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Cheap flights from Richmond (RIC) to Chennai (MAA) from $1,147

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
RIC — MAA
May 13 — May 201
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Cheap flight deals from Richmond to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) 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 May 8, 2024.

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$2,039

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$984
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From Richmond Byrd Intl to Chennai
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Richmond, Virginia to Chennai?

Monday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 23%.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Richmond, Virginia to Chennai?

Flights from Richmond, Virginia to Chennai lean towards being more expensive in May. Prices are generally better when you fly from Richmond, Virginia to Chennai in February, with the cheapest ticket starting at $1,085.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Richmond, Virginia to Chennai (RIC - MAA)?

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 4% on flights from Richmond, Virginia to Chennai by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Cheap Etihad Airways flights from Richmond to Chennai

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Etihad Airways for the route between Richmond and Chennai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,749,864 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Etihad Airways flights we've found from Richmond to Chennai. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Wed 9/1110:06 amRIC - MAA
2 stops31h 14mEtihad Airways
Thu 10/109:45 pmMAA - RIC
2 stops45h 16mEtihad Airways
Deal found 5/6$1,147
Thu 9/198:00 pmRIC - MAA
2 stops39h 05mEtihad Airways
Thu 10/109:45 pmMAA - RIC
2 stops45h 16mEtihad Airways
Deal found 5/6$1,153

Cheap Qatar Airways flights from Richmond to Chennai

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qatar Airways for the route between Richmond and Chennai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,749,864 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on Qatar Airways flights from Richmond to Chennai. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Fri 9/203:14 pmRIC - MAA
2 stops26h 16mQatar Airways
Thu 10/104:20 amMAA - RIC
2 stops24h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/6$1,318
Fri 6/286:55 pmRIC - MAA
2 stops22h 35mQatar Airways
Sun 7/144:05 amMAA - RIC
2 stops28h 43mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/7$2,118

Cheap Richmond to Chennai flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Richmond to Chennai specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,749,864 searches. Prices were last updated on May 8, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Richmond to Chennai in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Fri 6/76:03 amRIC - MAA
2 stops37h 42mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/145:35 amMAA - RIC
2 stops26h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/8$1,725
Fri 6/2810:35 amRIC - MAA
2 stops28h 05mLufthansa
Sat 7/131:50 amMAA - RIC
2 stops27h 17mLufthansa
Deal found 5/7$1,735
Fri 6/2810:35 amRIC - MAA
3 stops38h 40mLufthansa
Sun 7/143:25 pmMAA - RIC
3 stops41h 33mLufthansa
Deal found 5/7$1,844
Fri 6/2810:35 amRIC - MAA
3 stops38h 40mLufthansa
Sat 7/131:50 amMAA - RIC
3 stops31h 08mLufthansa
Deal found 5/7$1,931
Fri 6/286:55 pmRIC - MAA
2 stops22h 35mQatar Airways
Sun 7/144:05 amMAA - RIC
2 stops28h 43mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/7$2,118
Fri 6/2810:35 amRIC - MAA
3 stops38h 40mLufthansa
Sat 7/131:50 amMAA - RIC
2 stops26h 16mLufthansa
Deal found 5/7$2,686
Fri 6/286:55 pmRIC - MAA
2 stops47h 05mBritish Airways
Sun 7/145:25 pmMAA - RIC
3 stops58h 27mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/7$2,701
Fri 6/72:35 pmRIC - MAA
2 stops24h 05mLufthansa
Thu 6/131:50 amMAA - RIC
2 stops27h 19mLufthansa
Deal found 5/8$3,090

Richmond to Chennai 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Richmond and Chennai in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,749,864 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Richmond to Chennai in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Wed 9/1110:06 amRIC - MAA
2 stops31h 14mEtihad Airways
Thu 10/109:45 pmMAA - RIC
2 stops45h 16mEtihad Airways
Deal found 5/6$1,147
Thu 9/198:00 pmRIC - MAA
2 stops39h 05mEtihad Airways
Thu 10/109:45 pmMAA - RIC
2 stops45h 16mEtihad Airways
Deal found 5/6$1,153
Fri 9/203:14 pmRIC - MAA
2 stops26h 16mQatar Airways
Thu 10/104:20 amMAA - RIC
2 stops24h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/6$1,318
Mon 7/82:45 pmRIC - MAA
2 stops34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/159:05 pmMAA - RIC
2 stops46h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,352
Sat 7/66:20 pmRIC - MAA
2 stops30h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/159:05 pmMAA - RIC
2 stops46h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,388
Wed 9/1110:35 amRIC - MAA
3 stops36h 50mLufthansa
Thu 10/103:25 pmMAA - RIC
3 stops40h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 5/6$1,389
Tue 7/92:45 pmRIC - MAA
3 stops32h 40mLufthansa
Mon 7/159:40 amMAA - RIC
3 stops47h 18mLufthansa
Deal found 5/7$1,394
Sat 7/62:45 pmRIC - MAA
3 stops34h 30mLufthansa
Mon 7/159:40 amMAA - RIC
3 stops47h 18mLufthansa
Deal found 5/7$1,407
Mon 7/82:45 pmRIC - MAA
3 stops31h 05mLufthansa
Mon 7/159:40 amMAA - RIC
3 stops47h 18mLufthansa
Deal found 5/7$1,423

