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$364+ Cheap flights from John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK) to Chennai (MAA)

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JFK — MAA
Oct 11 — Oct 181
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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 54 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$696
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$364
(Indian Eagle)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$778

Good one-way deal

$2,611 or less
From New York John F Kennedy Intl to Chennai
One-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Chennai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($145 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($50 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a one-way flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Chennai.

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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 September 11, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/199:00 pmJFK - MAA
1 stop22h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/43:45 pmMAA - JFK
1 stop23h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/8$696
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/229:00 pmJFK - MAA
1 stop27h 35mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/54:00 pmMAA - JFK
1 stop24h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$697
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 10/3112:55 pmJFK - MAA
1 stop22h 15mGulf Air
Thu 4/306:00 amMAA - JFK
1 stop38h 25mGulf Air
Deal found 9/9$698
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/33:00 pmJFK - MAA
1 stop20h 20mGulf Air
Tue 10/216:00 amMAA - JFK
1 stop38h 25mGulf Air
Deal found 9/10$699
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/285:55 pmJFK - MAA
2 stops27h 35mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/51:35 pmMAA - JFK
2 stops35h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$700
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Wed 11/512:35 pmJFK - MAA
1 stop40h 25mAir India
Sun 11/911:40 amMAA - JFK
1 stop29h 45mAir India
Deal found 9/11$701
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Wed 10/153:00 pmJFK - MAA
1 stop28h 40mGulf Air
Thu 10/305:35 amMAA - JFK
1 stop38h 05mGulf Air
Deal found 9/9$703
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Tue 10/2111:10 amJFK - MAA
1 stop28h 15mAir India
Wed 12/311:40 amMAA - JFK
1 stop29h 45mAir India
Deal found 9/9$704
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 10/33:00 pmJFK - MAA
1 stop20h 20mGulf Air
Sat 10/259:35 pmMAA - JFK
1 stop22h 05mGulf Air
Deal found 9/9$705
This Gulf Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Gulf Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1411:55 amJFK - MAA
1 stop22h 15mGulf Air
Thu 11/275:35 amMAA - JFK
1 stop38h 05mGulf Air
Deal found 9/11$706
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/242:55 pmJFK - MAA
1 stop32h 05mEtihad Airways
Wed 10/1510:00 pmMAA - JFK
1 stop27h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 9/10$707
This iWofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 iWofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1111:10 amJFK - MAA
1 stop24h 15mAir India
Wed 10/229:35 amMAA - JFK
1 stop31h 50mAir India
Deal found 9/8$708

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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 September 11, 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

Thu 11/6

2:25 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop19h 00m

Chennai

Tue 11/18

3:55 am-3:15 pm

1 stop21h 50m

$750

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 11/9

2:25 pm-2:30 am

1 stop25h 35m

Chennai

Wed 11/12

3:55 am-3:15 pm

1 stop21h 50m

$750

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/8

2:55 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Chennai

Sun 10/19

10:00 pm-9:00 am

1 stop20h 30m

$750

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/21

1:55 am-12:15 am

1 stop36h 50m

Chennai

Thu 10/16

1:30 am-1:10 pm

1 stop45h 10m

$795

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/11

2:25 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop19h 00m

Chennai

Wed 12/3

9:40 pm-8:40 am

1 stop21h 30m

$795

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 11/23

9:55 pm-2:30 am

1 stop18h 05m

Chennai

Mon 12/1

10:00 am-8:40 am

1 stop33h 10m

$800

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/2

4:25 pm-8:55 am

2 stops30h 00m

Chennai

Fri 3/13

1:50 am-9:10 pm

1 stop28h 50m

$828

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/1

3:45 pm-12:10 am

1 stop22h 55m

Chennai

Mon 10/6

1:55 am-8:05 pm

1 stop27h 40m

$919

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 11/27

1:59 pm-5:35 am

2 stops29h 06m

Chennai

Mon 3/2

7:35 am-9:05 pm

1 stop24h 00m

$933

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 11/28

2:30 pm-5:35 am

2 stops28h 35m

Chennai

Tue 3/3

7:35 am-10:05 pm

1 stop25h 00m

$968

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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 August 29, 2025.

The best time to book flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai is 54 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 $936). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,531). 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 September 11, 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 46% 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 September 7, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai flight should consider departing on Friday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons 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 September 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Etihad Airways from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport 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.

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

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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 13 airlines. Chennai is conveniently located just 10.2 mi from Chennai’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai?

    Departing from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai will take you 19h. There are 8368 mi between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Chennai. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 ($607), American Airlines ($652), and Gulf Air ($694) offers the cheapest pricing from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai. Air India is 40% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • 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 $585.

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

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

    Emirates Palace, Emirates Park Zoo, and Etihad Towers are currently the most popular points of interest in Abu Dhabi at the moment. Emirates Palace, Emirates Park Zoo, and Etihad Towers are located about 21.1 mi, 7.9 mi, and 20.8 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 $22 per day.

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

    Dubai travelers tend to visit Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, and Burj Al Arab more than any other notable places. Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, and Burj Al Arab can be accessed by traveling approximately 6.8 mi, 6.5 mi, and 13.6 mi, respectively from Dubai Intl. Travelers can rent a car at Dubai Intl for an average daily rate of $25 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 $72.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations 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.

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  • 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 $936). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,531). 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest$607Average$894FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$652Average$1,160FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Gulf AirCheapest$694Average$1,016FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Kuwait AirwaysCheapest$702Average$989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$731Average$1,067FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Cathay PacificCheapest$731Average$790FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$734Average$1,073FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
EmiratesCheapest$771Average$1,060FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$816Average$1,282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
IndiGoCheapest$934Average$1,158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%

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