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$543+ Cheap flights from Iowa 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 1/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — MAA
Jan 8 — Jan 151
Thu 1/8
Thu 1/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Chennai

Cheapest flights from Iowa to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 9, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Mon 12/297:28 pmCID - MAA
2 stops43h 22mQatar Airways
Mon 1/123:25 amMAA - CID
2 stops29h 36mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/7$1,776
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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.
Mon 12/156:00 pmDSM - MAA
2 stops44h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 12/214:05 amMAA - DSM
2 stops31h 23mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/8$1,921
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Tue 12/166:00 pmDSM - MAA
2 stops44h 50mQatar Airways
Sat 12/273:25 amMAA - DSM
2 stops31h 53mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/7$2,159
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/295:28 pmCID - MAA
3 stops51h 47mLufthansa
Tue 1/136:00 pmMAA - CID
3 stops39h 04mLufthansa
Deal found 12/7$2,228
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Tue 12/166:00 pmDSM - MAA
2 stops44h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 12/284:05 amMAA - DSM
2 stops55h 13mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/7$2,324
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 12/223:28 pmDSM - MAA
2 stops47h 22mQatar Airways
Sat 12/273:25 amMAA - DSM
2 stops31h 53mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/7$2,359
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Wed 12/175:00 amDSM - MAA
2 stops33h 50mQatar Airways
Sat 12/273:25 amMAA - DSM
2 stops31h 53mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/7$2,501
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 12/223:28 pmDSM - MAA
2 stops47h 22mQatar Airways
Sun 12/284:05 amMAA - DSM
2 stops55h 13mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/7$2,525
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Wed 12/175:00 amDSM - MAA
2 stops33h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 12/283:25 amMAA - DSM
2 stops55h 53mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/7$2,667
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Thu 12/186:00 amDSM - MAA
2 stops32h 50mQatar Airways
Sat 12/273:25 amMAA - DSM
2 stops31h 53mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/7$2,732
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Tue 12/166:00 pmDSM - MAA
2 stops44h 50mQatar Airways
Mon 12/293:25 amMAA - DSM
2 stops31h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/7$2,753
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 12/205:40 amDSM - MAA
2 stops33h 10mQatar Airways
Sat 12/273:25 amMAA - DSM
2 stops31h 53mQatar Airways
Deal found 12/7$2,770

Find flight deals from Iowa to Chennai

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One-way from

$543
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa 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 December 9, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Chennai that are best for you.

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OmahaChennai

OMA - MAA

OMAMAA

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 1/21

7:00 am-7:55 pm

2 stops25h 25m

Chennai

Mon 1/26

4:10 pm-5:42 pm

2 stops37h 02m

$972

OmahaChennai

OMA - MAA

OMAMAA

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 3/10

7:00 am-7:55 pm

2 stops26h 25m

Chennai

Tue 3/24

9:40 pm-2:09 pm

2 stops26h 59m

$972

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Thu 1/22

11:30 am-12:05 am

2 stops25h 05m

Chennai

Wed 1/28

1:50 am-5:47 pm

2 stops27h 27m

$987

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Mon 1/19

11:30 am-12:05 am

2 stops25h 05m

Chennai

Sun 1/25

1:50 am-9:50 pm

2 stops31h 30m

$987

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Wed 1/21

7:00 am-7:55 pm

2 stops25h 25m

Chennai

Wed 1/28

4:10 pm-11:12 am

2 stops30h 32m

$1,002

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Thu 1/22

7:00 am-7:55 pm

2 stops25h 25m

Chennai

Thu 1/29

4:10 pm-11:12 am

2 stops30h 32m

$1,003

Des MoinesChennai

DSM - MAA

DSMMAA

Des Moines

Fri 1/23

7:00 am-2:30 am

2 stops32h 00m

Chennai

Fri 1/30

10:00 am-9:04 pm

2 stops46h 34m

$1,024

OmahaChennai

OMA - MAA

OMAMAA

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 1/21

7:00 am-7:55 pm

2 stops25h 25m

Chennai

Sun 1/25

3:45 pm-11:33 am

2 stops31h 18m

$1,032

OmahaChennai

OMA - MAA

OMAMAA

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 3/17

7:00 am-7:55 pm

2 stops26h 25m

Chennai

Sat 4/11

4:35 pm-9:56 pm

2 stops39h 51m

$1,032

OmahaChennai

OMA - MAA

OMAMAA

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Tue 3/10

11:30 am-8:45 am

3 stops34h 45m

Chennai

Tue 3/24

1:50 am-11:30 pm

2 stops32h 10m

$1,058

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Iowa to Chennai

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from IA to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa 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 9, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Iowa to Chennai in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 24% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Iowa 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 Iowa?

    Chennai (MAA) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Iowa to Chennai. It is only a 10.2 mi journey from Chennai (MAA) to Chennai’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Iowa to Chennai?

    There are many flights that can get you from Iowa to Chennai in 25h 05m. Fly via Lufthansa or Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. Iowa and Chennai are separated by a distance of 8643 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Iowa to Chennai?

    The most popular route from Iowa to Chennai is Omaha Eppley Airfield - Chennai. You may also consider Des Moines - Chennai or Cedar Rapids - Chennai.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Iowa 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.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Iowa to Chennai

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Iowa 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 December 9, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,176Average$1,461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
LufthansaCheapest$1,241Average$1,652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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