Cheap flights from the United States to Chennai from $307

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11:10 am - 3:30 pmJFK-MAA
18h 50m1 stop
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3:25 pm - 6:55 amMAA-JFK
26h 00m1 stop
$593Air India
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Wed, Oct 22 - Mon, Nov 24
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11:10 am - 3:30 pmJFK-MAA
18h 50m1 stop
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7:50 pm - 6:55 amMAA-JFK
21h 35m1 stop
$595Air India
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Wed, Oct 22 - Wed, Nov 5
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12:00 pm - 9:20 amSFO-MAA
32h 50m1 stop
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11:15 pm - 9:40 amMAA-SFO
22h 55m1 stop
$633Singapore Airlines
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Mon, Aug 25 - Thu, Oct 16
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12:00 pm - 9:20 amSFO-MAA
32h 50m1 stop
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11:25 pm - 7:50 amMAA-SFO
21h 55m1 stop
$678Singapore Airlines
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Mon, Aug 11 - Fri, Nov 21
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3:45 pm - 8:30 amJFK-MAA
31h 15m1 stop
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3:55 am - 8:40 amMAA-JFK
39h 15m1 stop
$685Etihad Airways
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Thu, Oct 23 - Sat, Nov 8
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2:55 pm - 8:30 amJFK-MAA
32h 05m1 stop
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3:55 am - 9:40 amMAA-JFK
39h 15m1 stop
$697Etihad Airways
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Sun, Sep 28 - Sun, Oct 26
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4:00 pm - 12:10 amORD-MAA
21h 40m1 stop
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1:55 am - 12:55 pmMAA-ORD
21h 30m1 stop
$824Lufthansa
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Tue, Sep 9 - Mon, Oct 13
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10:55 pm - 12:10 amIAD-MAA
39h 45m2 stops
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1:55 am - 3:15 pmMAA-IAD
22h 50m1 stop
$831Lufthansa
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Tue, Sep 2 - Mon, Sep 29
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5:45 pm - 2:50 amLGA-MAA
23h 35m2 stops
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4:20 am - 8:50 pmMAA-LGA
26h 00m2 stops
$976Qatar Airways
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Mon, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 29
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5:45 pm - 2:50 amLGA-MAA
23h 35m2 stops
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4:05 am - 5:58 pmMAA-LGA
23h 23m2 stops
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Air India flights from United States to Chennai

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Air India
Oct 22
JFK11:10 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
18h 50m
1 stop
MAA3:30 pmChennai
Nov 24
MAA3:25 pmChennai
26h 00m
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JFK6:55 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Air India
Oct 22
JFK11:10 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
18h 50m
1 stop
MAA3:30 pmChennai
Nov 5
MAA7:50 pmChennai
21h 35m
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JFK6:55 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Air India
Sep 17
JFK11:10 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
18h 50m
1 stop
MAA3:30 pmChennai
Oct 6
MAA7:50 pmChennai
21h 35m
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JFK7:55 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl

Qatar Airways flights from United States to Chennai

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Qatar Airways
Aug 10
JFK1:20 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
40h 00m
1 stop
MAA2:50 amChennai
Sep 29
MAA4:20 amChennai
20h 20m
1 stop
JFK3:10 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Qatar Airways
Aug 10
JFK1:20 amNew York John F Kennedy Intl
40h 00m
1 stop
MAA2:50 amChennai
Sep 29
MAA9:50 pmChennai
26h 50m
1 stop
JFK3:10 pmNew York John F Kennedy Intl
Qatar Airways
Aug 7
IAD11:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
30h 20m
1 stop
MAA2:50 amChennai
Oct 7
MAA4:20 amChennai
20h 50m
1 stop
IAD3:40 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/22

11:10 am-3:30 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Chennai

Mon 11/24

3:25 pm-6:55 am

1 stop26h 00m

$593

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/22

11:10 am-3:30 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Chennai

Wed 11/5

7:50 pm-6:55 am

1 stop21h 35m

$595

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Mon 8/25

12:00 pm-9:20 am

1 stop32h 50m

Chennai

Thu 10/16

11:15 pm-9:40 am

1 stop22h 55m

$633

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Mon 8/11

12:00 pm-9:20 am

1 stop32h 50m

Chennai

Fri 11/21

11:25 pm-7:50 am

1 stop21h 55m

$678

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 10/23

3:45 pm-8:30 am

1 stop31h 15m

Chennai

Sat 11/8

3:55 am-8:40 am

1 stop39h 15m

$685

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/28

2:55 pm-8:30 am

1 stop32h 05m

Chennai

Sun 10/26

3:55 am-9:40 am

1 stop39h 15m

$697

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/9

4:00 pm-12:10 am

1 stop21h 40m

Chennai

Mon 10/13

1:55 am-12:55 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$824

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/2

10:55 pm-12:10 am

2 stops39h 45m

Chennai

Mon 9/29

1:55 am-3:15 pm

1 stop22h 50m

$831

New YorkChennai

LGA - MAA

LGAMAA

New York LaGuardia

Mon 9/15

5:45 pm-2:50 am

2 stops23h 35m

Chennai

Mon 9/29

4:20 am-8:50 pm

2 stops26h 00m

$976

New YorkChennai

LGA - MAA

LGAMAA

New York LaGuardia

Tue 9/30

5:45 pm-2:50 am

2 stops23h 35m

Chennai

Tue 10/28

4:05 am-5:58 pm

2 stops23h 23m

$983

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from United States to Chennai. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $772. If you’re not able to fly to Chennai in September, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from United States to Chennai during October average around $814.

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 Saturday when prices can be found for as low as $778. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from United States to Chennai on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around $963. 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 morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from United States to Chennai when you can find flight prices for as low as $823. Flying to Chennai in the morning 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 $1,250.

What is the cheapest United States 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 United States when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around $1,022 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chennai from United States for as low as $941 on momondo.

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There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on United States to Chennai flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best Price Found

$307

Fastest flight time

18h 40m

Direct flights

None

Airports in Chennai

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Chennai from United States in the past 72 hours is $307. The best round-trip flight deal from United States to Chennai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $593.
The fastest flight from United States to Chennai takes 18h 40m
There are no direct flights from United States to Chennai. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport - Chennai Airport, Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport - Chennai Airport and San Francisco Airport - Chennai Airport.
There is 1 airport near Chennai: Chennai (MAA)

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    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 United States to Chennai Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Chennai Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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