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$387+ 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 8/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — MAA
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Newark to Chennai are usually found in September or March, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$731
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$387
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,215
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 July 3, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/311:30 amEWR - MAA
1 stop27h 55mAir India
Sun 9/712:50 pmMAA - EWR
1 stop28h 15mAir India
Deal found 7/1$731
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/162:27 pmEWR - MAA
2 stops26h 53mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/224:20 amMAA - EWR
2 stops27h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$811
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Tue 9/168:05 pmEWR - MAA
1 stop18h 35mLufthansa
Tue 9/301:55 amMAA - EWR
1 stop21h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 7/1$827

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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 July 3, 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

Sun 8/3

11:30 am-12:55 am

1 stop27h 55m

Chennai

Sun 9/7

12:50 pm-7:35 am

1 stop28h 15m

$731

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Tue 9/16

2:27 pm-2:50 am

2 stops26h 53m

Chennai

Wed 10/22

4:20 am-10:29 pm

2 stops27h 39m

$811

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Tue 9/16

8:05 pm-12:10 am

1 stop18h 35m

Chennai

Tue 9/30

1:55 am-1:40 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$827

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Wed 8/13

11:04 am-2:45 pm

2 stops42h 11m

$387

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Fri 7/18

11:30 am-8:10 pm

1 stop23h 10m

$403

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Deals found on 7/1

Best time to book a flight from Newark to Chennai

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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 June 27, 2025.

Booking 86 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 $939). 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 July 3, 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 June 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Newark Airport to Chennai flight should consider departing on Saturday 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 July 3, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air Canada, Lufthansa, and Air India 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.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,681 reviews

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.1

Food

6.3

Overall

7.1

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

TPA - YYZ

The pre boarding was a bit confusing but we got through it.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,681 reviews
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,681 reviews

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.1

Food

6.3

Overall

7.1

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

TPA - YYZ

The pre boarding was a bit confusing but we got through it.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,207 reviews
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,681 reviews

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.1

Food

6.3

Overall

7.1

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

TPA - YYZ

The pre boarding was a bit confusing but we got through it.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,926 reviews
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,681 reviews

Boarding

7.3

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.1

Food

6.3

Overall

7.1

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

TPA - YYZ

The pre boarding was a bit confusing but we got through it.

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 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 $731 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air Canada and Lufthansa, starting at $819 and $827 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Newark Airport to Chennai for 31% 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. Frankfurt am Main sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Newark Airport to Chennai. Dubai follows Frankfurt am Main 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 $51 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Frankfurt am Main?

    Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Historisches Museum Frankfurt are currently the most popular points of interest in Frankfurt am Main at the moment. Travelers on a layover in Frankfurt am Main can visit Römerberg, Hauptwache, and Historisches Museum Frankfurt, by traveling 7.4 mi, 7.4 mi, and 7.3 mi, respectively after landing at Frankfurt am Main. Travelers can book a car rental at Frankfurt am Main for about $44 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Dubai?

    Most Dubai visitors opt to spend their time at Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, and Burj Al Arab. Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, and Burj Al Arab are located about 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 $24 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 $939). 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 8 airlines flying from Newark to Chennai

Discover the top 8 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest$691Average$959FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
EmiratesCheapest$711Average$965FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$736Average$736FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$791Average$1,268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$800Average$993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
LufthansaCheapest$832Average$1,198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$907Average$1,292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Air CanadaCheapest$1,156Average$1,399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%

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