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$491+ Cheap flights from Raleigh (RDU) 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 5/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — MAA
May 22 — May 291
Fri 5/22
Fri 5/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Chennai

Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 22, 2026.

This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Mon 5/46:21 am
RDU
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MAA
2 stops40h 34m
Etihad Airways
Tue 5/124:05 am
MAA
-
RDU
2 stops23h 53m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/20$934
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/86:18 am
RDU
-
MAA
2 stops47h 17m
Etihad Airways
Mon 6/14:05 am
MAA
-
RDU
2 stops26h 03m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/17$935
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/86:18 am
RDU
-
MAA
2 stops40h 37m
Etihad Airways
Fri 5/2910:15 am
MAA
-
RDU
2 stops44h 52m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/17$936
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/39:03 am
RDU
-
MAA
2 stops25h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/710:15 am
MAA
-
RDU
2 stops43h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21$937
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/12:25 pm
RDU
-
MAA
2 stops63h 10m
Etihad Airways
Mon 6/84:05 am
MAA
-
RDU
2 stops26h 03m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/20$941
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
Sat 5/236:00 am
RDU
-
MAA
2 stops28h 40m
Etihad Airways
Sun 5/319:55 pm
MAA
-
RDU
2 stops33h 12m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/21$942
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/36:21 am
RDU
-
MAA
2 stops28h 19m
Etihad Airways
Tue 5/124:05 am
MAA
-
RDU
2 stops23h 53m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/21$945
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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.
Sat 5/26:00 am
RDU
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MAA
2 stops40h 55m
Etihad Airways
Tue 5/124:05 am
MAA
-
RDU
2 stops23h 53m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/20$949
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/68:58 am
RDU
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MAA
2 stops25h 42m
Etihad Airways
Sat 6/64:05 am
MAA
-
RDU
2 stops26h 03m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/20$950
This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/36:21 am
RDU
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MAA
2 stops34h 59m
Etihad Airways
Fri 6/54:05 am
MAA
-
RDU
2 stops26h 03m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/22$952
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/12:25 pm
RDU
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MAA
2 stops50h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 5/224:05 pm
MAA
-
RDU
2 stops39h 02m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/18$956

Find flight deals from Raleigh to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 April 22, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$934
(Justfly.com)

One-way from

$491
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,141
Provider with most accurate pricing for Raleigh-Durham-Chennai flight deals.
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From Raleigh-Durham to Chennai
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One-way flight from Raleigh-Durham to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($97 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($38 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 April 22, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Chennai that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/28

6:21 am-2:45 am

2 stops34h 54m

Chennai

Fri 5/22

9:55 pm-5:41 pm

2 stops29h 16m

$937

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/14

6:00 am-8:10 pm

2 stops28h 40m

Chennai

Thu 5/21

9:55 pm-5:41 pm

2 stops29h 16m

$1,012

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 7/9

10:59 am-8:10 pm

2 stops23h 41m

Chennai

Thu 7/23

4:05 am-9:09 pm

2 stops26h 34m

$1,172

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 7/14

9:23 am-8:10 pm

2 stops25h 17m

Chennai

Thu 8/6

9:55 pm-3:26 pm

2 stops27h 01m

$1,208

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 7/14

9:23 am-8:25 am

2 stops37h 32m

Chennai

Thu 8/6

4:05 pm-10:59 pm

2 stops40h 24m

$1,219

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 6/26

11:13 am-8:10 pm

2 stops23h 27m

Chennai

Sun 7/5

9:55 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops27h 00m

$1,410
Quickest round-trip

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 5/24

11:59 am-8:10 pm

2 stops22h 41m

Chennai

Tue 6/2

4:05 am-9:37 pm

2 stops27h 02m

$1,428

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/22

7:49 am-8:10 pm

2 stops26h 51m

Chennai

Sun 5/31

9:55 pm-9:37 pm

2 stops33h 12m

$1,472

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/22

7:49 am-8:10 pm

2 stops26h 51m

Chennai

Fri 5/29

9:55 pm-9:37 pm

2 stops33h 12m

$1,483

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 6/5

7:00 am-8:10 pm

2 stops27h 40m

Chennai

Thu 6/25

4:05 am-10:17 pm

2 stops27h 42m

$1,545

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Deals found on 4/17

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Compare providers for flights from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Chennai in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OvagoPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice 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 Raleigh-Chennai flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Raleigh-Chennai flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Raleigh-Chennai flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-Chennai flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Raleigh-Chennai flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Chennai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chennai from Raleigh with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Raleigh to Chennai

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Chennai. Price data was last updated on April 17, 2026.

Booking 22 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Chennai?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Chennai (average of $1,047). Flying from Raleigh to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,688). 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 RDU to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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 April 22, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Raleigh to Chennai in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 26% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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

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 April 22, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qatar Airways,Etihad Airways, andAmerican Airlines from Raleigh to Chennai by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,433 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,646 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,938 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,966 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,730 reviews

Overall

7.4

Crew

7.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Raleigh to Chennai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Raleigh to Chennai?

    A quick flight from Raleigh to Chennai can take about 37h 32m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $1,219. Raleigh and Chennai are separated by a distance of 8785 mi.

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

    JetBlue, at $127, was found to be the cheapest airline from Raleigh to Chennai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air India and American Airlines. JetBlue is currently priced 90% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air India, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $405. American Airlines flights start at $471 while deals on Qatar Airways start at $490 one-way.

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

    Flights departing from Raleigh and landing in Chennai layover in Frankfurt am Main most frequently. New York follows Frankfurt am Main in terms of the most common layover location on Raleigh to Chennai flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Frankfurt am Main?

    If you're on a layover in Frankfurt am Main and looking for things to do, consider visiting Römerberg, Oper Frankfurt, or Festhalle. Travelers on a layover in Frankfurt am Main can visit Römerberg, Oper Frankfurt, and Festhalle, by traveling 7.4 mi, 7.0 mi, and 6.5 mi, respectively after landing at Frankfurt am Main. Those on a layover in Frankfurt am Main in need of a rental car can book one at Frankfurt am Main for about $39.

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

    Times Square, New York City Center, and Madison Square Garden are currently the most popular points of interest in New York at the moment. Times Square, New York City Center and Madison Square Garden are located about 13.6 mi, 13.6 mi, and 13.6 mi, respectively from New York John F Kennedy Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Those landing in New York looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $70 per day.

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

    The least popular layover on flights from Raleigh to Chennai is Abu Dhabi. Doha follows Abu Dhabi in terms of the least common layover location on Raleigh to Chennai flights.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Chennai?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Chennai (average of $1,047). Flying from Raleigh to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,688). 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 Raleigh to Chennai

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 April 22, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$127Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air IndiaCheapest$737Average$1,030FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$891Average$1,175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$941Average$1,110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,025Average$1,340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Air FranceCheapest$1,035Average$1,334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$1,108Average$1,430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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