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$440+ Cheap flights from Durham, NC 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 7/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — MAA
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Durham to Chennai are usually found in April or March, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Durham to Chennai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Durham to Chennai flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,095
(Indian Eagle)

One-way from

$440
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,545
From Durham to Chennai
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Cheapest flights from Durham to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durham to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sun 8/176:00 amRDU - MAA
2 stops28h 40mEtihad Airways
Mon 9/810:00 pmMAA - RDU
2 stops29h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/11$1,095
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sun 9/75:45 pmRDU - MAA
2 stops23h 35mQatar Airways
Tue 10/149:50 pmMAA - RDU
2 stops28h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/11$1,101
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Fri 8/83:10 pmRDU - MAA
3 stops32h 15mLufthansa
Fri 9/56:40 amMAA - RDU
3 stops48h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 6/11$1,171
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/153:40 pmRDU - MAA
2 stops46h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 7/211:55 amMAA - RDU
2 stops46h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,191
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/159:00 amRDU - MAA
2 stops29h 40mAir Canada
Mon 7/211:55 amMAA - RDU
2 stops46h 54mAir Canada
Deal found 6/12$1,223

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Durham 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Durham to Chennai that are best for you.

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RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 8/17

6:00 am-8:10 pm

2 stops28h 40m

Chennai

Mon 9/8

10:00 pm-6:10 pm

2 stops29h 40m

$1,095

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 9/7

5:45 pm-2:50 am

2 stops23h 35m

Chennai

Tue 10/14

9:50 pm-4:50 pm

2 stops28h 30m

$1,101

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 8/8

3:10 pm-8:55 am

3 stops32h 15m

Chennai

Fri 9/5

6:40 am-9:15 pm

3 stops48h 05m

$1,171

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 7/15

3:40 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops46h 00m

Chennai

Mon 7/21

1:55 am-3:19 pm

2 stops46h 54m

$1,191

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 7/15

9:00 am-12:10 am

2 stops29h 40m

Chennai

Mon 7/21

1:55 am-3:19 pm

2 stops46h 54m

$1,223

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 7/4

5:44 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops43h 56m

Chennai

Tue 7/22

9:45 am-10:28 pm

2 stops46h 13m

$1,293

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 9/7

6:20 pm-3:30 am

1 stop23h 40m

Chennai

Tue 10/14

5:35 am-1:45 pm

1 stop41h 40m

$1,382

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 9/6

6:00 am-1:10 am

2 stops33h 40m

Chennai

Tue 10/14

10:00 am-2:07 pm

3 stops37h 37m

$1,385

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 7/21

5:07 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops36h 08m

$440

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 6/26

2:42 pm-5:15 am

2 stops29h 03m

$617

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Best time to book a flight from Durham to Chennai

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Durham to Chennai. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Durham to Chennai, you should look to book at least 39 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to Chennai (average of $943). Flying from Durham to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,538). 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 DU8 to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Durham 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 June 12, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Durham to Chennai as you normally would.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Durham to Chennai flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday 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 June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Durham to Chennai, such as Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and American Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

fa,May 2025

PHL - DOH

The best,the staff was experienced,cheerful, professional,I will use from now on more frequently American airlines
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

fa,May 2025

PHL - DOH

The best,the staff was experienced,cheerful, professional,I will use from now on more frequently American airlines
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,211 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

fa,May 2025

PHL - DOH

The best,the staff was experienced,cheerful, professional,I will use from now on more frequently American airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

fa,May 2025

PHL - DOH

The best,the staff was experienced,cheerful, professional,I will use from now on more frequently American airlines
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
781 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

fa,May 2025

PHL - DOH

The best,the staff was experienced,cheerful, professional,I will use from now on more frequently American airlines
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,531 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

fa,May 2025

PHL - DOH

The best,the staff was experienced,cheerful, professional,I will use from now on more frequently American airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Durham to Chennai. 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 into for flights to Chennai from Durham?

    Chennai (MAA), located 10.2 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Durham to Chennai. 8 airlines have flights to Chennai from Durham on a regular basis. Booking flights from Durham to Chennai should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Durham per day.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $617 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from $645 and Lufthansa from $695 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durham to Chennai (average of $943). Flying from Durham to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,538). 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 7 airlines flying from Durham to Chennai

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Durham 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$117Average$161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$816Average$1,175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$987Average$1,185FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,107Average$1,414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
LufthansaCheapest$1,177Average$1,483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,247Average$1,837FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air FranceCheapest$1,333Average$1,391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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