How long does it take to fly to Chennai?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Washington, D.C. you fly out of and what airport in Chennai you fly into. For example, flying from Washington, D.C. to Chennai takes 20h 22m on average. On the other hand, flying from Baltimore to Chennai takes 20h 25m 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.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Washington, D.C. to Chennai?

Flights connecting via Abu Dhabi (AUH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 19h 14m.

What airlines fly to Chennai?

Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chennai from Washington, D.C. according to our data. Etihad Airways 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 10 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 Washington, D.C. and Chennai?

Abu Dhabi (AUH) was the most common stop: 41% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Washington, D.C. to Chennai?

Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, and British Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to Chennai

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Washington, D.C. to Chennai?

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $988.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Washington, D.C. to Chennai?

New Delhi (DEL) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 2h 11m.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai Airport?

Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai Airport?

As of June 2026, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Chennai Airport.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chennai Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chennai Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Washington, D.C. and Chennai?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,431 to $1,131. The lowest price recently found on this route was $920.

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3:10 pm - 2:50 am

IAD

MAA

26h 10m

1 stop

4:05 pm - 9:45 am

MAA

IAD

27h 10m

1 stop

$920Etihad Airways

Mon, Aug 3 - Wed, Sep 2

10:55 am - 8:05 am

IAD

MAA

35h 40m

1 stop

9:50 am - 8:40 am

MAA

IAD

32h 20m

1 stop

$932Emirates

Wed, Jul 29 - Mon, Sep 7

3:10 pm - 3:05 pm

IAD

MAA

38h 25m

1 stop

10:15 am - 9:45 am

MAA

IAD

33h 00m

1 stop

$933Etihad Airways

Wed, Jul 29 - Sun, Aug 30

6:20 am - 7:10 pm

DCA

MAA

27h 20m

2 stops

9:05 pm - 10:59 pm

MAA

DCA

35h 24m

2 stops

$1,046Multiple Airlines

Thu, Aug 27 - Sun, Sep 20

7:35 pm - 5:20 am

DCA

MAA

48h 15m

2 stops

6:10 am - 11:02 pm

MAA

DCA

50h 22m

2 stops

$1,048Gulf Air

Tue, Sep 1 - Tue, Sep 8

7:35 pm - 5:20 am

DCA

MAA

48h 15m

2 stops

6:10 am - 11:02 pm

MAA

DCA

50h 22m

2 stops

$1,053Gulf Air

Tue, Sep 1 - Thu, Oct 1

9:00 am - 2:40 am

DCA

MAA

32h 10m

2 stops

4:20 am - 9:00 pm

MAA

DCA

26h 10m

2 stops

$1,088Qatar Airways

Sun, Aug 16 - Fri, Sep 11

9:00 am - 2:30 am

DCA

MAA

31h 00m

2 stops

3:25 am - 5:56 pm

MAA

DCA

25h 01m

2 stops

$1,089Qatar Airways

Wed, Nov 4 - Sun, Nov 22

9:30 pm - 3:30 am

BWI

MAA

20h 30m

1 stop

5:35 am - 7:40 pm

MAA

BWI

23h 35m

1 stop

$1,141British Airways

Mon, Oct 5 - Thu, Oct 15

9:30 pm - 3:30 am

BWI

MAA

20h 30m

1 stop

7:35 am - 6:45 pm

MAA

BWI

21h 40m

1 stop

$1,171British Airways

Thu, Sep 3 - Tue, Feb 9

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Etihad Airways

Aug 3

IAD3:10 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

26h 10m

1 stop

MAA2:50 amChennai

Sep 2

MAA4:05 pmChennai

27h 10m

1 stop

IAD9:45 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$920

Etihad Airways

Jul 29

IAD3:10 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

38h 25m

1 stop

MAA3:05 pmChennai

Aug 30

MAA10:15 amChennai

33h 00m

1 stop

IAD9:45 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$933

Etihad Airways

Nov 20

IAD2:35 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

37h 35m

1 stop

MAA2:40 pmChennai

Nov 29

MAA3:45 pmChennai

27h 50m

1 stop

IAD9:05 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$934

British Airways flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai

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British Airways

Oct 5

BWI9:30 pmBaltimore/Washington

20h 30m

1 stop

MAA3:30 amChennai

Oct 15

MAA5:35 amChennai

23h 35m

1 stop

BWI7:40 pmBaltimore/Washington

$1,141

British Airways

Sep 3

BWI9:30 pmBaltimore/Washington

20h 30m

1 stop

MAA3:30 amChennai

Feb 9

MAA7:35 amChennai

21h 40m

1 stop

BWI6:45 pmBaltimore/Washington

$1,171

British Airways

Sep 4

BWI9:30 pmBaltimore/Washington

20h 30m

1 stop

MAA3:30 amChennai

Feb 8

MAA7:35 amChennai

21h 40m

1 stop

BWI6:45 pmBaltimore/Washington

$1,178

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IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/3

3:10 pm-2:50 am

1 stop26h 10m

Chennai

Wed 9/2

4:05 pm-9:45 am

1 stop27h 10m

$920

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 7/29

10:55 am-8:05 am

1 stop35h 40m

Chennai

Mon 9/7

