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$569+ Cheap flights from Atlanta (ATL) 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 5/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ATL — MAA
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Atlanta to Chennai

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Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,313
(oojo)

One-way from

$569
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

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September

Average price

$1,531
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Cheapest flights from Atlanta to Chennai
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This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 7/410:00 pmATL - MAA
1 stop25h 00mEtihad Airways
Wed 7/164:25 amMAA - ATL
1 stop21h 25mEtihad Airways
Deal found 4/30$1,313
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Wed 5/141:54 pmATL - MAA
3 stops34h 46mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/163:50 amMAA - ATL
3 stops36h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,317
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/27:30 pmATL - MAA
1 stop21h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 5/253:55 amMAA - ATL
2 stops40h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/29$1,318
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 7/204:05 pmATL - MAA
1 stop22h 35mLufthansa
Thu 8/281:55 amMAA - ATL
1 stop21h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 4/30$1,352
This Virgin Atlantic deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Virgin Atlantic is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/126:55 pmATL - MAA
2 stops24h 35mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 12/211:10 pmMAA - ATL
2 stops28h 00mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 4/30$1,393
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sat 5/105:30 amATL - MAA
2 stops34h 10mEthiopian Air
Thu 5/2210:00 amMAA - ATL
2 stops32h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/30$1,396
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/141:23 pmATL - MAA
2 stops28h 37mBritish Airways
Tue 6/105:35 amMAA - ATL
1 stop24h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/30$1,420
This Yatra.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Yatra.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/136:00 amATL - MAA
2 stops25h 05mAir India
Mon 7/78:40 pmMAA - ATL
2 stops27h 23mAir India
Deal found 4/30$1,428
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Mon 5/53:30 pmATL - MAA
2 stops31h 05mEmirates
Thu 6/54:00 amMAA - ATL
2 stops26h 54mEmirates
Deal found 4/30$1,491

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Atlanta to Chennai that are best for you.

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AtlantaChennai

ATL - MAA

ATLMAA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 7/4

10:00 pm-8:30 am

1 stop25h 00m

Chennai

Wed 7/16

4:25 am-4:20 pm

1 stop21h 25m

$1,313

AtlantaChennai

ATL - MAA

ATLMAA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 5/14

1:54 pm-10:10 am

3 stops34h 46m

Chennai

Fri 5/16

3:50 am-6:33 am

3 stops36h 13m

$1,317

AtlantaChennai

ATL - MAA

ATLMAA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 5/12

7:30 pm-2:50 am

1 stop21h 50m

Chennai

Tue 6/3

3:55 am-11:21 pm

2 stops28h 56m

$1,334

AtlantaChennai

ATL - MAA

ATLMAA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sun 7/20

4:05 pm-12:10 am

1 stop22h 35m

Chennai

Thu 8/28

1:55 am-2:20 pm

1 stop21h 55m

$1,352

AtlantaChennai

ATL - MAA

ATLMAA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 5/10

5:30 am-1:10 am

2 stops34h 10m

Chennai

Thu 5/22

10:00 am-8:55 am

2 stops32h 25m

$1,396

AtlantaChennai

ATL - MAA

ATLMAA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 5/14

1:23 pm-3:30 am

2 stops28h 37m

Chennai

Tue 6/10

5:35 am-8:30 pm

1 stop24h 25m

$1,420

AtlantaChennai

ATL - MAA

ATLMAA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 5/13

6:00 am-4:35 pm

2 stops25h 05m

Chennai

Mon 7/7

8:40 pm-2:33 pm

2 stops27h 23m

$1,428

AtlantaChennai

ATL - MAA

ATLMAA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 5/12

11:59 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops32h 06m

Chennai

Thu 6/5

8:10 pm-5:20 pm

2 stops30h 40m

$1,443

AtlantaChennai

ATL - MAA

ATLMAA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 5/28

3:44 pm-5:20 am

3 stops52h 06m

Chennai

Fri 7/4

3:25 pm-5:49 pm

3 stops35h 54m

$1,564

AtlantaChennai

ATL - MAA

ATLMAA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 5/13

9:45 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops28h 45m

Chennai

Mon 7/7

10:30 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops30h 50m

$1,577

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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 Atlanta to Chennai in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 Atlanta-Chennai flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Atlanta-Chennai flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Atlanta-Chennai flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Atlanta-Chennai flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant 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 Atlanta-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 Atlanta to Chennai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chennai from Atlanta with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Atlanta to Chennai

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Atlanta to Chennai. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Atlanta to Chennai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 56 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 Atlanta to Chennai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to Chennai (average of $943). Flying from Atlanta to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,617). 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 ATL to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Atlanta 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 May 1, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Atlanta to Chennai in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 20% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Atlanta to Chennai flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday 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 May 1, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Atlanta to Chennai, such as Singapore Airlines, Emirates and SWISS. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,215 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,588 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,563 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,203 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,292 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Atlanta 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 Atlanta to Chennai round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Atlanta to Chennai is Etihad Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,313 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qatar Airways and Lufthansa, starting at $1,334 and $1,352 round-trip. Etihad Airways is currently priced 5% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Atlanta to Chennai one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Atlanta to Chennai are Etihad Airways ($625), Lufthansa ($695), and Qatar Airways ($748).

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

    Atlanta to Chennai flights have a layover in Doha most often. Frankfurt am Main sees the next most layovers on Atlanta to Chennai flights. Frankfurt am Main is followed by Abu Dhabi in terms of the most popular layover location for Atlanta to Chennai flights.

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

    Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village, and Aspire Tower are the most popular attractions in Doha if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Those on a layover in Doha interested in visiting Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village, or Aspire Tower can do so by traveling 5.2 mi, 8.7 mi, and 10.6 mi, respectively from Doha Hamad Intl. Those on a layover in Doha in need of a rental car can book one at Doha Hamad Intl for about $29.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Frankfurt am Main?

    The majority of Frankfurt am Main visitors spend their time at Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Konstablerwache. Römerberg, Hauptwache and Konstablerwache are located about 7.4 mi, 7.4 mi, and 7.7 mi, respectively from Frankfurt am Main if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their layover in Frankfurt am Main can rent a car from Frankfurt am Main for about $43 per day.

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

    Emirates Palace, Emirates Park Zoo, and Sheikh Zayed Mosque are currently the most popular points of interest in Abu Dhabi. Emirates Palace, Emirates Park Zoo, and Sheikh Zayed Mosque can be visited by traveling about 21.1 mi, 7.9 mi, and 11.2 mi respectively from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl. Travelers can rent a car at Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl for an average daily rate of $24 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

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

    Atlanta to Chennai flights that have layovers will least frequently stop in Paris. London is the second least popular location for layovers on flights from Atlanta to Chennai.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to Chennai (average of $943). Flying from Atlanta to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,617). 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 Atlanta to Chennai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Atlanta 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$859Average$1,411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
IndiGoCheapest$865Average$1,227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
LufthansaCheapest$996Average$1,495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$996Average$1,217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Ethiopian AirCheapest$1,112Average$1,590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,114Average$1,379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
EmiratesCheapest$1,145Average$1,175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Oman AirCheapest$1,166Average$1,572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air FranceCheapest$1,166Average$1,378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,280Average$1,640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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