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$602+ 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 1/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MAA
Dec 10 — Dec 171
Tue 12/10
Tue 12/17
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 December 5, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Round-trip from

$1,244
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$602
(Etihad Airways)
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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 December 5, 2024.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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.
Mon 12/166:41 amDSM - MAA
2 stops56h 14mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/297:00 amMAA - DSM
3 stops42h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/4$2,618
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/166:41 amDSM - MAA
2 stops56h 14mQatar Airways
Sat 12/283:45 amMAA - DSM
2 stops31h 11mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/4$2,780
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/2911:29 amDSM - MAA
3 stops32h 16mLufthansa
Sun 1/59:00 pmMAA - DSM
3 stops36h 22mLufthansa
Deal found 12/3$4,284
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/213:11 pmDSM - MAA
2 stops23h 34mEmirates
Tue 12/319:45 amMAA - DSM
2 stops47h 37mEmirates
Deal found 12/5$4,318
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/168:00 amDSM - MAA
3 stops28h 35mAir Canada
Sat 12/281:45 amMAA - DSM
3 stops27h 39mAir Canada
Deal found 12/4$5,580

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 2,924,186 searches. Data last updated December 5, 2024.

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DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Thu 3/20

11:35 am-12:05 am

2 stops26h 00m

Chennai

Thu 4/10

1:55 am-9:52 pm

2 stops30h 27m

$1,244

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Thu 3/20

6:10 am-2:25 am

2 stops33h 45m

Chennai

Fri 4/11

4:05 am-9:40 pm

2 stops28h 05m

$1,427

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Sun 1/19

3:28 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops41h 12m

Chennai

Sat 1/25

3:45 am-10:30 pm

2 stops30h 15m

$1,876

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Thu 3/20

2:52 pm-7:15 am

3 stops29h 53m

Chennai

Fri 4/11

5:35 am-9:40 pm

2 stops26h 35m

$2,034

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Sun 1/19

7:15 am-8:20 pm

2 stops25h 35m

$602

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Sun 1/19

8:00 am-12:05 am

3 stops28h 35m

$749

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Sun 1/19

3:28 pm-2:15 am

2 stops23h 17m

$754

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Deals found on 12/5

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

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Travel insights for flights from Des Moines to Chennai

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

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 December 5, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Des Moines to Chennai in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 31% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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 5, 2024.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,455 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

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
3,455 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,455 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

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
3,811 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,455 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

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.

Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,223 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,455 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

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.

Air Canada
7.0
Good
8,309 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,455 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

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.

Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,134 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,455 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

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 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 Lufthansa. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $1,244 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qatar Airways and Emirates, starting at $1,427 and $1,876 round-trip. Lufthansa is 24% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $749 on Air Canada. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Etihad Airways from $752 and Emirates from $754 one-way.

  • 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?

    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.

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Chennai (average of $924). Flying from Des Moines 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 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 2,924,186 searches. Data last updated December 5, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapest$1,250Average$1,668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,251Average$1,656FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$1,269Average$1,359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$1,920Average$2,085FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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