9:50 am-8:40 am

1 stop32h 20m

$932

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 7/29

3:10 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop38h 25m

Chennai

Sun 8/30

10:15 am-9:45 am

1 stop33h 00m

$933

Washington, D.C.Chennai

DCA - MAA

DCAMAA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 8/27

6:20 am-7:10 pm

2 stops27h 20m

Chennai

Sun 9/20

9:05 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops35h 24m

$1,046

Washington, D.C.Chennai

DCA - MAA

DCAMAA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/1

7:35 pm-5:20 am

2 stops48h 15m

Chennai

Tue 9/8

6:10 am-11:02 pm

2 stops50h 22m

$1,048

Washington, D.C.Chennai

DCA - MAA

DCAMAA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/1

7:35 pm-5:20 am

2 stops48h 15m

Chennai

Thu 10/1

6:10 am-11:02 pm

2 stops50h 22m

$1,053

Washington, D.C.Chennai

DCA - MAA

DCAMAA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 8/16

9:00 am-2:40 am

2 stops32h 10m

Chennai

Fri 9/11

4:20 am-9:00 pm

2 stops26h 10m

$1,088

Washington, D.C.Chennai

DCA - MAA

DCAMAA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 11/4

9:00 am-2:30 am

2 stops31h 00m

Chennai

Sun 11/22

3:25 am-5:56 pm

2 stops25h 01m

$1,089

BaltimoreChennai

BWI - MAA

BWIMAA

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 10/5

9:30 pm-3:30 am

1 stop20h 30m

Chennai

Thu 10/15

5:35 am-7:40 pm

1 stop23h 35m

$1,141

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BaltimoreChennai

BWI - MAA

BWIMAA

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 9/3

9:30 pm-3:30 am

1 stop20h 30m

Chennai

Tue 2/9

7:35 am-6:45 pm

1 stop21h 40m

$1,171

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Washington, D.C. and Chennai?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

In general, October is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chennai. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $399. If you’re not able to fly to Chennai in October, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from Washington, D.C. to Chennai during September average around $523.

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chennai?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chennai from Washington, D.C. when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around $1,021 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chennai from Washington, D.C. for as low as $919 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Washington, D.C. to Chennai flights?

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You could potentially save up to 13% on your flight if you consider stops on a Washington, D.C. to Chennai flight.

How have Washington, D.C. to Chennai flight prices changed over time?

As of June 2026, prices for Washington, D.C. to Chennai flights are approximately 17% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Chennai takes 18h 50m

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How far is Washington, D.C. to Chennai by plane?
The distance between Washington, D.C. and Chennai is about 8551.6 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 18h 50m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai Airport?
Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai Airport?
As of June 2026, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Chennai Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chennai Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chennai Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from Washington, D.C. to Chennai?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Washington, D.C. to Chennai is Etihad Airways, representing 30% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Qatar Airways at 26%, Emirates at 14%, and Lufthansa at 14%.

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Air India	PriceFrom $618	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,960 reviews	Search Air India flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $654	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,964 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom $737	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,445 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $771	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,730 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $810	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,026 reviews	Search British Airways flights
IndiGo	PriceFrom $841	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 564 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $857	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,036 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $884	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,581 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom $915	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 1,006 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $1,168	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 689 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights

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