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$395+ Cheap flights from New York (NYC) to Chennai (MAA)

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NYC — MAA
nov. 19 — nov. 261
1 adult
mar. 11/19
mar. 11/26
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The best prices from New York to Chennai are usually found in September or October, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from New York to Chennai

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AranGrant
3 stars

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AranGrant
3 stars

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$781
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One-way from

$395
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on noviembre 14, 2024.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
lun. 11/181:50 pmJFK - MAA
1 stop24h 15mCathay Pacific
sáb. 12/71:50 amMAA - JFK
1 stop44h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 11/13$783
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/512:30 amJFK - MAA
2 stops41h 15mMultiple Airlines
jue. 12/128:25 pmMAA - JFK
1 stop21h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/13$925
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
dom. 11/179:15 pmEWR - MAA
2 stops24h 25mEthiopian Air
jue. 12/510:00 amMAA - EWR
2 stops32h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/13$929
This ScholarTrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 ScholarTrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/1810:20 pmJFK - MAA
1 stop35h 20mEmirates
mar. 12/109:40 pmMAA - JFK
1 stop31h 45mEmirates
Deal found 11/12$938
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/278:55 pmJFK - MAA
1 stop41h 45mEthiopian Air
dom. 12/223:00 amMAA - JFK
1 stop26h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 11/12$964
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
mié. 11/131:30 amJFK - MAA
1 stop38h 25mQatar Airways
jue. 11/213:30 amMAA - JFK
1 stop22h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/13$1,030
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/111:35 amJFK - MAA
1 stop19h 20mAir India
sáb. 12/219:35 amMAA - JFK
1 stop31h 50mAir India
Deal found 11/14$1,035
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
lun. 12/308:50 pmEWR - MAA
2 stops40h 35mLufthansa
mié. 3/198:30 pmMAA - EWR
2 stops33h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 11/14$1,037
This StudentUniverse deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 StudentUniverse is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 11/191:40 pmJFK - MAA
1 stop20h 10mEtihad Airways
lun. 12/99:50 amMAA - JFK
1 stop33h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/13$1,058
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
vie. 11/1511:15 amEWR - MAA
1 stop25h 55mAir India
dom. 11/243:55 pmMAA - EWR
1 stop25h 30mAir India
Deal found 11/14$1,096
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/2911:45 pmEWR - MAA
2 stops40h 00mEmirates
lun. 12/99:45 amMAA - EWR
2 stops45h 55mEmirates
Deal found 11/14$1,116
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
mié. 11/208:10 pmJFK - MAA
1 stop22h 55mBritish Airways
jue. 12/57:35 amMAA - JFK
1 stop24h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/13$1,117

Find flights from New York to Chennai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from New York 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 2,752,363 searches. Data last updated noviembre 14, 2024.

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New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

sáb. 2/1

11:35 am-7:50 pm

1 stop21h 45m

Chennai

jue. 3/6

9:00 pm-6:55 am

1 stop20h 25m

$781

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

jue. 1/30

1:50 pm-12:35 am

1 stop24h 15m

Chennai

mar. 3/4

1:50 am-12:10 pm

1 stop44h 50m

$783

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 2/18

5:30 pm-7:15 am

2 stops27h 15m

Chennai

mar. 3/11

8:30 pm-4:40 pm

2 stops29h 40m

$799

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

jue. 1/23

8:50 pm-7:15 am

2 stops23h 55m

Chennai

mar. 2/4

8:30 pm-7:05 pm

2 stops33h 05m

$799

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

mar. 3/4

8:30 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop40h 40m

Chennai

mar. 3/25

1:45 am-10:50 pm

Nonstop30h 35m

$803

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 3/4

9:00 pm-8:55 am

2 stops25h 25m

Chennai

mar. 3/25

1:45 am-8:42 pm

2 stops28h 27m

$813

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

vie. 5/2

6:50 pm-1:30 am

1 stop21h 10m

Chennai

mar. 5/13

2:50 am-3:50 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$820

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

mar. 3/4

11:58 am-11:55 pm

2 stops25h 27m

Chennai

mar. 3/25

1:45 am-8:32 pm

2 stops28h 17m

$820

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

mar. 4/1

12:00 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop22h 45m

Chennai

mar. 4/22

9:15 pm-7:55 am

1 stop20h 10m

$822

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 3/4

5:30 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop19h 55m

Chennai

mar. 3/25

1:45 am-10:38 pm

Nonstop30h 23m

$829

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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 New York to Chennai in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ScholarTripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GurufarePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
KAYAKPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*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 New York-Chennai flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on New York-Chennai flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New York-Chennai flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New York-Chennai flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant 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 New York-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 New York to Chennai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chennai from New York with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from New York to Chennai

