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$542+ 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 8/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — MAA
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,121
(Etihad Airways)

One-way from

$542
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,477
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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 July 3, 2025.

This Etihad Airways 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/45:45 pmRDU - MAA
2 stops40h 55mEtihad Airways
Tue 10/214:25 amMAA - RDU
2 stops45h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/1$1,121
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.
Sun 7/276:47 amRDU - MAA
2 stops34h 33mQatar Airways
Wed 1/213:45 amMAA - RDU
2 stops42h 44mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/1$1,128
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/212:07 pmRDU - MAA
2 stops36h 28mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/61:15 pmMAA - RDU
2 stops31h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,134
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/155:07 pmRDU - MAA
2 stops24h 03mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/314:25 amMAA - RDU
2 stops28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$1,151
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 9/303:40 pmRDU - MAA
1 stop23h 00mLufthansa
Mon 10/201:55 amMAA - RDU
1 stop21h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 7/1$1,174
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Fri 7/256:47 amRDU - MAA
2 stops30h 13mAir India
Sun 8/175:30 pmMAA - RDU
2 stops32h 48mAir India
Deal found 7/2$1,201

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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 July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Chennai that are best for you.

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RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 10/4

5:45 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops40h 55m

Chennai

Thu 10/23

4:25 am-7:47 pm

2 stops24h 52m

$1,121

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 7/27

6:47 am-2:50 am

2 stops34h 33m

Chennai

Wed 1/21

3:45 am-11:59 am

2 stops42h 44m

$1,128

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 10/2

12:07 pm-10:05 am

2 stops36h 28m

Chennai

Mon 10/6

1:15 pm-11:44 am

2 stops31h 59m

$1,134

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 8/15

5:07 pm-2:40 am

2 stops24h 03m

Chennai

Sun 8/31

4:25 am-11:25 pm

2 stops28h 30m

$1,151

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 9/30

3:40 pm-12:10 am

1 stop23h 00m

Chennai

Mon 10/20

1:55 am-1:45 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$1,174

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 7/25

6:47 am-10:30 pm

2 stops30h 13m

Chennai

Sun 8/17

5:30 pm-4:48 pm

2 stops32h 48m

$1,201

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 8/7

3:13 pm-8:40 pm

2 stops43h 57m

$542

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 8/7

5:45 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops40h 55m

$557

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 8/29

12:06 pm-5:15 am

2 stops31h 39m

$582

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 8/7

12:06 pm-2:50 am

2 stops29h 14m

$658

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Chennai

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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 June 27, 2025.

Booking 39 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Chennai (average of $939). Flying from Raleigh 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 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 July 3, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Raleigh to Chennai at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 14% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Raleigh to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Raleigh to Chennai. Price data was last updated on June 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Raleigh to Chennai flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon 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.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Cathay Pacific, Qatar Airways, and Etihad Airways 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.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
921 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Steve,Jun 2025

DFW - HKG

Very rude stewardess lied about the food then argued about it very unprofessional
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
921 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
921 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Steve,Jun 2025

DFW - HKG

Very rude stewardess lied about the food then argued about it very unprofessional
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,594 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
921 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Steve,Jun 2025

DFW - HKG

Very rude stewardess lied about the food then argued about it very unprofessional
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,220 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
921 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Steve,Jun 2025

DFW - HKG

Very rude stewardess lied about the food then argued about it very unprofessional
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
921 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Steve,Jun 2025

DFW - HKG

Very rude stewardess lied about the food then argued about it very unprofessional
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
790 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
921 reviews

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.6

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Steve,Jun 2025

DFW - HKG

Very rude stewardess lied about the food then argued about it very unprofessional

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.

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

    Etihad Airways, at $1,121, was found to be the cheapest airline from Raleigh to Chennai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Qatar Airways and Lufthansa. Etihad Airways is currently priced 15% 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 $557. American Airlines flights start at $582 while deals on Qatar Airways start at $658 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. Doha follows Frankfurt am Main in terms of the most common layover location on Raleigh to Chennai flights. Doha is followed by New York in terms of the most popular layover location for 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, Hauptwache, or Historisches Museum Frankfurt. 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. Those on a layover in Frankfurt am Main in need of a rental car can book one at Frankfurt am Main for about $44.

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

    Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village, and Aspire Tower are currently the most popular points of interest in Doha at the moment. Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village and Aspire Tower are located about 5.2 mi, 8.7 mi, and 10.6 mi, respectively from Doha Hamad Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Those landing in Doha looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $24 per day.

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

    Most New York visitors opt to spend their time at Times Square, New York City Center, and Madison Square Garden. Travelers on a layover in New York can visit Times Square, New York City Center, and Madison Square Garden, by traveling 13.6 mi, 13.6 mi, and 13.6 mi, respectively after landing at New York John F Kennedy Intl. Travelers in need of a car in New York can rent one for about $74 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. Philadelphia 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Chennai (average of $939). Flying from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Chennai

Discover the top 8 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$117Average$161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Air IndiaCheapest$657Average$871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$816Average$1,083FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$978Average$1,170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,109Average$1,420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
LufthansaCheapest$1,174Average$1,471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air FranceCheapest$1,333Average$1,333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$1,542Average$1,866FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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