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$583+ Cheap flights from Chennai (MAA) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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 2/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — WAS
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Chennai to Washington, D.C. are usually found in October or March, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Sunday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chennai (MAA) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 18, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$892
(Justfly.com)

One-way from

$583
(oojo)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,211
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Cheapest flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This Lufthansa 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/251:45 amMAA - IAD
1 stop24h 35mLufthansa
Tue 3/256:50 pmIAD - MAA
1 stop19h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 12/17$1,071
This Justfly.com 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/266:10 pmMAA - IAD
2 stops36h 05mBritish Airways
Tue 3/257:00 pmIAD - MAA
2 stops31h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/17$1,085
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/251:45 amMAA - IAD
1 stop24h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/252:35 pmIAD - MAA
2 stops24h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$1,117
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.
Thu 12/269:30 pmMAA - IAD
1 stop29h 25mEtihad Airways
Tue 3/2510:30 pmIAD - MAA
1 stop36h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/17$1,170
This Emirates 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/173:45 amMAA - IAD
1 stop38h 30mEmirates
Wed 1/810:30 amIAD - MAA
1 stop23h 10mEmirates
Deal found 12/17$1,183
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/301:45 amMAA - IAD
2 stops30h 06mAir Canada
Thu 1/238:18 amIAD - MAA
2 stops29h 17mAir Canada
Deal found 12/16$1,613
This British Airways 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/187:35 amMAA - DCA
2 stops25h 33mBritish Airways
Wed 1/85:59 pmDCA - MAA
2 stops49h 06mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/17$1,731
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/301:45 amMAA - DCA
2 stops28h 42mAir Canada
Thu 1/236:00 amDCA - MAA
2 stops31h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 12/16$1,794
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 amMAA - IAD
2 stops32h 30mEthiopian Air
Tue 1/2110:00 amIAD - MAA
1 stop35h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/16$1,820
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/314:55 pmMAA - DCA
2 stops28h 04mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/2311:10 amDCA - MAA
2 stops26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$1,821
This Qatar Airways 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/173:30 amMAA - DCA
2 stops25h 23mQatar Airways
Wed 1/86:00 pmDCA - MAA
2 stops21h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/17$2,001
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/3111:00 pmMAA - IAD
2 stops47h 45mTurkish Airlines
Fri 1/249:25 pmIAD - MAA
2 stops28h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 12/16$2,007

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C. 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 18, 2024.

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ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Wed 4/16

5:35 am-8:10 pm

1 stop24h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/15

5:50 pm-3:30 am

1 stop24h 10m

$887

ChennaiBaltimore

MAA - BWI

MAABWI

Chennai

Tue 4/15

5:35 am-7:35 pm

1 stop23h 30m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 9/15

9:20 pm-3:30 am

1 stop20h 40m

$892

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Sun 3/2

9:50 am-4:25 pm

1 stop41h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/20

10:00 pm-3:10 pm

1 stop31h 40m

$903

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - DCA

MAADCA

Chennai

Mon 5/19

5:35 am-10:08 am

2 stops38h 03m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/2

4:34 pm-3:30 am

2 stops25h 26m

$938

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Tue 4/15

1:55 am-3:13 pm

2 stops22h 48m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/15

9:55 am-12:10 am

2 stops28h 45m

$982

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Tue 4/15

1:55 am-3:00 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/17

6:10 pm-12:10 am

1 stop20h 30m

$983

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Wed 4/16

1:55 am-3:00 pm

1 stop22h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/16

1:56 pm-12:10 am

2 stops24h 44m

$1,023

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - DCA

MAADCA

Chennai

Thu 5/22

1:55 am-9:08 pm

2 stops28h 43m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 8/20

6:00 am-12:10 am

2 stops32h 40m

$1,033

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Thu 4/17

8:25 am-8:45 am

2 stops33h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 9/14

9:05 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops31h 10m

$1,269

ChennaiBaltimore

MAA - BWI

MAABWI

Chennai

Thu 1/30

3:50 am-7:10 pm

2 stops25h 50m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 2/7

8:00 am-2:45 am

2 stops32h 15m

$1,304

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

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Travel insights for flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C.

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

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Chennai to Washington, D.C. may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 60 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Washington, D.C. (average of $299). Flying from Chennai to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $377). 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.

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated December 18, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Chennai to Washington, D.C., see what other customers have to say about Etihad Airways, British Airways and Emirates. 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
3,412 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,329 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
841 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,798 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,412 reviews

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chennai to Washington, D.C.. 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 from for flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C.?

    Located just 10.2 mi from the city center, Chennai is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Washington, D.C. from Chennai. Booking flights from Chennai (MAA) to Washington, D.C. should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Washington, D.C. from 6 different airlines.

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

    Currently priced at $892, British Airways will fly you from Chennai to Washington, D.C. and back. In addition to British Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Etihad Airways and Air Canada - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $903 and $1,033, respectively. British Airways is currently priced 27% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $583 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 IndiGo and American Airlines, with prices starting from $587 and $684, respectively.

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

    Most travelers choose Chennai - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Chennai - Baltimore/Washington or Chennai - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National when deciding on the best route from Chennai to Washington, D.C..

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

    Flights departing from Chennai and landing in Washington, D.C. layover in Abu Dhabi most frequently.

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

    Emirates Palace, Emirates Park Zoo, and Etihad Towers 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, 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 on a layover in Abu Dhabi in need of a rental car can book one at Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl for about $29.

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

    Chennai to Washington, D.C. flights have a layover in Dubai the least frequently.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Washington, D.C. (average of $299). Flying from Chennai to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $377). 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 6 airlines flying from Chennai to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C.. 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 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest$835Average$1,266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$981Average$1,277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$992Average$1,219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,096Average$1,247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,108Average$1,265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$1,165Average$1,349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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