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$414+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Chennai (MAA)

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WAS — MAA
jul. 8 — jul. 151
mar. 7/8
mar. 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 julio 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$948
(Indian Eagle)

One-way from

$414
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,283
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 3, 2025.

This Indian Eagle 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/3011:00 amIAD - MAA
1 stop30h 20mQatar Airways
sáb. 9/69:50 pmMAA - IAD
1 stop20h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/30$948
This Emirates 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 7/2810:55 amIAD - MAA
1 stop24h 05mEmirates
jue. 8/289:50 amMAA - IAD
1 stop32h 20mEmirates
Deal found 7/2$949
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/98:50 pmIAD - MAA
2 stops22h 40mMultiple Airlines
lun. 9/295:50 pmMAA - IAD
3 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$950
This Lufthansa 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 Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/1010:20 pmIAD - MAA
2 stops63h 15mLufthansa
jue. 11/201:50 amMAA - IAD
1 stop28h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 7/1$953
This Indian Eagle 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 12/2811:00 amIAD - MAA
1 stop19h 05mAir India
sáb. 1/248:40 pmMAA - IAD
1 stop20h 40mAir India
Deal found 7/2$959
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 10/1810:05 pmIAD - MAA
1 stop31h 00mEtihad Airways
vie. 11/143:55 amMAA - IAD
1 stop22h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/3$962
This Oman Air 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 Oman Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/228:05 pmIAD - MAA
2 stops31h 20mOman Air
vie. 1/237:20 amMAA - IAD
2 stops43h 05mOman Air
Deal found 7/2$983
This Air Canada 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/19:40 amDCA - MAA
2 stops29h 00mAir Canada
mar. 10/141:55 amMAA - DCA
2 stops29h 26mAir Canada
Deal found 7/2$985
This SWISS 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 9/48:45 pmIAD - MAA
2 stops23h 05mSWISS
jue. 9/188:40 pmMAA - IAD
2 stops29h 05mSWISS
Deal found 7/1$989
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 8/176:31 pmBWI - MAA
2 stops35h 09mMultiple Airlines
dom. 8/2410:20 pmMAA - BWI
3 stops32h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,008
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/29:20 pmBWI - MAA
1 stop20h 40mBritish Airways
jue. 10/235:35 amMAA - BWI
2 stops25h 46mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/1$1,025
This oojo 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 7/186:30 amDCA - MAA
2 stops30h 30mAir India
dom. 8/34:00 pmMAA - DCA
2 stops40h 29mAir India
Deal found 7/1$1,076

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 julio 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mié. 7/30

11:00 am-2:50 am

1 stop30h 20m

Chennai

sáb. 9/6

9:50 pm-8:40 am

1 stop20h 20m

$948

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mar. 7/22

10:55 am-8:05 am

1 stop35h 40m

Chennai

jue. 8/28

4:00 am-8:40 am

1 stop38h 10m

$949

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mar. 9/9

8:50 pm-5:00 am

2 stops22h 40m

Chennai

lun. 9/29

5:50 pm-7:45 pm

3 stops35h 25m

$950

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 11/10

10:20 pm-12:05 am

2 stops63h 15m

Chennai

dom. 11/23

1:50 am-3:50 pm

1 stop24h 30m

$953

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

dom. 12/28

11:00 am-4:35 pm

1 stop19h 05m

Chennai

sáb. 1/24

8:40 pm-6:50 am

1 stop20h 40m

$959

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

sáb. 10/18

10:05 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop31h 00m

Chennai

vie. 11/14

3:55 am-4:05 pm

1 stop22h 40m

$962

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

lun. 12/22

8:05 pm-1:55 pm

2 stops31h 20m

Chennai

vie. 1/23

7:20 am-3:55 pm

2 stops43h 05m

$983

Washington, D.C.Chennai

DCA - MAA

DCAMAA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

mié. 10/1

9:40 am-12:10 am

2 stops29h 00m

Chennai

lun. 10/13

1:55 am-3:51 pm

2 stops47h 26m

$985

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

jue. 9/4

8:45 pm-5:20 am

2 stops23h 05m

Chennai

jue. 9/18

8:40 pm-4:15 pm

2 stops29h 05m

$989

BaltimoreChennai

BWI - MAA

BWIMAA

Baltimore/Washington

dom. 8/17

6:31 pm-3:10 pm

2 stops35h 09m

Chennai

dom. 8/24

10:20 pm-8:53 pm

3 stops32h 03m

$1,008

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Chennai. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai is 46 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chennai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chennai (average of $939). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 WAS to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 julio 3, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chennai in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 18% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 julio 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Singapore Airlines, and Cathay Pacific from Washington, D.C. to Chennai. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

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.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

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.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,320 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

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.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
924 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

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.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,654 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    If you book a flight to Chennai from Washington, D.C., you will be flying to Chennai, which is the city’s only airport. Chennai (MAA) is located 10.2 mi from the center of Chennai. There are 0 flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai per day from 10 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Chennai round-trip?

    Currently priced at $948, Qatar Airways will fly you from Washington, D.C. to Chennai and back. In addition to Qatar Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Emirates and Lufthansa - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $949 and $955, respectively. Qatar Airways is 8% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chennai one-way?

    $459 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air India and American Airlines, with prices starting from $461 and $479, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Chennai?

    When deciding which route to take from Washington, D.C. to Chennai consider Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Chennai, Baltimore/Washington - Chennai or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Chennai as they are the most popular.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Washington, D.C. to Chennai?

    Most of the time, Washington, D.C. to Chennai flights that have layovers will stop in Abu Dhabi. Dubai sees the second most layovers for non-direct flights flying from Washington, D.C. to Chennai. Doha follows Dubai in terms of the most frequent layover location on Washington, D.C. to Chennai flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Abu Dhabi?

    The majority of Abu Dhabi visitors spend their time at Emirates Palace, Emirates Park Zoo, and Ferrari World Abu Dhabi. Those on a layover in Abu Dhabi interested in visiting Emirates Palace, Emirates Park Zoo, or Ferrari World Abu Dhabi can do so by traveling 21.1 mi, 7.9 mi, and 4.5 mi, respectively from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl. Those looking to explore during their layover in Abu Dhabi can rent a car from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl for about $26 per day.

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

    Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, and Burj Al Arab are currently the most popular points of interest in Dubai at the moment. Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, and Burj Al Arab can be visited by traveling about 6.8 mi, 6.5 mi, and 13.6 mi respectively from Dubai Intl. Those looking to explore during their layover in Dubai can rent a car from Dubai Intl for about $24 per day.

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

    The majority of Doha visitors spend their time at Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village, and Aspire Tower. Those on a layover in Doha interested in visiting Museum of Islamic Art, Katara Cultural Village, or Aspire Tower can do so by traveling 5.2 mi, 8.7 mi, and 10.6 mi, respectively from Doha Hamad Intl. Travelers can book a car rental at Doha Hamad Intl for about $24 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Washington, D.C. to Chennai flights?

    Flights departing from Washington, D.C. and landing in Chennai layover in Frankfurt am Main least frequently. New Delhi is the second least popular location for layovers on flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Chennai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chennai (average of $939). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 9 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Chennai

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 julio 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest$726Average$1,084FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
EmiratesCheapest$736Average$1,141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$737Average$1,023FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$796Average$1,141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
LufthansaCheapest$839Average$1,282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$983Average$1,361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
IndiGoCheapest$984Average$1,107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Oman AirCheapest$1,007Average$1,453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
SWISSCheapest$1,098Average$1,131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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