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Chennai. Price data was last updated on November 8, 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from New York to Chennai, you should look to book at least 80 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Chennai?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Chennai (average of $924). Flying from New York 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 noviembre 14, 2024.

When flying from New York to Chennai, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 21% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Chennai. Price data was last updated on November 10, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Chennai flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 noviembre 14, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air India, Lufthansa and Undisclosed Carrier from New York to Chennai. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,506 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,506 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,506 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,335 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,506 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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.

Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
874 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,506 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,861 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,506 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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.

Ethiopian Air
7.3
Good
791 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,506 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

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 New York 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 New York?

    Located just 10.2 mi from the city center, Chennai is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chennai from New York. Booking flights from New York to Chennai (MAA) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from New York from 18 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York to Chennai round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from New York to Chennai is Air India. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $781 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Cathay Pacific and Lufthansa, starting at $783 and $799 round-trip. Air India is priced at 27% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to Chennai one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air India, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $395. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways and Singapore Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from New York to Chennai for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Chennai?

    While some choose either Newark - Chennai or New York LaGuardia - Chennai, New York John F Kennedy Intl - Chennai is the most popular route from New York to Chennai.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to Chennai?

    The cheapest flight price from New York to Chennai is $2,154. On average you can expect to pay $2,611. The most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Chennai), can usually be booked for $580.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from New York to Chennai?

    Flights departing from New York and landing in Chennai layover in Abu Dhabi most frequently. Dubai sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from New York to Chennai. Mumbai follows Dubai in terms of the most frequent layover location on New York to Chennai flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Abu Dhabi?

    Emirates Palace, Sheikh Zayed Mosque, and Emirates Park Zoo are currently the most popular points of interest in Abu Dhabi at the moment. Those on a layover in Abu Dhabi interested in visiting Emirates Palace, Sheikh Zayed Mosque, or Emirates Park Zoo can do so by traveling 21.1 mi, 11.2 mi, and 7.9 mi, respectively from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl. Those landing in Abu Dhabi looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $27 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Dubai?

    If you're on a layover in Dubai and looking for things to do, consider visiting Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, or Burj Al Arab. Those on a layover in Dubai interested in visiting Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, or Burj Al Arab can do so by traveling 6.5 mi, 6.8 mi, and 13.6 mi, respectively from Dubai Intl. Travelers can rent a car at Dubai Intl for an average daily rate of $35 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Mumbai?

    Mumbai travelers tend to visit Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, and Shri Swaminarayan Mandir more than any other attractions. Travelers on a layover in Mumbai can visit Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, and Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, by traveling 11.7 mi, 10.5 mi, and 9.7 mi, respectively after landing at Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl. Those landing in Mumbai looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $44 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for New York to Chennai flights?

    Flights departing from New York and landing in Chennai layover in Paris least frequently. New York to Chennai flights stopping in Frankfurt am Main are the next rarest. New Delhi follows Frankfurt am Main in terms of the least frequent layover locations on New York to Chennai flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Chennai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York 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 New York to Chennai?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Chennai (average of $924). Flying from New York 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 10 airlines flying from New York to Chennai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from New York 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 2,752,363 searches. Data last updated noviembre 14, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$692Average$1,306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
EmiratesCheapest$711Average$1,086FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Kuwait AirwaysCheapest$717Average$925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
United AirlinesCheapest$736Average$1,141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air IndiaCheapest$747Average$1,232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Cathay PacificCheapest$750Average$766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$801Average$1,152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$808Average$1,280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
LufthansaCheapest$848Average$1,330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$851Average$873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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