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$449+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 1/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — MAA
Dec 27 — Jan 31
Fri 12/27
Fri 1/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Chennai are usually found in September or October, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$810
(oojo)

One-way from

$451
(Kiwi.com)

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September

Average price

$1,607
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 22, 2024.

This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/305:50 pmIAD - MAA
1 stop19h 45mLufthansa
Tue 1/211:45 amMAA - IAD
1 stop24h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 12/21$1,089
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/315:15 pmIAD - MAA
2 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/279:35 amMAA - IAD
3 stops46h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$1,094
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/21$1,114
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Mon 12/3010:30 amIAD - MAA
1 stop23h 10mEmirates
Wed 1/229:45 amMAA - IAD
1 stop32h 55mEmirates
Deal found 12/21$1,215
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/319:30 pmIAD - MAA
1 stop18h 45mEtihad Airways
Sun 1/263:50 amMAA - IAD
1 stop23h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/21$1,324
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/314:48 pmDCA - MAA
2 stops23h 07mQatar Airways
Sun 1/263:30 amMAA - DCA
2 stops45h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/21$1,364
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Mon 12/302:35 pmIAD - MAA
2 stops47h 00mAir Canada
Tue 1/211:45 amMAA - IAD
2 stops44h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 12/21$1,382
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 12/317:45 amBWI - MAA
2 stops32h 10mQatar Airways
Sun 1/263:30 amMAA - BWI
2 stops29h 11mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/20$1,517
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3110:00 amIAD - MAA
1 stop35h 40mEthiopian Air
Sun 1/263:00 amMAA - IAD
2 stops39h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/21$1,530
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/258:40 pmDCA - MAA
2 stops40h 55mAir Canada
Tue 1/211:45 amMAA - DCA
2 stops29h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 12/21$1,537
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/246:55 amBWI - MAA
3 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/282:15 amMAA - BWI
3 stops43h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$1,951
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/268:05 pmIAD - MAA
1 stop19h 20mQatar Airways
Mon 12/303:45 amMAA - IAD
1 stop22h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/21$2,165

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 22, 2024.

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IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/3

8:05 pm-1:55 am

1 stop19h 20m

Chennai

Sun 3/16

3:45 am-4:55 pm

1 stop22h 40m

$810

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/13

10:00 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop36h 35m

Chennai

Sat 5/17

4:10 am-4:35 pm

1 stop21h 55m

$811

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 3/9

5:16 pm-8:15 am

2 stops29h 29m

Chennai

Wed 4/2

1:55 am-9:25 pm

2 stops29h 00m

$812

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/10

11:05 pm-12:05 am

2 stops39h 30m

Chennai

Tue 4/15

1:55 am-3:50 pm

1 stop23h 25m

$819

Washington, D.C.Chennai

DCA - MAA

DCAMAA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/18

9:40 am-8:15 am

2 stops37h 05m

Chennai

Wed 4/2

1:55 am-9:08 pm

2 stops28h 43m

$829

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

Wed 4/2

1:55 am-9:25 pm

2 stops29h 00m

$845

Washington, D.C.Chennai

DCA - MAA

DCAMAA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 3/10

8:40 pm-12:05 am

2 stops41h 55m

Chennai

Tue 4/15

1:55 am-10:19 am

2 stops41h 54m

$866

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 1/21

10:30 am-8:10 pm

1 stop23h 10m

Chennai

Mon 2/3

9:45 am-8:10 am

1 stop32h 55m

$925

BaltimoreChennai

BWI - MAA

BWIMAA

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 1/27

8:30 pm-5:35 am

1 stop22h 35m

Chennai

Thu 2/6

7:35 am-6:45 pm

1 stop21h 40m

$1,072

Washington, D.C.Chennai

DCA - MAA

DCAMAA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 2/4

5:20 pm-1:55 am

2 stops22h 05m

Chennai

Tue 2/11

3:45 am-5:57 pm

2 stops24h 42m

$1,081

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Chennai in December.
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AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Washington, D.C.-Chennai flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Chennai flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Chennai flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C. to Chennai

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

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Chennai. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai is 50 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chennai?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 22, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chennai at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 28% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Chennai. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Chennai flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday 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 December 22, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chennai, see what other customers have to say about Etihad Airways, Singapore Airlines and Lufthansa. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,398 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
3,398 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,398 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
1,331 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,398 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
3,789 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,398 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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
7.5
Good
835 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,398 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

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 Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    If you book a flight to Chennai from Washington, D.C., you will be flying to Chennai, which is the city’s only airport. Chennai (MAA) is located 10.2 mi from the center of Chennai. There are 0 flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai per day from 10 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Chennai round-trip?

    Currently priced at $810, Qatar Airways will fly you from Washington, D.C. to Chennai and back. In addition to Qatar Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Etihad Airways and Lufthansa - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $813 and $819, respectively. Qatar Airways is 26% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chennai one-way?

    $465 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air India and IndiGo, with prices starting from $477 and $508, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Chennai?

    When deciding which route to take from Washington, D.C. to Chennai consider Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Chennai, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Chennai or Baltimore/Washington - Chennai as they are the most popular.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai?

    While on average a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chennai is generally $1,121, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $932. When looking at the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Chennai), you can expect to pay $735 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Washington, D.C. to Chennai?

    Most of the time, Washington, D.C. to Chennai flights that have layovers will stop in Abu Dhabi. Dubai sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Washington, D.C. to Chennai. Doha follows Dubai in terms of the most frequent layover location on Washington, D.C. to Chennai flights.

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

    The majority of Abu Dhabi visitors spend their time at Emirates Palace, Emirates Park Zoo, and Etihad Towers. Those on a layover in Abu Dhabi interested in visiting Emirates Palace, Emirates Park Zoo, or Etihad Towers can do so by traveling 21.1 mi, 7.9 mi, and 20.8 mi, respectively from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl. Those looking to explore during their layover in Abu Dhabi can rent a car from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl for about $29 per day.

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

    Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, and Burj Al Arab are currently the most popular points of interest in Dubai at the moment. Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, and Burj Al Arab can be visited by traveling about 6.8 mi, 6.5 mi, and 13.6 mi respectively from Dubai Intl. Those looking to explore during their layover in Dubai can rent a car from Dubai Intl for about $34 per day.

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

    The majority of Doha visitors spend their time at Museum of Islamic Art, Aspire Tower, and Katara Cultural Village. Those on a layover in Doha interested in visiting Museum of Islamic Art, Aspire Tower, or Katara Cultural Village can do so by traveling 5.2 mi, 10.6 mi, and 8.7 mi, respectively from Doha Hamad Intl. Travelers can book a car rental at Doha Hamad Intl for about $36 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Washington, D.C. to Chennai flights?

    Flights departing from Washington, D.C. and landing in Chennai layover in Frankfurt am Main least frequently. New Delhi is the second least popular location for layovers on flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Chennai?

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

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$737Average$1,038FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air IndiaCheapest$745Average$1,192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
EmiratesCheapest$756Average$1,183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$804Average$1,309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$811Average$1,146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Air FranceCheapest$863Average$916FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$1,030Average$1,299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,082Average$1,720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,088Average$1,398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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