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$554+ Cheap flights from Des Moines (DSM) 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 8/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MAA
Jul 6 — Jul 131
Sun 7/6
Sun 7/13
1 adult, Economy
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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 July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,233
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$554
(Etihad Airways)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,548
From Des Moines to Chennai
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 1, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/301:40 pmDSM - MAA
2 stops26h 40mQatar Airways
Tue 12/239:50 pmMAA - DSM
2 stops36h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/30$1,233
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/1011:25 amDSM - MAA
3 stops35h 00mLufthansa
Tue 7/157:50 pmMAA - DSM
3 stops32h 29mLufthansa
Deal found 6/30$1,487
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/3011:35 amDSM - MAA
3 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/64:00 pmMAA - DSM
3 stops35h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$1,514
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Tue 9/304:25 pmDSM - MAA
2 stops48h 35mBritish Airways
Tue 12/238:30 pmMAA - DSM
3 stops37h 06mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/1$1,910

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Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Tue 9/30

1:40 pm-2:50 am

2 stops26h 40m

Chennai

Tue 12/23

9:50 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops36h 00m

$1,233

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Sat 8/30

11:35 am-8:55 am

3 stops34h 50m

Chennai

Sat 9/6

4:00 pm-5:14 pm

3 stops35h 44m

$1,514

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Sat 8/30

6:51 pm-12:10 am

2 stops42h 49m

Chennai

Sat 9/6

7:50 pm-5:14 pm

3 stops31h 54m

$1,549

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Tue 9/30

4:25 pm-3:30 am

2 stops48h 35m

Chennai

Tue 12/23

8:30 pm-10:06 pm

3 stops37h 06m

$1,910

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Fri 8/15

7:32 am-8:30 am

2 stops38h 28m

$554

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Fri 8/15

8:00 am-12:10 am

3 stops29h 40m

$745

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Thu 8/14

3:38 pm-8:05 am

2 stops29h 57m

$2,464

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Deals found on 7/1

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Chennai (average of $943). Flying from Des Moines to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,531). 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 DSM to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines 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 July 1, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Des Moines to Chennai in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 28% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Des Moines to Chennai?

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 July 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Air Canada from Des Moines to Chennai. 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,285 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,285 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,285 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,595 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,285 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,669 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,285 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,203 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,285 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.
British Airways
6.6
Okay
7,086 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,285 reviews

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Des Moines 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 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 $1,233 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Lufthansa and British Airways, starting at $1,549 and $1,910 round-trip. Qatar Airways is 17% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • 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.

  • How can I find direct flights from Des Moines to Chennai?

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  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Chennai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Chennai (average of $943). Flying from Des Moines to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,531). 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 2 airlines flying from Des Moines to Chennai

Discover the top 2 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$1,212Average$1,573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,396Average$1,504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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