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$972+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis (IND) to Chennai (MAA)

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 1/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IND — MAA
Feb 1 — Feb 81
Sun 2/1
Sun 2/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Indianapolis to Chennai

Best flights from Indianapolis to Chennai
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Indianapolis to Chennai that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated January 2, 2026.

This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/127:00 amIND - MAA
2 stops40h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/3010:00 amMAA - IND
2 stops42h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/31$972
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 2/155:44 pmIND - MAA
2 stops25h 21mBritish Airways
Sun 2/228:30 pmMAA - IND
3 stops32h 44mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/31$1,602
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/272:20 pmIND - MAA
2 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/49:40 pmMAA - IND
2 stops25h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/31$972
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/159:26 amIND - MAA
2 stops30h 34mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/2210:00 amMAA - IND
2 stops39h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/31$972
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/23:53 pmIND - MAA
2 stops27h 12mBritish Airways
Wed 3/117:35 amMAA - IND
2 stops26h 11mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/30$4,171

Find flight deals from Indianapolis to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Indianapolis (IND) 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 January 2, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$972
(Etihad Airways)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,190
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Indianapolis 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 January 2, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Indianapolis to Chennai that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

IndianapolisChennai

IND - MAA

INDMAA

Indianapolis

Mon 1/12

7:00 am-9:30 am

2 stops40h 00m

Chennai

Fri 1/30

10:00 am-5:48 pm

2 stops42h 18m

$972

IndianapolisChennai

IND - MAA

INDMAA

Indianapolis

Tue 1/27

2:20 pm-8:10 am

2 stops31h 20m

Chennai

Wed 2/4

9:40 pm-12:57 pm

2 stops25h 47m

$972

IndianapolisChennai

IND - MAA

INDMAA

Indianapolis

Sun 2/15

9:26 am-2:30 am

2 stops30h 34m

Chennai

Sun 2/22

10:00 am-3:20 pm

2 stops39h 50m

$972

IndianapolisChennai

IND - MAA

INDMAA

Indianapolis

Sun 2/15

5:44 pm-5:35 am

2 stops25h 21m

Chennai

Sun 2/22

8:30 pm-6:44 pm

3 stops32h 44m

$1,602

IndianapolisChennai

IND - MAA

INDMAA

Indianapolis

Mon 3/2

3:53 pm-5:35 am

2 stops27h 12m

Chennai

Wed 3/11

7:35 am-12:16 am

2 stops26h 11m

$4,171

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Deals found on 12/31

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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 Indianapolis to Chennai in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 Indianapolis-Chennai flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Indianapolis-Chennai flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Indianapolis-Chennai flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Indianapolis-Chennai flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Indianapolis-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 Indianapolis to Chennai

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Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Indianapolis to Chennai

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Chennai (average of $819). Flying from Indianapolis to Chennai in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,277). 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 IND to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Indianapolis 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 January 2, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Indianapolis to Chennai is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 17% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Indianapolis to Chennai. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Indianapolis to Chennai flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 January 2, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qatar Airways and Lufthansa from Indianapolis to Chennai by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,700 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,700 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,700 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,675 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,700 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

Related info for your journey

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

    Currently priced at $975, Qatar Airways will fly you from Indianapolis to Chennai and back. In addition to Qatar Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Lufthansa for as low as $1,190. Qatar Airways is currently priced 28% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Chennai (average of $819). Flying from Indianapolis to Chennai in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,277). 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 Indianapolis to Chennai

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Indianapolis 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 January 2, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$975Average$1,334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
LufthansaCheapest$1,190Average$1,351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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