Find flights from Richmond to Chennai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond to Chennai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,749,864 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.

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$1,147 - $2,701

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Richmond Byrd IntlChennai

RIC - MAA

RICMAA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 9/11

2 stops31h 14m

Chennai

Thu 10/10

2 stops45h 16m

$1,147

Richmond Byrd IntlChennai

RIC - MAA

RICMAA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 9/19

2 stops39h 05m

Chennai

Thu 10/10

2 stops45h 16m

$1,153

Richmond Byrd IntlChennai

RIC - MAA

RICMAA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 9/20

2 stops26h 16m

Chennai

Thu 10/10

2 stops24h 25m

$1,318

Richmond Byrd IntlChennai

RIC - MAA

RICMAA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 7/8

2 stops34h 30m

Chennai

Mon 7/15

2 stops46h 17m

$1,352

Richmond Byrd IntlChennai

RIC - MAA

RICMAA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 7/6

2 stops30h 55m

Chennai

Mon 7/15

2 stops46h 17m

$1,388

Richmond Byrd IntlChennai

RIC - MAA

RICMAA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 9/11

3 stops36h 50m

Chennai

Thu 10/10

3 stops40h 20m

$1,389

Richmond Byrd IntlChennai

RIC - MAA

RICMAA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 7/9

3 stops32h 40m

Chennai

Mon 7/15

3 stops47h 18m

$1,394

Richmond Byrd IntlChennai

RIC - MAA

RICMAA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 7/6

3 stops34h 30m

Chennai

Mon 7/15

3 stops47h 18m

$1,407

Richmond Byrd IntlChennai

RIC - MAA

RICMAA

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 6/28

2 stops47h 05m

Chennai

Sun 7/14

3 stops58h 27m

$2,701

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Deals found on 5/6

When is the cheapest time to fly from Richmond, Virginia to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Richmond to Chennai. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Richmond, Virginia to Chennai flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Chennai by month

Plan your trip from Richmond to Chennai by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Richmond to Chennai is currently $0 while a round-trip flight costs $1,472. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond, Virginia to Chennai (average of $984). Flying from Richmond, Virginia to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,700). 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.

January

$1,100

February

$1,083

March

$1,097

April

$1,108

May

$1,192

June

$1,700

July

$1,500

August

$1,140

September

$984

October

$1,052

November

$1,208

December

$1,561

Temperature and rainfall in Chennai by month

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

MAA

Temperature

77 - 91.4 °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 May 8, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Richmond to Chennai, such as Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways and Lufthansa. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,430 reviews
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Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was slow in the flight from iad to doh. The entertainment was not working in the flight from doh to ccu

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,430 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,430 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was slow in the flight from iad to doh. The entertainment was not working in the flight from doh to ccu

Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,370 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,430 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was slow in the flight from iad to doh. The entertainment was not working in the flight from doh to ccu

Lufthansa
7.0
Good
7,703 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,430 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was slow in the flight from iad to doh. The entertainment was not working in the flight from doh to ccu

British Airways
6.8
Okay
6,870 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,430 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.5

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was slow in the flight from iad to doh. The entertainment was not working in the flight from doh to ccu

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Richmond, Virginia to Chennai for under $1,200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Richmond, Virginia to Chennai for under $1,200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Etihad Airways for just $1,147, but on average you can expect to pay $1,509.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Richmond, Virginia to Chennai round-trip?

    Flying on Etihad Airways is currently your cheapest option to Chennai, with prices starting at $1,147. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qatar Airways and Lufthansa, with the lowest prices starting at $1,318 and $1,389, respectively. Etihad Airways is currently priced 26% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What does RIC to MAA mean?

    RIC stands for Richmond Byrd Intl Airport, while MAA stands for Chennai Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Richmond 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 Richmond to Chennai with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Richmond 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 Richmond to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Richmond to Chennai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Richmond 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 Richmond to Chennai that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Richmond 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 Richmond to Chennai?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Richmond 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 Richmond, Virginia to Chennai flight deals updated?

    The Richmond, Virginia to Chennai flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/7.

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