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$334+ Cheap flights from the United States to Chennai (MAA)

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LAX — MAA
Oct 11 — Oct 181
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Cheap flight deals from USA to Chennai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for USA to Chennai flight deals. Data was last updated September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$676
(Indian Eagle)

One-way from

$334
(oojo)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$750

Good round-trip deal

$1,180 or less

Good one-way deal

$2,611 or less
From USA to Chennai
One-way flight from USA to Chennai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($144 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($58 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from USA to Chennai.
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Cheapest flights from USA to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 10/2010:25 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops23h 15mAir India
Thu 10/309:45 pmMAA - SFO
1 stop21h 45mAir India
Deal found 9/10$676
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/1612:20 amSFO - MAA
1 stop35h 25mCathay Pacific
Mon 10/131:30 amMAA - SFO
1 stop22h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/9$679
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2912:55 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop22h 50mCathay Pacific
Fri 10/241:30 amMAA - SFO
1 stop33h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 9/10$680
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Mon 9/1510:25 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops23h 15mAir India
Tue 9/309:35 amMAA - SFO
2 stops23h 20mAir India
Deal found 9/11$682
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 9/1710:25 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops34h 00mAir India
Tue 10/148:40 pmMAA - SFO
1 stop22h 50mAir India
Deal found 9/9$684
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 9/1710:25 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops38h 00mAir India
Thu 9/259:35 pmMAA - SFO
2 stops35h 20mAir India
Deal found 9/9$687
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/1511:30 amEWR - MAA
1 stop23h 10mAir India
Thu 11/67:50 pmMAA - EWR
1 stop22h 45mAir India
Deal found 9/10$687
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Mon 11/310:30 pmSFO - MAA
1 stop34h 45mAir India
Thu 11/276:10 amMAA - SFO
1 stop28h 10mAir India
Deal found 9/11$689
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Mon 9/1510:25 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops23h 15mAir India
Thu 10/168:05 amMAA - SFO
1 stop22h 45mAir India
Deal found 9/10$690
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/1410:25 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops33h 15mAir India
Sun 9/216:10 amMAA - SFO
2 stops26h 45mAir India
Deal found 9/10$692
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 9/1110:25 pmSFO - MAA
2 stops46h 00mAir India
Thu 9/188:40 pmMAA - SFO
1 stop22h 50mAir India
Deal found 9/10$693
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/1911:30 amEWR - MAA
1 stop23h 10mAir India
Thu 11/67:50 pmMAA - EWR
1 stop22h 45mAir India
Deal found 9/10$694

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Customize your flight search to find flights from USA 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to Chennai that are best for you.

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New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 11/6

2:25 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop19h 00m

Chennai

Tue 11/18

3:55 am-3:15 pm

1 stop21h 50m

$750

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 11/9

2:25 pm-2:30 am

1 stop25h 35m

Chennai

Wed 11/12

3:55 am-3:15 pm

1 stop21h 50m

$750

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 10/8

2:55 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop19h 45m

Chennai

Sun 10/19

10:00 pm-9:00 am

1 stop20h 30m

$750

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 9/21

1:55 am-12:15 am

1 stop36h 50m

Chennai

Thu 10/16

1:30 am-1:10 pm

1 stop45h 10m

$795

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 11/11

2:25 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop19h 00m

Chennai

Wed 12/3

9:40 pm-8:40 am

1 stop21h 30m

$795

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 11/23

9:55 pm-2:30 am

1 stop18h 05m

Chennai

Mon 12/1

10:00 am-8:40 am

1 stop33h 10m

$800

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Tue 9/23

4:30 pm-3:30 am

1 stop22h 30m

Chennai

Tue 3/10

7:35 am-4:00 pm

1 stop44h 55m

$803

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Wed 11/5

7:30 pm-12:05 am

1 stop18h 05m

Chennai

Fri 11/7

1:50 am-4:00 pm

1 stop24h 40m

$820

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Wed 11/5

6:05 pm-12:05 am

1 stop19h 30m

Chennai

Sat 11/8

1:50 am-4:00 pm

1 stop24h 40m

$820

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Thu 9/25

8:00 am-3:30 am

2 stops31h 00m

Chennai

Mon 9/29

5:35 am-1:50 pm

1 stop44h 45m

$823

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The best insider tips for theUnited States to Chennai flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your theUnited States to Chennai trip
Airlines
Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways' business class offers pajamas and a dining menu available anytime.


Qatar Airways allows only one carry-on item in economy class.

Emirates

Emirates offers 32 inches of legroom and top-notch entertainment in economy class.


Check Emirates' Best Fare Finder for deals and student discounts.

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Etihad Airways

Bid for neighbor-free seats in economy for extra space.


Economy passengers can purchase WiFi on long-haul flights.

Air India

Air India offers hot meals in all classes, even on shorter flights.


Air India's A350 offers 38 inches of seat pitch in Premium Economy.

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Lufthansa

Lufthansa's Allegris economy seats offer 31 inches of pitch with adjustable headrests.


Lufthansa's Sleeper’s Row offers extra space on long-haul flights.

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Singapore Airlines

Enjoy free unlimited Wi-Fi and extensive inflight entertainment on long-haul flights.


Economy seats offer 32 inches of legroom with in-seat power and HD screens.

Airports
MAA

Expect a slow immigration and customs check upon arrival at MAA, taking about an hour including baggage claim.

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Expert on MAA

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Best time to book a flight from USA to Chennai

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Chennai (average of $936). Flying from USA 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 US to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from USA 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 September 11, 2025.

When flying from USA to Chennai, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 September 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, and Etihad Airways from the United States 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.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Dec 2024

IAD - DXB

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chennai from United States?

    For a flight from United States to Chennai, you will be flying into Chennai. Chennai (MAA) is just 10.2 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from USA to Chennai?

    Departing from USA to Chennai will take you 19h. USA and Chennai are separated by a distance of 8368 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Cathay Pacific. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $334. Users have also found prices from $364 and $369 on Kuwait Airways and Air India, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from USA to Chennai?

  • What are the cheapest flights from USA to Chennai?

    While on average a flight from USA to Chennai is generally $5,458, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $5,296. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Chennai), you can expect to pay $659 for that flight.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from USA to Chennai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Chennai (average of $936). Flying from USA 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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Air IndiaCheapest$607Average$1,007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$652Average$1,074FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Cathay PacificCheapest$660Average$958FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$679Average$1,213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Gulf AirCheapest$694Average$1,016FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Kuwait AirwaysCheapest$702Average$989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
EmiratesCheapest$710Average$1,401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$731Average$1,239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$734Average$1,381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
LufthansaCheapest$812Average$1,390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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