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Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) to Chennai (MAA) from $1,284

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap flight deals from Des Moines to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) 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 April 26, 2024.

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Average price

$1,616

Round-trip from

$986
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Chennai?

Users have found that flying from Des Moines to Chennai on a Monday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Chennai?

August can be a great time to fly to Chennai from Des Moines with a flight ticket averaging about $1,855. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of August for as cheap as $1,167. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of November.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Chennai (DSM - MAA)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Des Moines to Chennai in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 30% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Qatar Airways flights from Des Moines to Chennai

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qatar Airways for the route between Des Moines and Chennai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Qatar Airways flights heading from Des Moines to Chennai. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Tue 7/305:00 amDSM - MAA
2 stops35h 20mQatar Airways
Tue 9/174:20 amMAA - DSM
2 stops27h 44mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/25$1,377
Sat 7/2012:30 pmDSM - MAA
2 stops28h 00mQatar Airways
Sat 8/244:05 amMAA - DSM
2 stops30h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/24$1,690

Cheap Lufthansa flights from Des Moines to Chennai

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Lufthansa for the route between Des Moines and Chennai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Lufthansa flights we've found from Des Moines to Chennai. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Tue 7/3011:21 amDSM - MAA
3 stops33h 29mLufthansa
Tue 9/175:25 pmMAA - DSM
3 stops38h 47mLufthansa
Deal found 4/25$1,807
Sat 6/1511:30 amDSM - MAA
3 stops33h 20mLufthansa
Tue 7/29:15 pmMAA - DSM
3 stops34h 59mLufthansa
Deal found 4/26$1,815
Tue 7/306:50 pmDSM - MAA
2 stops42h 50mLufthansa
Tue 9/175:25 pmMAA - DSM
3 stops38h 47mLufthansa
Deal found 4/25$1,832
Fri 6/1411:30 amDSM - MAA
3 stops33h 20mLufthansa
Tue 7/29:15 pmMAA - DSM
3 stops31h 06mLufthansa
Deal found 4/26$1,833
Tue 7/306:50 pmDSM - MAA
2 stops42h 50mLufthansa
Mon 9/161:50 amMAA - DSM
2 stops30h 22mLufthansa
Deal found 4/25$1,900
Sat 6/1511:30 amDSM - MAA
3 stops34h 55mLufthansa
Mon 7/11:50 amMAA - DSM
3 stops30h 24mLufthansa
Deal found 4/26$1,906
Fri 6/1411:30 amDSM - MAA
3 stops33h 20mLufthansa
Mon 7/11:50 amMAA - DSM
3 stops30h 24mLufthansa
Deal found 4/26$2,174
Sat 6/1511:30 amDSM - MAA
3 stops33h 20mLufthansa
Mon 7/11:50 amMAA - DSM
2 stops26h 31mLufthansa
Deal found 4/26$2,237
Fri 6/1411:30 amDSM - MAA
3 stops33h 20mLufthansa
Mon 7/11:50 amMAA - DSM
2 stops50h 31mLufthansa
Deal found 4/26$2,282

Des Moines to Chennai 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Des Moines and Chennai in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Des Moines to Chennai in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Wed 11/1311:30 amDSM - MAA
2 stops25h 10mLufthansa
Sat 11/161:50 amMAA - DSM
2 stops26h 43mLufthansa
Deal found 4/24$1,284
Wed 11/1311:30 amDSM - MAA
2 stops25h 10mLufthansa
Sat 11/161:50 amMAA - DSM
2 stops26h 43mLufthansa
Deal found 4/25$1,353
Wed 11/133:15 pmDSM - MAA
2 stops23h 30mEmirates
Sun 11/179:45 amMAA - DSM
2 stops46h 36mEmirates
Deal found 4/25$1,365
Tue 7/305:00 amDSM - MAA
2 stops35h 20mQatar Airways
Tue 9/174:20 amMAA - DSM
2 stops27h 44mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/25$1,377
Sat 7/2012:30 pmDSM - MAA
2 stops28h 00mQatar Airways
Sat 8/244:05 amMAA - DSM
2 stops30h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/24$1,690
Tue 7/3011:21 amDSM - MAA
3 stops33h 29mLufthansa
Tue 9/175:25 pmMAA - DSM
3 stops38h 47mLufthansa
Deal found 4/25$1,807
Sat 6/1511:30 amDSM - MAA
3 stops33h 20mLufthansa
Tue 7/29:15 pmMAA - DSM
3 stops34h 59mLufthansa
Deal found 4/26$1,815
Tue 7/306:50 pmDSM - MAA
2 stops42h 50mLufthansa
Tue 9/175:25 pmMAA - DSM
3 stops38h 47mLufthansa
Deal found 4/25$1,832
Fri 6/1411:30 amDSM - MAA
3 stops33h 20mLufthansa
Tue 7/29:15 pmMAA - DSM
3 stops31h 06mLufthansa
Deal found 4/26$1,833

