form on the page, momondo provides useful filters and insights. We can show you the cheapest days and times to fly as well as help filter your options to help you make an informed choice when booking flights to Chennai from Raleigh.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Raleigh to Chennai right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

If you are simply researching potential flights to Chennai, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Chennai from Raleigh and alert you when they change.

An easier way to manage your Chennai trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organize and travel with friends or family. Trips is free — and available to use no matter where you book.

Start using Trips

Find my bookings

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.

1 adult

Mon 9/21

Mon 9/28

Email me momondo's favorite deals

By creating a price alert you accept our terms of use and privacy policy.

Find better results for your trip to India

Nearby airports

Airlines

Cabin classes

Other India destinations

Other flights from Raleigh

Complete your trip

Feeling lucky

Airports servicing Tamil Nadu

Coimbatore Peelamedu Airport

Madurai Airport

Tiruchirappalli Civil Airport

Cheap flights from Raleigh to Chennai from $537

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Raleigh to Chennai departing on 9/21. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.

Find the cheapest flights from Raleigh to Chennai

Cheap round-trip flights

Cheap one-way flights

Cheap last minute flights

Big names and deals

Big names and deals

Filter for what you want

Filter for what you want

Trusted and free

Trusted and free

Price Alerts

Price Alerts

Qatar Airways flights from Raleigh to Chennai

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Raleigh to Chennai flight tickets

Etihad Airways flights from Raleigh to Chennai

Our best Etihad Airways deals on Raleigh to Chennai flight tickets

momondo Fare Finder

Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Chennai that are best for you.

See travel insights to Chennai from

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Raleigh to Chennai

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 from Raleigh to Chennai?

Can stopping save me money on Raleigh to Chennai flights?

How have Raleigh to Chennai flight prices changed over time?

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

What airlines fly to Chennai?

When to book flights from Raleigh to Chennai

Cheap Raleigh to Chennai (RDU to MAA) flight deals and tips

Best Price Found

Fastest flight time

Direct flights

Frequently asked questions about flying from Raleigh to Chennai

Best airlines flying from Raleigh to Chennai

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Raleigh to Chennai with momondo

Traveling to a place near Chennai?

Why use momondo?

An easier way to manage your Chennai trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organize and travel with friends or family. Trips is free — and available to use no matter where you book.

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.

Find better results for your trip to India

Airports servicing Tamil Nadu

Fly your favorite airline to Chennai

Airlines are sorted and displayed according to clicks in the past 7 days on momondo

Cabin classes currently available on flights to Chennai

List of cabin classes available on flights landing in Chennai. Availability may vary depending on flight origin and airline.

Popular cities in India

Popular flights according to clicks in the last 7 days on momondo

Fly to other destinations from Raleigh

According to popular flight searches on momondo this year

Complete your trip to Chennai

Explore popular destinations other users love

According to popular flight searches on momondo this year