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$416+ Cheap flights from the United States 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 1/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MAA
Dec 24 — Dec 311
Tue 12/24
Tue 12/31
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Cheap flight deals from USA to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from USA (US0) 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 December 19, 2024.

Round-trip from

$814
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$416
(Kiwi.com)
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Cheapest flights from USA to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 19, 2024.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3111:35 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop35h 30mCathay Pacific
Thu 1/301:50 amMAA - SFO
1 stop32h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 12/18$901
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2911:35 amJFK - MAA
1 stop33h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/228:10 pmMAA - JFK
2 stops47h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/19$1,001
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/3110:00 pmJFK - MAA
1 stop18h 15mEtihad Airways
Fri 1/314:15 pmMAA - JFK
1 stop33h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/18$1,033
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/318:55 pmJFK - MAA
2 stops24h 45mEthiopian Air
Fri 1/313:00 amMAA - JFK
2 stops26h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/18$1,047
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2911:35 amJFK - MAA
1 stop21h 00mAir India
Thu 1/237:50 pmMAA - JFK
1 stop21h 35mAir India
Deal found 12/19$1,059
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/316:05 pmEWR - MAA
1 stop19h 30mLufthansa
Tue 1/211:45 amMAA - EWR
1 stop24h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 12/19$1,101
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/312:21 pmEWR - MAA
2 stops23h 14mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/229:35 amMAA - EWR
2 stops38h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/19$1,107
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/315:30 pmJFK - MAA
2 stops20h 05mLufthansa
Tue 1/211:45 amMAA - JFK
1 stop22h 40mLufthansa
Deal found 12/19$1,108
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3111:00 amDCA - MAA
2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/278:00 amMAA - DCA
3 stops44h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,114
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3110:35 amIAD - MAA
2 stops27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/273:25 pmMAA - IAD
3 stops32h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$1,119
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/251:10 pmORD - MAA
1 stop19h 40mEtihad Airways
Tue 1/213:50 amMAA - ORD
1 stop40h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/17$1,127
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/319:30 pmIAD - MAA
1 stop18h 45mEtihad Airways
Sun 1/263:50 amMAA - IAD
1 stop23h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/18$1,134

Find flights from USA to Chennai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from USA 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 December 19, 2024.

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Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/16

10:00 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop36h 35m

Chennai

Wed 5/14

4:30 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop33h 35m

$814

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 3/20

6:20 pm-12:05 am

1 stop20h 15m

Chennai

Wed 4/2

1:55 am-3:50 pm

1 stop23h 25m

$822

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 2/28

8:05 pm-1:55 am

1 stop19h 20m

Chennai

Mon 3/17

3:45 am-4:55 pm

1 stop22h 40m

$831

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 3/13

3:55 pm-12:05 am

2 stops22h 40m

Chennai

Tue 4/8

1:55 am-3:13 pm

2 stops22h 48m

$839

Washington, D.C.Chennai

DCA - MAA

DCAMAA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/16

11:00 am-12:10 am

2 stops27h 40m

Chennai

Tue 5/13

1:55 am-9:08 pm

2 stops28h 43m

$840

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Mon 4/21

5:25 pm-12:10 am

2 stops21h 15m

Chennai

Wed 5/7

1:55 am-1:40 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$845

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Wed 2/26

11:15 am-11:10 pm

1 stop25h 25m

Chennai

Tue 3/11

8:00 am-9:05 am

1 stop34h 35m

$856

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 3/20

6:50 pm-12:05 am

1 stop19h 45m

Chennai

Wed 4/2

1:55 am-11:14 am

2 stops42h 49m

$859

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Mon 1/27

2:21 pm-12:05 am

2 stops23h 14m

Chennai

Thu 2/20

4:05 pm-4:05 pm

2 stops34h 30m

$862

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 2/1

1:40 pm-8:30 am

1 stop32h 20m

Chennai

Wed 2/19

9:30 pm-8:40 am

1 stop21h 40m

$879

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Best time to book a flight from USA to Chennai

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Travel insights for flights from USA to Chennai

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from USA 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 December 19, 2024.

When flying from USA to Chennai, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 December 19, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from USA to Chennai, see what other customers have to say about Ethiopian Air, Cathay Pacific and American Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Japan Airlines
8.3
Very good
1,442 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,410 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,331 reviews
ANA
8.4
Very good
839 reviews

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.4

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Your hospitality was excellent, very polite and kind. The meal was tasty and good. The buns were cold. Who likes cold buns?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from USA 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 United States?

    For a flight from United States 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 USA to Chennai one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Etihad Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $427. Users have also found prices from $433 and $508 on Air India and IndiGo, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from USA to Chennai?

    The most popular flight routes from USA to Chennai are New York John F Kennedy Intl - Chennai, Dallas/Fort Worth - Chennai and Newark - Chennai.

  • What are the cheapest flights from USA to Chennai?

    While on average a flight from USA to Chennai is generally $5,458, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $5,296. When looking at the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Chennai), you can expect to pay $601 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from USA 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 December 19, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$552Average$1,015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air IndiaCheapest$605Average$1,275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Cathay PacificCheapest$669Average$1,378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air CanadaCheapest$692Average$1,401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$703Average$1,189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Kuwait AirwaysCheapest$717Average$908FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
United AirlinesCheapest$736Average$1,321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air FranceCheapest$778Average$1,131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$834Average$1,439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$881Average$1,415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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