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$399+ Cheap flights from North Carolina 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 3/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — MAA
Apr 6 — Apr 131
Mon 4/6
Mon 4/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from North Carolina to Chennai

Cheapest flights from North Carolina to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from North Carolina to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 7, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/87:00 am
RDU
-
MAA
2 stops23h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/211:40 am
MAA
-
RDU
2 stops44h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/3$897
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Wed 4/13:00 pm
CLT
-
MAA
1 stop19h 40m
Etihad Airways
Tue 4/219:55 pm
MAA
-
CLT
1 stop22h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/6$907
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/13:00 pm
CLT
-
MAA
1 stop26h 20m
Etihad Airways
Tue 4/1410:15 am
MAA
-
CLT
1 stop34h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/2$911
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/292:38 pm
CLT
-
MAA
2 stops26h 42m
Qatar Airways
Fri 5/294:20 am
MAA
-
CLT
2 stops25h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/2$916
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/4. 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 3/126:13 pm
CLT
-
MAA
2 stops22h 47m
Qatar Airways
Thu 3/193:40 am
MAA
-
CLT
2 stops27h 24m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/4$918
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 3/253:10 pm
CLT
-
MAA
1 stop25h 50m
Etihad Airways
Thu 4/164:05 am
MAA
-
CLT
1 stop40h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/5$919
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 3/112:35 pm
CLT
-
MAA
2 stops26h 25m
Qatar Airways
Wed 3/183:40 am
MAA
-
CLT
2 stops42h 54m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/3$920
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/18:56 am
RDU
-
MAA
2 stops25h 44m
Etihad Airways
Sat 5/164:05 pm
MAA
-
RDU
2 stops31h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/6$921
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Wed 4/1511:25 am
CLT
-
MAA
2 stops29h 55m
Qatar Airways
Tue 4/284:20 am
MAA
-
CLT
2 stops26h 04m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/5$922
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 4/12:35 pm
CLT
-
MAA
2 stops26h 35m
Qatar Airways
Tue 4/214:20 am
MAA
-
CLT
2 stops26h 04m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/6$923
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 3/186:13 pm
CLT
-
MAA
2 stops22h 47m
Qatar Airways
Wed 3/254:05 am
MAA
-
CLT
2 stops27h 08m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/3$924
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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 3/256:13 pm
CLT
-
MAA
2 stops22h 47m
Qatar Airways
Tue 4/144:20 am
MAA
-
CLT
2 stops25h 39m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/5$925

Find flight deals from North Carolina to Chennai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for North Carolina to Chennai flight deals. Data was last updated March 7, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$897
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$399
(KAYAK)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,128
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One-way flight from North Carolina to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($113 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($37 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from North Carolina 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 March 7, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from North Carolina to Chennai that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

CharlotteChennai

CLT - MAA

CLTMAA

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 4/21

8:25 am-2:40 am

2 stops32h 45m

Chennai

Fri 6/5

4:20 am-8:25 pm

2 stops25h 35m

$911

CharlotteChennai

CLT - MAA

CLTMAA

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 3/12

6:13 pm-2:30 am

2 stops22h 47m

Chennai

Thu 3/19

3:40 am-9:34 pm

2 stops27h 24m

$918

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 4/5

9:08 am-8:10 pm

2 stops25h 32m

Chennai

Sun 4/12

9:55 pm-3:30 pm

2 stops27h 05m

$932

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 4/26

11:22 am-8:10 pm

2 stops23h 18m

Chennai

Sat 5/9

9:55 pm-3:30 pm

2 stops27h 05m

$932

NorfolkChennai

ORF - MAA

ORFMAA

Norfolk

Sun 4/19

9:25 am-8:10 pm

2 stops25h 15m

Chennai

Sun 4/26

4:05 pm-2:17 pm

2 stops31h 42m

$932

AshevilleChennai

AVL - MAA

AVLMAA

Asheville Regional

Thu 4/2

2:36 pm-2:50 am

2 stops50h 44m

Chennai

Fri 4/17

4:05 pm-6:30 pm

2 stops35h 55m

$947

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 3/26

6:00 am-7:55 pm

2 stops28h 25m

Chennai

Mon 4/13

4:05 am-11:14 pm

2 stops28h 39m

$951

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/8

8:56 am-8:10 pm

2 stops25h 44m

Chennai

Wed 4/15

4:05 am-11:55 pm

2 stops29h 20m

$952

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 4/2

10:26 am-8:10 pm

2 stops24h 14m

Chennai

Sun 4/19

9:55 pm-5:38 pm

2 stops29h 13m

$952

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 4/17

11:22 am-8:10 pm

2 stops23h 18m

Chennai

Mon 4/27

9:55 pm-10:02 pm

2 stops33h 37m

$952

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Best time to book a flight from North Carolina to Chennai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from North Carolina to Chennai

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from North Carolina to Chennai?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Chennai (average of $198). Flying from North Carolina to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,199). 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 NC to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from North Carolina 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 March 7, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from North Carolina to Chennai is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 23% on airfare.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from North Carolina 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 North Carolina?

    Chennai (MAA), located 10.2 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from North Carolina to Chennai.

  • How long is the flight from North Carolina to Chennai?

    Airlines like Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, and Lufthansa fly from North Carolina to Chennai in about 32h 17m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 18h 27m. There are 8799 mi between North Carolina and Chennai. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from North Carolina to Chennai one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from North Carolina to Chennai are American Airlines ($399), Air India ($405), and Etihad Airways ($435).

  • What are the most popular routes from North Carolina to Chennai?

    The most popular flight routes from North Carolina to Chennai are Raleigh-Durham - Chennai, Charlotte Douglas - Chennai and Asheville Regional - Chennai.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from North Carolina to Chennai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from North Carolina 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 North Carolina to Chennai?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to Chennai (average of $198). Flying from North Carolina to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,199). 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 North Carolina to Chennai

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from North Carolina 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 March 7, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$117Average$177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air IndiaCheapest$657Average$934FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$811Average$1,117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$816Average$1,053FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$920Average$1,328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
LufthansaCheapest$1,029Average$1,439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,420Average$1,654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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