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$370+ Cheap flights from New Jersey 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 2/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — MAA
Nov 13 — Nov 201
Thu 11/13
Thu 11/20
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Cheap flight deals from New Jersey to Chennai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Jersey to Chennai flight deals. Data was last updated October 14, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$713
(oojo)

One-way from

$370
(Indian Eagle)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$796
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Cheapest flights from New Jersey to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Jersey to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 14, 2025.

This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/910:05 amJFK - MAA
1 stop22h 35mAir India
Sun 11/1611:40 amMAA - JFK
1 stop30h 40mAir India
Deal found 10/12$713
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 11/2810:00 pmJFK - MAA
1 stop30h 10mEtihad Airways
Fri 12/53:45 pmMAA - JFK
1 stop27h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/14$714
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Sun 11/23:00 pmJFK - MAA
1 stop37h 40mEtihad Airways
Wed 11/123:55 amMAA - JFK
1 stop39h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/12$715
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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.
Wed 11/1910:00 pmJFK - MAA
1 stop30h 10mEtihad Airways
Mon 12/14:35 pmMAA - JFK
1 stop33h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/13$716
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. 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.
Thu 10/2311:10 amJFK - MAA
1 stop23h 35mAir India
Fri 11/143:45 pmMAA - JFK
1 stop26h 35mAir India
Deal found 10/11$717
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/112:55 amJFK - MAA
1 stop38h 10mCathay Pacific
Sat 11/152:00 amMAA - JFK
1 stop44h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 10/12$718
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 10/1910:40 pmJFK - MAA
1 stop30h 55mEtihad Airways
Tue 10/283:55 amMAA - JFK
1 stop38h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/13$719
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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.
Thu 11/2710:00 pmJFK - MAA
1 stop30h 40mEtihad Airways
Sat 12/134:35 pmMAA - JFK
1 stop26h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/13$720
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Thu 10/3010:55 pmJFK - MAA
1 stop30h 45mEtihad Airways
Mon 4/274:35 pmMAA - JFK
1 stop25h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/14$721
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/303:45 pmJFK - MAA
1 stop37h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/179:35 amMAA - JFK
1 stop32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/11$724
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/11. 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.
Thu 10/2311:10 amJFK - MAA
1 stop23h 35mAir India
Thu 11/134:25 pmMAA - JFK
1 stop26h 55mAir India
Deal found 10/11$727
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/222:55 pmJFK - MAA
1 stop38h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/167:10 amMAA - JFK
1 stop35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/12$728

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Jersey 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 October 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Jersey to Chennai that are best for you.

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New Jersey

Fly to

Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 10/23

10:40 pm-2:40 am

1 stop18h 30m

Chennai

Fri 11/7

3:45 pm-9:00 am

1 stop27h 45m

$763

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 10/26

2:40 pm-12:35 am

1 stop24h 25m

Chennai

Sat 11/15

2:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop44h 30m

$813

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Thu 1/8

10:00 pm-8:45 am

2 stops48h 15m

Chennai

Mon 1/19

8:40 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops34h 20m

$833

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Sun 11/16

10:00 pm-8:45 am

2 stops48h 15m

Chennai

Mon 12/8

6:00 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops30h 25m

$834

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Wed 11/12

10:00 pm-8:45 am

2 stops48h 15m

Chennai

Tue 11/25

6:00 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops30h 25m

$834

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Wed 11/12

10:00 pm-8:45 am

2 stops48h 15m

Chennai

Wed 11/26

6:00 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops30h 25m

$834

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 12/31

1:40 pm-12:35 am

1 stop24h 25m

Chennai

Sat 1/31

2:00 am-5:45 am

1 stop38h 15m

$837

PhiladelphiaChennai

PHL - MAA

PHLMAA

Philadelphia

Sun 11/23

7:30 pm-2:30 am

1 stop20h 30m

Chennai

Sun 12/7

4:05 am-8:49 pm

2 stops27h 14m

$854

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Fri 1/9

9:35 pm-5:35 am

1 stop21h 30m

Chennai

Mon 2/2

7:35 am-7:35 pm

1 stop22h 30m

$854

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 1/9

4:25 pm-8:45 am

2 stops29h 50m

Chennai

Sun 2/1

1:50 am-1:35 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$859

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Best time to book a flight from New Jersey to Chennai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Jersey to Chennai

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Jersey to Chennai (average of $619). Flying from New Jersey to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $931). 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 NJ to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from New Jersey 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 October 14, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from New Jersey to Chennai in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 44% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Jersey to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New Jersey to Chennai. Price data was last updated on September 21, 2025.

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Jersey 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 New Jersey?

    For a flight from New Jersey to Chennai, you will be flying into Chennai. Chennai (MAA) is just 10.2 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from New Jersey to Chennai?

    A quick flight from New Jersey to Chennai can take about 18h 30m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $763. There are 8368 mi between New Jersey 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 to fly from New Jersey to Chennai one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from New Jersey to Chennai are Etihad Airways ($374), SWISS ($478), and Lufthansa ($505).

  • What are the most popular routes from New Jersey to Chennai?

    The most popular route from New Jersey to Chennai is New York John F Kennedy Intl - Chennai. You may also consider Newark - Chennai or New York LaGuardia - Chennai.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New Jersey to Chennai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Jersey 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 Jersey to Chennai?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Jersey to Chennai (average of $619). Flying from New Jersey to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $931). 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 New Jersey to Chennai

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from New Jersey 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 October 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest$662Average$961FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$737Average$976FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$780Average$979FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$803Average$1,216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$819Average$1,166FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air CanadaCheapest$836Average$1,429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
EmiratesCheapest$838Average$998FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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