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$516+ 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 8/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — MAA
Sep 1 — Sep 81
Tue 9/1
Tue 9/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Newark to Chennai

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 2, 2026.

This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Sat 10/3112:05 pm
EWR
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MAA
1 stop25h 05m
Air India
Thu 11/129:10 pm
MAA
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EWR
1 stop21h 35m
Air India
Deal found 8/1$1,145
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/911:25 am
EWR
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MAA
1 stop23h 30m
Air India
Wed 10/74:20 pm
MAA
-
EWR
1 stop26h 10m
Air India
Deal found 7/30$1,146
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/411:55 pm
EWR
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MAA
2 stops46h 40m
Emirates
Fri 9/184:05 am
MAA
-
EWR
2 stops26h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 7/31$1,148
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 9/1611:30 am
EWR
-
MAA
1 stop23h 25m
Air India
Sat 10/319:40 pm
MAA
-
EWR
1 stop43h 45m
Air India
Deal found 8/1$1,149
This MakeMyTrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 MakeMyTrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/1511:55 pm
EWR
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MAA
1 stop22h 40m
Emirates
Fri 12/49:45 pm
MAA
-
EWR
1 stop33h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 7/30$1,150
This MakeMyTrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 MakeMyTrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/1312:25 am
EWR
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MAA
2 stops25h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Sun 12/1312:15 am
MAA
-
EWR
2 stops32h 45m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 8/1$1,151
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/212:20 pm
EWR
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MAA
2 stops27h 00m
Qatar Airways
Fri 9/254:20 am
MAA
-
EWR
2 stops26h 39m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/29$1,152
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 11/611:45 pm
EWR
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MAA
2 stops33h 55m
Emirates
Sat 11/213:50 am
MAA
-
EWR
2 stops27h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 8/2$1,153
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Thu 9/310:42 am
EWR
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MAA
2 stops30h 38m
Qatar Airways
Sat 10/34:20 am
MAA
-
EWR
2 stops26h 39m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/30$1,154
This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/245:00 pm
EWR
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MAA
2 stops27h 35m
Air France
Wed 9/168:15 pm
MAA
-
EWR
2 stops28h 00m
Air France
Deal found 7/30$1,155
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/211:30 am
EWR
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MAA
1 stop21h 20m
Air India
Fri 10/308:00 pm
MAA
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EWR
1 stop21h 45m
Air India
Deal found 7/29$1,156
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 10/2311:30 am
EWR
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MAA
1 stop23h 25m
Air India
Sun 11/1511:00 am
MAA
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EWR
1 stop30h 25m
Air India
Deal found 7/31$1,157

Find 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 2, 2026.

Most accurate provider

Ovago
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Ovago
3 stars

Round-trip from

$1,145
(Indian Eagle)

One-way from

$516
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,076
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($147 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($57 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 2, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Newark Airport to Chennai that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Fri 10/30

11:55 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops34h 45m

Chennai

Fri 11/13

3:50 am-9:10 pm

2 stops27h 50m

$1,212

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Fri 8/21

11:25 am-8:25 pm

1 stop23h 30m

Chennai

Fri 8/28

7:00 am-7:25 am

2 stops33h 55m

$1,529

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Mon 8/17

5:00 pm-6:05 am

2 stops27h 35m

Chennai

Mon 8/31

10:00 pm-2:45 pm

2 stops26h 15m

$1,547

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Wed 10/14

9:45 pm-8:55 am

2 stops49h 40m

Chennai

Fri 10/30

6:00 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops30h 25m

$1,557
Quickest round-trip

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Sat 9/5

7:30 pm-12:10 am

1 stop19h 10m

Chennai

Mon 10/5

8:10 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops26h 40m

$1,582

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Thu 8/27

9:25 pm-3:30 am

1 stop20h 35m

Chennai

Sun 9/27

5:35 am-10:22 pm

2 stops26h 17m

$1,598

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Sat 10/3

9:25 pm-3:30 am

1 stop20h 35m

Chennai

Sat 10/17

5:35 am-10:19 pm

2 stops26h 14m

$1,633

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Fri 8/14

9:45 pm-1:10 am

2 stops41h 55m

Chennai

Sun 9/13

2:45 am-7:15 pm

3 stops50h 00m

$1,786

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Sat 8/15

5:19 pm-3:30 am

2 stops24h 41m

Chennai

Sun 9/13

5:35 am-10:22 pm

2 stops26h 17m

$1,802

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Fri 8/28

7:30 pm-12:10 am

1 stop19h 10m

Chennai

Sun 9/20

8:10 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops26h 40m

$1,840

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Deals found on 7/30

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Compare providers for flights from Newark to Chennai

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 Newark to Chennai in August.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Indian EaglePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 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 Newark Airport-Chennai flights, users find the pricing of Ovago to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Ovago Users can find the same prices on Newark Airport-Chennai flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Ovago >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Newark Airport-Chennai flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Newark Airport-Chennai flights, Cheapflights users trust Ovago the most. Ovago 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 Newark Airport-Chennai flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Cheapflights Insights

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?

Booking 48 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 $797). Flying from Newark Airport to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,729). 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 2, 2026.

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 evening, which can drop the price by up to 35% versus a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Newark Airport to Chennai?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Newark Airport to Chennai flights typically cost between $863 and $1,464 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $1,145 on Air India (Oct 31-Nov 12).

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 2, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Etihad Airways, andLufthansa 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
3,637 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sep 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,637 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,637 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sep 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,499 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,637 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sep 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
8,172 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,637 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sep 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,135 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,637 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sep 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,954 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,637 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Efstathia Helen,Sep 2024

EWR - ATH

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Newark 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 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 6 airlines. Chennai is conveniently located just 10.2 mi from Chennai’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Newark Airport to Chennai?

    Airlines like Emirates, Air India, and SWISS fly from Newark Airport to Chennai in about 23h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 26h 10m. The distance between Newark Airport and Chennai is about 8374 mi. 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 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 $666 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways, starting at $746 and $756 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Newark Airport to Chennai for 39% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Newark Airport to Chennai one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Newark Airport to Chennai are Air India ($304), Lufthansa ($378), and Air Canada ($533).

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

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

    Gateway of India, Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, and Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus are the most popular attractions in Mumbai if you're in need of something to do during your layover. Gateway of India, Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, and Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus can be visited by traveling about 11.7 mi, 9.7 mi, and 10.5 mi respectively from Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl. Travelers can rent a car at Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl for an average daily rate of $63 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

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

    Karol Bagh, Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, and Khan Market are currently the most popular points of interest in New Delhi at the moment. Travelers on a layover in New Delhi can visit Karol Bagh, Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, and Khan Market, by traveling 8.7 mi, 8.2 mi, and 8.3 mi, respectively after landing at New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl. Travelers can book a car rental at New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl for about $55 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, Oper Frankfurt, and Konstablerwache. Römerberg, Oper Frankfurt, and Konstablerwache are located about 7.4 mi, 7.0 mi, and 7.7 mi, respectively from Frankfurt am Main. Travelers can rent a car at Frankfurt am Main for an average daily rate of $43 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 Dubai least often. Athens 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 $797). Flying from Newark Airport to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,729). 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 6 airlines flying from Newark to Chennai

Discover the top 6 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 2, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest$666Average$1,003FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$746Average$1,296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$756Average$1,052FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$776Average$1,119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
LufthansaCheapest$836Average$978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
EmiratesCheapest$886Average$1,066FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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