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$571+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) to Chennai (MAA)

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RDU — MAA
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 February 20, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,128
(oojo)

One-way from

$571
(Etihad Airways)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,212
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Fri 4/46:00 amRDU - MAA
2 stops28h 35mEtihad Airways
Sun 4/2710:05 amMAA - RDU
2 stops46h 39mEtihad Airways
Deal found 2/19$1,128
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Mon 3/175:43 pmRDU - MAA
2 stops26h 02mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/242:35 pmMAA - RDU
2 stops31h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$1,143
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Sun 3/95:43 pmRDU - MAA
2 stops26h 02mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/283:45 amMAA - RDU
2 stops29h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/18$1,168
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Tue 3/252:45 pmRDU - MAA
3 stops32h 40mLufthansa
Mon 4/71:55 amMAA - RDU
1 stop21h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 2/18$1,183
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 2/2712:43 pmRDU - MAA
2 stops26h 42mQatar Airways
Fri 3/283:45 amMAA - RDU
2 stops47h 31mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/19$1,196
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Tue 2/254:40 pmRDU - MAA
3 stops29h 00mEthiopian Air
Sun 3/23:00 amMAA - RDU
3 stops31h 29mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/19$1,215
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/2610:35 amRDU - MAA
2 stops52h 00mAir Canada
Tue 4/81:55 amMAA - RDU
2 stops41h 23mAir Canada
Deal found 2/19$1,316
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/2510:50 pmRDU - MAA
1 stop21h 15mBritish Airways
Tue 4/85:35 amMAA - RDU
2 stops24h 28mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/18$1,413

Find flights from Raleigh to Chennai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 February 20, 2025.

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RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 4/4

6:00 am-8:05 pm

2 stops28h 35m

Chennai

Sun 4/27

10:05 am-11:14 pm

2 stops46h 39m

$1,128

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/17

5:43 pm-5:15 am

2 stops26h 02m

Chennai

Mon 3/24

2:35 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops31h 10m

$1,143

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 3/9

5:43 pm-5:15 am

2 stops26h 02m

Chennai

Fri 3/28

3:45 am-11:26 pm

2 stops29h 11m

$1,168

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/25

2:45 pm-8:55 am

3 stops32h 40m

Chennai

Mon 4/7

1:55 am-1:45 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$1,183

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/26

11:38 am-1:55 am

2 stops28h 47m

Chennai

Fri 4/18

4:20 am-8:33 pm

2 stops49h 43m

$1,197

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 3/20

6:00 am-1:10 am

2 stops33h 40m

Chennai

Fri 3/28

3:00 am-11:44 pm

3 stops30h 14m

$1,314

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/26

10:35 am-12:05 am

2 stops52h 00m

Chennai

Tue 4/8

1:55 am-9:48 am

2 stops41h 23m

$1,316

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/25

10:50 pm-5:35 am

1 stop21h 15m

Chennai

Tue 4/8

5:35 am-8:33 pm

2 stops24h 28m

$1,413

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 4/24

11:20 am-8:05 pm

2 stops23h 15m

$571

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 4/24

6:05 pm-3:30 am

1 stop23h 55m

$1,276

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Deals found on 2/20

Compare providers for flights from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Chennai in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust 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 Raleigh-Chennai flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Raleigh-Chennai flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Raleigh-Chennai flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-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 Raleigh-Chennai flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Raleigh to Chennai

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Chennai. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

Booking 51 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Raleigh to Chennai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Chennai (average of $943). Flying from Raleigh 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 RDU to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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 February 20, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Raleigh to Chennai in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 14% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Raleigh to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Raleigh to Chennai. Price data was last updated on February 16, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Raleigh to Chennai flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon 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 February 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and American Airlines from Raleigh to Chennai. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,612 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Khalil,Nov 2024

SEA - DOH

Organized and punctual departure process. The flight was full and the seat pitch is inadequate given the ultra long flight. It looks like the airline has increased the seat rows to maximize the payload, but overlooked the comfort factor. I was in economy at a window seat, but had half a window to my seat! The cabin temperature was a little warm, when I tried to open the overhead vent, the one in front was too far and started blowing air on the passenger in front of me, and the same for the vent behind me, it was for the passenger behinde. It looked as if an extra row was cramped between every two rows. The family behind me had a child who was constantly crying and banging his head against my seat. It's not the airline's fault, but the lack of space aggravated the situation.

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,612 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,612 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Khalil,Nov 2024

SEA - DOH

Organized and punctual departure process. The flight was full and the seat pitch is inadequate given the ultra long flight. It looks like the airline has increased the seat rows to maximize the payload, but overlooked the comfort factor. I was in economy at a window seat, but had half a window to my seat! The cabin temperature was a little warm, when I tried to open the overhead vent, the one in front was too far and started blowing air on the passenger in front of me, and the same for the vent behind me, it was for the passenger behinde. It looked as if an extra row was cramped between every two rows. The family behind me had a child who was constantly crying and banging his head against my seat. It's not the airline's fault, but the lack of space aggravated the situation.

Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,178 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,612 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Khalil,Nov 2024

SEA - DOH

Organized and punctual departure process. The flight was full and the seat pitch is inadequate given the ultra long flight. It looks like the airline has increased the seat rows to maximize the payload, but overlooked the comfort factor. I was in economy at a window seat, but had half a window to my seat! The cabin temperature was a little warm, when I tried to open the overhead vent, the one in front was too far and started blowing air on the passenger in front of me, and the same for the vent behind me, it was for the passenger behinde. It looked as if an extra row was cramped between every two rows. The family behind me had a child who was constantly crying and banging his head against my seat. It's not the airline's fault, but the lack of space aggravated the situation.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,612 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Khalil,Nov 2024

SEA - DOH

Organized and punctual departure process. The flight was full and the seat pitch is inadequate given the ultra long flight. It looks like the airline has increased the seat rows to maximize the payload, but overlooked the comfort factor. I was in economy at a window seat, but had half a window to my seat! The cabin temperature was a little warm, when I tried to open the overhead vent, the one in front was too far and started blowing air on the passenger in front of me, and the same for the vent behind me, it was for the passenger behinde. It looked as if an extra row was cramped between every two rows. The family behind me had a child who was constantly crying and banging his head against my seat. It's not the airline's fault, but the lack of space aggravated the situation.

Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
775 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,612 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Khalil,Nov 2024

SEA - DOH

Organized and punctual departure process. The flight was full and the seat pitch is inadequate given the ultra long flight. It looks like the airline has increased the seat rows to maximize the payload, but overlooked the comfort factor. I was in economy at a window seat, but had half a window to my seat! The cabin temperature was a little warm, when I tried to open the overhead vent, the one in front was too far and started blowing air on the passenger in front of me, and the same for the vent behind me, it was for the passenger behinde. It looked as if an extra row was cramped between every two rows. The family behind me had a child who was constantly crying and banging his head against my seat. It's not the airline's fault, but the lack of space aggravated the situation.

Air Canada
7.0
Good
8,748 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,612 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

Khalil,Nov 2024

SEA - DOH

Organized and punctual departure process. The flight was full and the seat pitch is inadequate given the ultra long flight. It looks like the airline has increased the seat rows to maximize the payload, but overlooked the comfort factor. I was in economy at a window seat, but had half a window to my seat! The cabin temperature was a little warm, when I tried to open the overhead vent, the one in front was too far and started blowing air on the passenger in front of me, and the same for the vent behind me, it was for the passenger behinde. It looked as if an extra row was cramped between every two rows. The family behind me had a child who was constantly crying and banging his head against my seat. It's not the airline's fault, but the lack of space aggravated the situation.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Etihad Airways, at $1,128, was found to be the cheapest airline from Raleigh to Chennai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and Lufthansa. Etihad Airways is currently priced 18% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    Flights departing from Raleigh and landing in Chennai layover in Frankfurt am Main most frequently. Doha follows Frankfurt am Main in terms of the most common layover location on Raleigh to Chennai flights. Doha is followed by New York in terms of the most popular layover location for Raleigh to Chennai flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Frankfurt am Main?

    If you're on a layover in Frankfurt am Main and looking for things to do, consider visiting Römerberg, Hauptwache, or Römer. Travelers on a layover in Frankfurt am Main can visit Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Römer, by traveling 7.4 mi, 7.4 mi, and 7.4 mi, respectively after landing at Frankfurt am Main. Those on a layover in Frankfurt am Main in need of a rental car can book one at Frankfurt am Main for about $44.

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

    Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village, and Aspire Tower are currently the most popular points of interest in Doha at the moment. Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village and Aspire Tower are located about 5.2 mi, 8.7 mi, and 10.6 mi, respectively from Doha Hamad Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Those landing in Doha looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $30 per day.

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

    Most New York visitors opt to spend their time at Times Square, New York City Center, and Madison Square Garden. Travelers on a layover in New York can visit Times Square, New York City Center, and Madison Square Garden, by traveling 13.6 mi, 13.6 mi, and 13.6 mi, respectively after landing at New York John F Kennedy Intl. Travelers in need of a car in New York can rent one for about $57 per day.

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

    The least popular layover on flights from Raleigh to Chennai is Paris. Philadelphia follows Paris in terms of the least common layover location on Raleigh to Chennai flights. Abu Dhabi comes next as the third least popular layover location for Raleigh to Chennai flights.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Chennai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Chennai (average of $943). Flying from Raleigh 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 9 airlines flying from Raleigh to Chennai

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$136Average$171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$1,005Average$1,196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,108Average$1,676FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,139Average$1,422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
LufthansaCheapest$1,182Average$1,487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,206Average$1,409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,247Average$2,070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air FranceCheapest$1,333Average$1,391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Gulf AirCheapest$1,482Average$1,830FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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