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$303+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) 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 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — MAA
May 4 — May 111
Sun 5/4
Sun 5/11
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Chennai are usually found in September or October, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$697
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$303
(oojo)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$903

Good one-way deal

$2,611 or less
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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 29, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Fri 10/103:45 pmJFK - MAA
1 stop31h 15mEtihad Airways
Fri 10/319:30 pmMAA - JFK
1 stop28h 15mEtihad Airways
Deal found 4/27$696
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/1111:10 amJFK - MAA
1 stop23h 30mAir India
Mon 6/97:50 pmMAA - JFK
1 stop21h 35mAir India
Deal found 4/29$697
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/510:00 pmJFK - MAA
1 stop19h 20mQatar Airways
Sun 6/13:55 amMAA - JFK
1 stop20h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/28$707
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Mon 8/182:50 pmJFK - MAA
1 stop23h 55mCathay Pacific
Mon 9/81:30 amMAA - JFK
1 stop45h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/29$731
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/29:10 pmJFK - MAA
1 stop27h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/111:15 pmMAA - JFK
1 stop26h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$822
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Sun 5/41:20 amJFK - MAA
1 stop40h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/25:45 amMAA - JFK
2 stops36h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$829

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Customize your flight search to find flights from John F Kennedy Intl 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 April 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai that are best for you.

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New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 10/10

3:45 pm-8:30 am

1 stop31h 15m

Chennai

Fri 10/31

9:30 pm-4:15 pm

1 stop28h 15m

$696

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 5/11

11:10 am-8:10 pm

1 stop23h 30m

Chennai

Mon 6/9

7:50 pm-7:55 am

1 stop21h 35m

$697

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 10/20

1:20 am-9:10 am

1 stop22h 20m

Chennai

Wed 11/5

9:50 pm-2:50 pm

1 stop27h 30m

$712

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/18

2:50 pm-12:15 am

1 stop23h 55m

Chennai

Tue 9/9

1:30 am-1:10 pm

1 stop45h 10m

$731

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 5/15

9:00 pm-5:15 am

1 stop22h 45m

Chennai

Sat 5/24

3:45 pm-6:05 am

1 stop23h 50m

$822

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 8/24

3:45 pm-12:10 am

1 stop22h 55m

Chennai

Fri 9/12

8:40 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops25h 40m

$836

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 10/20

5:30 pm-12:10 am

2 stops21h 10m

Chennai

Tue 11/4

1:45 am-8:10 pm

1 stop28h 55m

$851

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 9/5

4:15 pm-8:55 am

2 stops31h 10m

Chennai

Sun 9/21

8:40 pm-12:50 pm

2 stops25h 40m

$889

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/7

8:55 am-8:55 am

1 stop38h 30m

$303

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/5

2:00 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop20h 30m

$363

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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 John F Kennedy Intl to Chennai in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
GurufarePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Chennai flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Chennai flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Chennai flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-Chennai flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport-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 John F Kennedy Intl to Chennai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chennai from John F Kennedy Intl with our price prediction graph.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from John F Kennedy Intl to Chennai. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai is 43 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai (average of $943). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,660). 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 JFK to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from John F Kennedy Intl 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 April 29, 2025.

When flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 22% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons 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 April 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Cathay Pacific, SWISS and Qatar Airways from New York 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.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
852 reviews

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

BOS - HKG

It would have been nice to understand the dates of takeoff! We missed our flight and now have to pay an extra $454.00 Very stressful and not easy to check in or get information
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
852 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
852 reviews

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

BOS - HKG

It would have been nice to understand the dates of takeoff! We missed our flight and now have to pay an extra $454.00 Very stressful and not easy to check in or get information
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,588 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
852 reviews

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

BOS - HKG

It would have been nice to understand the dates of takeoff! We missed our flight and now have to pay an extra $454.00 Very stressful and not easy to check in or get information
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,563 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
852 reviews

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

BOS - HKG

It would have been nice to understand the dates of takeoff! We missed our flight and now have to pay an extra $454.00 Very stressful and not easy to check in or get information
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,203 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
852 reviews

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

BOS - HKG

It would have been nice to understand the dates of takeoff! We missed our flight and now have to pay an extra $454.00 Very stressful and not easy to check in or get information
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
852 reviews

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.2

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

BOS - HKG

It would have been nice to understand the dates of takeoff! We missed our flight and now have to pay an extra $454.00 Very stressful and not easy to check in or get information

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chennai from New York John F Kennedy Intl?

    Most people fly into Chennai (MAA) if they book a flight to Chennai from New York John F Kennedy Intl. On average, Chennai has 0 inbound flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl per day from 16 airlines. Chennai is conveniently located just 10.2 mi from Chennai’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai round-trip?

    According to our current data, Air India ($697), Qatar Airways ($707), and Etihad Airways ($719) offers the cheapest pricing from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai. Air India is 34% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $303 on Air India. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $423 and IndiGo from $452 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai?

    On average you can expect to pay $2,611 for a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai. The cheapest flight overall is $2,154 while the most popular route, (New York John F Kennedy Intl - Chennai) is currently priced at $603.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai?

    New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai flights have a layover in Abu Dhabi most of the time. Abu Dhabi is followed by Dubai in terms of the most popular layover location on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai. Mumbai comes in third as the most popular layover location on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Abu Dhabi?

    Emirates Palace, Emirates Park Zoo, and Sheikh Zayed Mosque are currently the most popular points of interest in Abu Dhabi at the moment. Emirates Palace, Emirates Park Zoo, and Sheikh Zayed Mosque are located about 21.1 mi, 7.9 mi, and 11.2 mi, respectively from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl. Those landing in Abu Dhabi looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $23 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Dubai?

    Dubai travelers tend to visit Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, and Burj Al Arab more than any other notable places. Dubai Mall, Burj Khalifa, and Burj Al Arab can be accessed by traveling approximately 6.5 mi, 6.8 mi, and 13.6 mi, respectively from Dubai Intl. Travelers can rent a car at Dubai Intl for an average daily rate of $30 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Mumbai?

    If you're on a layover in Mumbai and looking for things to do, consider visiting Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, or Shri Swaminarayan Mandir. Those on a layover in Mumbai interested in visiting Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, or Shri Swaminarayan Mandir can do so by traveling 11.7 mi, 10.5 mi, and 9.7 mi, respectively from Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl. Those on a layover in Mumbai in need of a rental car can book one at Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl for about $44.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai flights?

    The least popular layover on flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai is Frankfurt am Main. Doha follows Frankfurt am Main in terms of the least common layover location on New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai flights. New Delhi comes next as the third least popular layover location for New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai flights.

  • Can I find deals for flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on John F Kennedy Intl to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Chennai?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai (average of $943). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,660). 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 10 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Chennai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from John F Kennedy Intl 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 April 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest$598Average$908FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Air CanadaCheapest$692Average$1,234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Kuwait AirwaysCheapest$725Average$929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
Cathay PacificCheapest$750Average$801FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
EmiratesCheapest$771Average$1,070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$782Average$1,206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$808Average$1,172FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
LufthansaCheapest$816Average$1,346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$880Average$1,254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
British AirwaysCheapest$959Average$1,330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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