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The best prices from New York to Chennai are usually found in October or March, booked 55 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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New York (NYC) to Chennai (MAA)

NYC - MAA
Price
$866 - $1487
MAA
Temperature
84.2 - 100.4 °F
MAA
Rainfall
0.6 - 14.7 inches
Popular in December High demand for flights, 30% potential price rise
Cheapest in October Best time to find cheap flights, 17% potential price drop
Round-trip from $866 From New York to Chennai
One-way from $504 One-way flight from New York to Chennai
Flight route prices based on searches on Cheapflights within the last 3 days, monthly prices based on aggregated historical data.
What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from New York to Chennai?

Sunday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from New York to Chennai. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Chennai.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to Chennai?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 24 days in advance, which can save you up to 11% on flights from New York to Chennai compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 24 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $1274. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $1302.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Chennai?

October is one of the best times of the year to fly to Chennai from New York. Prices for October average $1161 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $952. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June. Opting for a October flight can save you 30% on your journey compared to booking in October

Cheap flights from New York to Chennai in July, August 2020

The best prices found for NYC to MAA flights for July, August
17 Jul - 31 Aug
$790pp
JFK
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
MAA
Chennai
MAA
Chennai
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
JFK
New York John F Kennedy Intl
17 Jul - 24 Jul
$791pp
JFK
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
MAA
Chennai
MAA
Chennai
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
JFK
New York John F Kennedy Intl
30 Jul - 15 Aug
$798pp
EWR
Newark
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
MAA
Chennai
MAA
Chennai
Lufthansa
   
2 STOPS
EWR
Newark

New York to Chennai 2020 flight deals

Cheap flights to Chennai from New York found for this year
31 Aug - 19 Oct
$764pp
EWR
Newark
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
MAA
Chennai
MAA
Chennai
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
EWR
Newark
5 Sep - 21 Oct
$785pp
EWR
Newark
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
MAA
Chennai
MAA
Chennai
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
EWR
Newark
30 Sep - 21 Oct
$785pp
JFK
New York John F Kennedy Intl
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
MAA
Chennai
MAA
Chennai
Multiple Airlines
   
2 STOPS
JFK
New York John F Kennedy Intl

One-way flights to Chennai from New York

The cheapest one-way flights from New York to Chennai
5:35 pm - 11:30 pm
British Airways
1 Stop
20h 25m
EWR - MAA
British Airways
$504
StudentUniverse
6:50 pm - 4:50 am
SriLankan Airlines
2 Stops
24h 30m
JFK - MAA
SriLankan Airlines
$592
Travelgenio
2:10 pm - 1:10 am
Gulf Air
2 Stops
25h 30m
JFK - MAA
Gulf Air
$631
Travelgenio

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about New York to Chennai flights.

Flight FAQs

From New York to Chennai

Are flight prices decreasing from New York to Chennai due to COVID-19 (coronavirus)?

At this time, Cheapflights has noticed price decreases for many domestic flights due to COVID-19. Travel is not necessarily recommended at this time, and flights may be prone to cancellation: please check with local authorities in both New York and Chennai for travel alerts, and be sure to review the airline's cancellation policy and travel advisories before booking. For more information, please view our post on what to know about COVID-19 (coronavirus) and travel.

Can I find flights from New York to Chennai for under $800 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from New York to Chennai for under $800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $764, but on average you can expect to pay $797.

Are there nonstop flights from New York to Chennai for under $800 on Cheapflights?

There are no nonstop flights from New York to Chennai, but Cheapflights can provide you with all the information you need to find the fastest route with the fewest stops.

How popular is this flight route?

The New York to Chennai flight path was viewed by 93 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

Is New York weather warmer or cooler than Chennai?

With an average temperature of 100 °F, peak weather can be found in May. As a traveler, expect to see changes in flight prices during that period. The temperatures in Chennai are hotter than in New York.

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Destination information for Chennai

Things to know before you go. Useful info for your trip from New York to Chennai
Today's exchange rate
$1 = ₹75
Average temperature for July in Chennai
96.8 °F
Avg rainfall for July in Chennai
4.3 ″

Airports servicing New York

John F. Kennedy Intl (JFK)
Newark Intl (EWR)
La Guardia (LGA)
Newburgh (SWF)

Airports servicing Chennai

Chennai (MAA)

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