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$340+ Cheap flights from District of Columbia 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 4/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — MAA
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
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Round-trip from

$785
(Indian Eagle)

One-way from

$340
(Indian Eagle)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$857

Good round-trip deal

$1,008 or less
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Cheapest flights from District of Columbia to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from District of Columbia to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Fri 4/2510:05 pmIAD - MAA
1 stop19h 05mEtihad Airways
Fri 5/24:25 pmMAA - IAD
1 stop33h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 3/26$785
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 3/3011:00 amIAD - MAA
1 stop18h 40mAir India
Mon 4/78:40 pmMAA - IAD
1 stop20h 30mAir India
Deal found 3/25$793
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Thu 8/219:00 pmIAD - MAA
1 stop20h 20mQatar Airways
Wed 9/174:20 amMAA - IAD
1 stop20h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/26$801
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/75:35 pmIAD - MAA
2 stops39h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/271:55 amMAA - IAD
2 stops28h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$819
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/206:00 amDCA - MAA
2 stops32h 40mAir Canada
Tue 9/161:55 amMAA - DCA
2 stops23h 26mAir Canada
Deal found 3/26$843
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Sat 8/2310:45 pmIAD - MAA
2 stops39h 55mLufthansa
Tue 9/161:55 amMAA - IAD
1 stop23h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 3/26$849
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/65:35 pmIAD - MAA
2 stops26h 15mSWISS
Mon 5/193:25 pmMAA - IAD
2 stops34h 20mSWISS
Deal found 3/27$851
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Wed 8/2010:55 amIAD - MAA
1 stop24h 05mEmirates
Mon 9/89:50 amMAA - IAD
1 stop32h 20mEmirates
Deal found 3/27$928
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/56:50 pmDCA - MAA
2 stops43h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/265:35 amMAA - DCA
2 stops45h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$985
This EaseMyTrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 EaseMyTrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/91:30 pmIAD - MAA
2 stops35h 05mIndiGo
Fri 5/233:45 pmMAA - IAD
2 stops37h 30mIndiGo
Deal found 3/26$1,022
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/36:59 pmDCA - MAA
2 stops24h 46mAmerican Airlines
Fri 5/23:45 pmMAA - DCA
2 stops27h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$1,046
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Wed 8/2010:30 amDCA - MAA
2 stops30h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 9/73:55 amMAA - DCA
2 stops27h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/27$1,119

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Customize your flight search to find flights from District of Columbia 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
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Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 4/25

10:05 pm-2:40 am

1 stop19h 05m

Chennai

Tue 5/13

4:15 am-4:10 pm

1 stop21h 25m

$785

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 3/30

11:00 am-3:10 pm

1 stop18h 40m

Chennai

Mon 4/7

8:40 pm-7:40 am

1 stop20h 30m

$793

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/7

5:35 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops39h 20m

Chennai

Tue 5/27

1:55 am-9:08 pm

2 stops28h 43m

$819

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/27

9:00 pm-2:55 am

1 stop20h 25m

Chennai

Sat 5/10

3:55 am-3:40 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$843

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/6

5:35 pm-5:20 am

2 stops26h 15m

Chennai

Mon 5/19

3:25 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops34h 20m

$851

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/7

5:15 pm-12:10 am

1 stop21h 25m

Chennai

Tue 5/27

1:55 am-3:50 pm

1 stop23h 25m

$870

Washington, D.C.Chennai

DCA - MAA

DCAMAA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 5/5

6:50 pm-12:10 am

2 stops43h 50m

Chennai

Mon 5/26

5:35 am-6:03 pm

2 stops45h 58m

$985

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/3

10:55 am-8:30 pm

1 stop24h 05m

Chennai

Wed 4/16

10:00 pm-8:40 am

1 stop20h 10m

$1,002

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/9

1:30 pm-10:05 am

2 stops35h 05m

Chennai

Fri 5/23

3:45 pm-7:45 pm

2 stops37h 30m

$1,022

Washington, D.C.Chennai

DCA - MAA

DCAMAA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 4/3

6:59 pm-5:15 am

2 stops24h 46m

Chennai

Fri 5/2

3:45 pm-9:29 am

2 stops27h 14m

$1,046

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Best time to book a flight from District of Columbia to Chennai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from District of Columbia to Chennai

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from District of Columbia to Chennai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Chennai (average of $943). Flying from District of Columbia to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,667). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from District of Columbia 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 March 28, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from District of Columbia to Chennai as you normally would.

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 March 28, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Emirates and SWISS from District of Columbia to Chennai by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,190 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,570 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
837 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,538 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,285 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from District of Columbia to Chennai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chennai from District of Columbia?

    For a flight from District of Columbia to Chennai, you will be flying into Chennai. Chennai (MAA) is just 10.2 mi from the center of the city.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from District of Columbia to Chennai one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Etihad Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $340. Air India flights start at $385 while deals on American Airlines start at $436 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from District of Columbia to Chennai?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $932. While the most popular route (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Chennai) can be booked for $770 on average our data indicates $1,121 when flying from District of Columbia to Chennai.

  • Can I find deals for flights from District of Columbia to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from District of Columbia to Chennai?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from District of Columbia to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from District of Columbia 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from District of Columbia to Chennai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Chennai (average of $943). Flying from District of Columbia to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,667). 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 9 airlines flying from District of Columbia to Chennai

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from District of Columbia to Chennai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest$724Average$1,092FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$737Average$1,006FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
EmiratesCheapest$752Average$1,150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$796Average$1,125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
LufthansaCheapest$810Average$1,276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
IndiGoCheapest$1,005Average$1,118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,082Average$1,441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$1,084Average$1,259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,088Average$1,398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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