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$400+ Cheap flights from Newark (EWR) 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 8/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — MAA
Aug 22 — Aug 291
Fri 8/22
Fri 8/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Newark to Chennai are usually found in September or March, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Newark to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Newark (EWR) 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 August 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$747
(Ovago)

One-way from

$400
(Indian Eagle)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,110
From Newark to Chennai
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Cheapest flights from Newark to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Newark to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 17, 2025.

This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Mon 8/1811:55 amEWR - MAA
1 stop21h 45mAir India
Fri 11/78:40 pmMAA - EWR
1 stop20h 45mAir India
Deal found 8/16$730
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 8/2011:30 amEWR - MAA
1 stop23h 10mAir India
Tue 11/116:40 amMAA - EWR
1 stop35h 55mAir India
Deal found 8/16$737
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 8/2011:30 amEWR - MAA
1 stop23h 10mAir India
Mon 11/108:40 pmMAA - EWR
1 stop20h 45mAir India
Deal found 8/16$754
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Fri 8/2211:30 amEWR - MAA
1 stop23h 10mAir India
Sun 11/98:40 pmMAA - EWR
1 stop20h 45mAir India
Deal found 8/16$757
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Tue 8/1911:55 amEWR - MAA
1 stop21h 45mAir India
Mon 9/812:55 pmMAA - EWR
1 stop29h 30mAir India
Deal found 8/17$768
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Tue 8/2611:55 amEWR - MAA
1 stop26h 30mAir India
Fri 9/128:40 pmMAA - EWR
1 stop21h 45mAir India
Deal found 8/16$771
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Mon 8/1811:55 amEWR - MAA
1 stop21h 45mAir India
Sun 11/98:40 pmMAA - EWR
1 stop20h 45mAir India
Deal found 8/16$777
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Tue 8/2611:55 amEWR - MAA
2 stops27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/114:40 pmMAA - EWR
1 stop24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$786
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Mon 9/298:30 pmEWR - MAA
2 stops26h 55mLufthansa
Wed 10/86:40 amMAA - EWR
2 stops39h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 8/17$791
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 9/239:50 pmEWR - MAA
2 stops49h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/76:40 amMAA - EWR
2 stops39h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$804
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 9/238:05 pmEWR - MAA
1 stop18h 35mLufthansa
Tue 10/76:40 amMAA - EWR
2 stops39h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 8/17$809

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Newark 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 August 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Newark Airport to Chennai that are best for you.

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Newark

Fly to

Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Thu 9/11

12:23 pm-3:30 am

2 stops29h 37m

Chennai

Wed 10/22

5:35 am-7:25 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$820

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Thu 9/25

12:23 pm-3:30 am

2 stops29h 37m

Chennai

Thu 10/16

5:35 am-7:25 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$824

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Thu 9/4

2:27 pm-3:30 am

2 stops27h 33m

Chennai

Wed 10/15

5:35 am-7:25 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$824

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Thu 9/4

2:27 pm-3:30 am

2 stops27h 33m

Chennai

Tue 10/14

5:35 am-7:25 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$824

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Wed 10/1

12:23 pm-3:30 am

2 stops29h 37m

Chennai

Wed 10/8

5:35 am-7:25 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$824

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Thu 9/4

2:27 pm-3:30 am

2 stops27h 33m

Chennai

Mon 10/13

5:35 am-1:55 pm

1 stop41h 50m

$824

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Mon 9/15

5:35 pm-3:30 am

2 stops24h 25m

Chennai

Tue 9/23

5:35 am-7:25 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$826

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Tue 9/16

5:35 pm-3:30 am

2 stops24h 25m

Chennai

Thu 10/2

5:35 am-7:25 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$826

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Wed 8/20

11:30 am-12:55 am

1 stop27h 55m

$400

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Fri 8/22

11:30 am-11:00 am

1 stop38h 00m

$400

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Newark Airport to Chennai

How far ahead should I book a flight from Newark Airport to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Newark to Chennai. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

Booking 53 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Newark Airport to Chennai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Newark Airport to Chennai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Chennai (average of $938). Flying from Newark 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 EWR to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Newark 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 August 17, 2025.

When flying from Newark 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 29% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Newark Airport to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Newark to Chennai. Price data was last updated on August 10, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Newark Airport to Chennai flight should consider departing on Sunday 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.

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 August 17, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Etihad Airways, and Lufthansa from Newark Airport to Chennai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,315 reviews

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,315 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,315 reviews

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,233 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,315 reviews

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,330 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,315 reviews

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,277 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,315 reviews

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,930 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,315 reviews

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

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.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chennai from Newark?

    Most people fly into Chennai (MAA) if they book a flight to Chennai from Newark. On average, Chennai has 0 inbound flights from Newark per day from 9 airlines. Chennai is conveniently located just 10.2 mi from Chennai’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Newark Airport to Chennai round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Newark Airport to Chennai is Air India. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $685 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Emirates and Undisclosed Carrier, starting at $710 and $760 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Newark Airport to Chennai for 35% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Newark Airport to Chennai?

    Newark Airport to Chennai flights have a layover in New Delhi most of the time. Dubai sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Newark Airport to Chennai. Frankfurt am Main follows Dubai in terms of the most frequent layover location on Newark Airport to Chennai flights.

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

    Karol Bagh, Lajpat Nagar Central Market, and Gurudwara Bangla Sahib are the most popular attractions in New Delhi if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Karol Bagh, Lajpat Nagar Central Market, and Gurudwara Bangla Sahib can be visited by traveling about 8.7 mi, 8.7 mi, and 8.2 mi respectively from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl. Travelers can rent a car at New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl for an average daily rate of $84 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

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

    Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, and Burj Al Arab are currently the most popular points of interest in Dubai at the moment. Travelers on a layover in Dubai can visit Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, and Burj Al Arab, by traveling 6.8 mi, 6.5 mi, and 13.6 mi, respectively after landing at Dubai Intl. Travelers can book a car rental at Dubai Intl for about $23 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Frankfurt am Main?

    Most Frankfurt am Main visitors opt to spend their time at Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Historisches Museum Frankfurt. Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Historisches Museum Frankfurt are located about 7.4 mi, 7.4 mi, and 7.3 mi, respectively from Frankfurt am Main. Travelers can rent a car at Frankfurt am Main for an average daily rate of $46 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Newark Airport to Chennai flights?

    Newark Airport to Chennai flights have a layover in Athens least often. Mumbai sees the next fewest layovers on Newark Airport to Chennai flights.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Newark 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 Newark Airport to Chennai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Chennai (average of $938). Flying from Newark 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 7 airlines flying from Newark to Chennai

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Newark 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 August 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest$685Average$980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
EmiratesCheapest$710Average$969FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$780Average$983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$826Average$1,195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$836Average$1,210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Air CanadaCheapest$885Average$1,429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
British AirwaysCheapest$907Average$1,266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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