Find flights from Des Moines to Chennai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines 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 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.

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$1,377 - $2,532

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Return

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Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Tue 7/30

2 stops35h 20m

Chennai

Tue 9/17

2 stops27h 44m

$1,377

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Sat 7/20

2 stops28h 00m

Chennai

Sat 8/24

2 stops30h 10m

$1,690

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Tue 7/30

3 stops33h 29m

Chennai

Tue 9/17

3 stops38h 47m

$1,807

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Sat 6/15

3 stops33h 20m

Chennai

Tue 7/2

3 stops34h 59m

$1,815

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Tue 7/30

2 stops42h 50m

Chennai

Tue 9/17

3 stops38h 47m

$1,832

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Fri 6/14

3 stops33h 20m

Chennai

Tue 7/2

3 stops31h 06m

$1,833

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Fri 6/14

2 stops46h 51m

Chennai

Tue 7/2

2 stops53h 00m

$2,121

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Sat 6/15

2 stops46h 49m

Chennai

Tue 7/2

2 stops26h 53m

$2,209

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Tue 7/30

3 stops53h 25m

Chennai

Mon 9/16

3 stops43h 13m

$2,532

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When is the cheapest time to fly from Des Moines to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Chennai. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Des Moines to Chennai flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Chennai by month

Plan your trip from Des Moines to Chennai by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Des Moines to Chennai is currently $0 while a round-trip flight costs $1,913. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Chennai (average of $987). Flying from Des Moines to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,695). 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.

January

$1,100

February

$1,083

March

$1,096

April

$1,108

May

$1,208

June

$1,695

July

$1,504

August

$1,150

September

$987

October

$1,052

November

$1,205

December

$1,561

Temperature and rainfall in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MAA

Temperature

77 - 91.4 °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 April 26, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Des Moines to Chennai, see what other customers have to say about Qatar Airways, Lufthansa and Air Canada. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,467 reviews
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Comfort

7.7

Food

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was slow in the flight from iad to doh. The entertainment was not working in the flight from doh to ccu

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,467 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,467 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was slow in the flight from iad to doh. The entertainment was not working in the flight from doh to ccu

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,889 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,467 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was slow in the flight from iad to doh. The entertainment was not working in the flight from doh to ccu

Air Canada
7.0
Good
6,864 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,467 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was slow in the flight from iad to doh. The entertainment was not working in the flight from doh to ccu

Lufthansa
7.0
Good
7,742 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,467 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was slow in the flight from iad to doh. The entertainment was not working in the flight from doh to ccu

British Airways
6.8
Okay
6,915 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,467 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.5

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Service was slow in the flight from iad to doh. The entertainment was not working in the flight from doh to ccu

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Des Moines to Chennai for under $1,400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Des Moines to Chennai for under $1,400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Qatar Airways for just $1,377, but on average you can expect to pay $2,147.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Des Moines to Chennai is Qatar Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,377 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Lufthansa and American Airlines, starting at $1,807 and $2,121 round-trip. Qatar Airways is 25% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Des Moines to Chennai?

    Before booking your flight from Des Moines to Chennai check out the most popular airlines for this route: American Airlines, Emirates or Lufthansa.

  • What does DSM to MAA mean?

    Great question - DSM to MAA just means Des Moines Airport to Chennai Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Chennai that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Des Moines to Chennai flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

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    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Des Moines to Chennai flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Des Moines 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Des Moines to Chennai that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Des Moines to Chennai offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Des Moines to Chennai?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Des Moines to Chennai flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Des Moines to Chennai flight deals updated?

    The Des Moines to Chennai flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/26.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Des Moines to Chennai

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Des Moines 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 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
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LufthansaCheapest$1,250Average$1,758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,251Average$1,643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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