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$768+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Chennai (MAA)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MAA
Nov 5 — Nov 121
1 adult
Tue 11/5
Tue 11/12
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) to Chennai (MAA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Round-trip from

$1,160
(oojo)

One-way from

$768
(Indian Eagle)
Provider with most accurate pricing for Des Moines-Chennai flight deals.
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 31, 2024.

This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/811:29 amDSM - MAA
2 stops24h 56mLufthansa
Wed 1/151:45 amMAA - DSM
2 stops27h 39mLufthansa
Deal found 10/31$1,714
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/811:29 amDSM - MAA
2 stops24h 56mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/141:45 amMAA - DSM
2 stops27h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/31$1,741
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/96:54 pmDSM - MAA
Nonstop41h 31mUndisclosed Carrier
Fri 11/151:45 amMAA - DSM
Nonstop31h 31mUndisclosed Carrier
Deal found 10/30$1,779
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/96:54 pmDSM - MAA
3 stops41h 31mAir Canada
Fri 11/151:45 amMAA - DSM
3 stops31h 31mAir Canada
Deal found 10/30$2,176
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/83:15 pmDSM - MAA
2 stops23h 10mQatar Airways
Fri 1/173:45 amMAA - DSM
2 stops48h 44mQatar Airways
Deal found 10/31$2,430
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/93:23 pmDSM - MAA
2 stops29h 22mEmirates
Thu 1/163:45 amMAA - DSM
2 stops29h 37mEmirates
Deal found 10/31$2,748
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/911:43 amDSM - MAA
2 stops30h 22mBritish Airways
Sun 1/197:35 amMAA - DSM
2 stops26h 27mBritish Airways
Deal found 10/31$3,152
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/293:56 pmDSM - MAA
2 stops47h 19mEtihad Airways
Sun 1/59:50 amMAA - DSM
2 stops47h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/30$3,172

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Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Thu 11/21

11:25 am-7:15 am

3 stops32h 20m

$768

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Tue 11/19

11:25 am-11:55 pm

Nonstop25h 00m

$775

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Wed 11/13

6:33 am-2:25 am

2 stops32h 22m

$803

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Thu 3/20

5:40 am-2:45 am

2 stops34h 35m

Chennai

Fri 4/11

4:50 pm-4:17 pm

2 stops33h 57m

$1,160

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Thu 3/20

6:45 pm-7:15 am

3 stops50h 00m

Chennai

Thu 4/10

1:55 am-8:51 pm

2 stops29h 26m

$1,196

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Thu 3/20

11:30 am-7:15 am

3 stops33h 15m

Chennai

Fri 4/11

4:00 am-8:51 pm

2 stops27h 21m

$1,610

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Sun 12/8

3:15 pm-1:55 am

2 stops23h 10m

Chennai

Fri 1/17

3:45 am-4:59 pm

2 stops48h 44m

$2,430

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Mon 12/9

3:23 pm-8:15 am

2 stops29h 22m

Chennai

Thu 1/16

3:45 am-9:52 pm

2 stops29h 37m

$2,748

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Mon 12/9

11:43 am-5:35 am

2 stops30h 22m

Chennai

Sun 1/19

7:35 am-10:32 pm

2 stops26h 27m

$3,152

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Deals found on 10/31

Compare providers for flights from Des Moines to Chennai

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Des Moines to Chennai in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Chennai flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Des Moines-Chennai flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Chennai flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-Chennai flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Des Moines-Chennai flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Des Moines to Chennai

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Chennai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Des Moines to Chennai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DSM to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines to Chennai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Des Moines to Chennai in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 30% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chennai ranges from 0.4 - 13.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Chennai when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chennai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 91.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 77.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chennai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chennai. Reviews last updated October 31, 2024.
8.1
Very good
3,551 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

8.1
Very good
3,551 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,551 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

7.5
Good
3,900 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,551 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

7.3
Good
1,237 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,551 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

6.8
Okay
7,182 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,551 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

6.7
Okay
6,843 reviews
8.1
Very good
3,551 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines to Chennai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • Can I find flights from Des Moines to Chennai for under $1,200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to Chennai for under $1,200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Etihad Airways for just $1,160, but on average you can expect to pay $2,049.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Des Moines to Chennai for under $1,800?

    There are currently 4+ open flights from Des Moines to Chennai within the next 7 days for less than $1,800.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Des Moines to Chennai round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Des Moines to Chennai is Etihad Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,160 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Lufthansa and Qatar Airways, starting at $1,196 and $2,430 round-trip. Etihad Airways is 29% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What does DSM to MAA mean?

    Great question - DSM to MAA just means Des Moines Airport to Chennai Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Chennai that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Des Moines to Chennai flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Des Moines to Chennai with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Des Moines to Chennai flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Des Moines to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Chennai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Des Moines to Chennai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Des Moines to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines to Chennai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Chennai that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Des Moines to Chennai offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Des Moines to Chennai?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Des Moines to Chennai flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Des Moines to Chennai flight deals updated?

    The Des Moines to Chennai flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/31.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Chennai?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Chennai (average of $924). Flying from Des Moines to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,670). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Des Moines to Chennai

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$1,250Average$1,687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,251Average$1,652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,920Average$2,084FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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