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$378+ Cheap flights from the United States 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 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MAA
May 27 — Jun 31
Wed 5/27
Wed 6/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from USA to Chennai

Cheapest flights from USA to Chennai
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This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 5/33:10 pm
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Mon 6/14:05 pm
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/25$794
This Indian Eagle deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/49:00 pm
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Tue 5/264:10 am
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop23h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/23$797
This Indian Eagle 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 Indian Eagle is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/89:00 pm
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Tue 10/273:25 am
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop23h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/22$801
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/43:10 pm
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop31h 45m
Etihad Airways
Tue 6/29:55 pm
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/23$802
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Fri 5/13:10 pm
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Mon 6/154:05 pm
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/23$803
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/53:10 pm
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 6/34:05 pm
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/23$804
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/143:10 pm
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop25h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 10/269:40 pm
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop21h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/24$808
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/23:10 pm
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Sat 5/234:05 am
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop39h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/23$809
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/43:10 pm
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 5/274:05 pm
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/24$810
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/133:10 pm
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Thu 11/510:00 am
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop33h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/23$812
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/13:10 pm
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Mon 6/14:05 pm
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/26$814
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/109:10 pm
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop18h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 8/2610:15 am
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop32h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/27$863

Find flight deals from USA to Chennai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for USA to Chennai flight deals. Data was last updated April 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$801
(Indian Eagle)

One-way from

$378
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,036

Good round-trip deal

$1,384 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($126 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($65 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 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 April 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United States to Chennai that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 7/13

10:20 pm-8:30 pm

2 stops36h 40m

Chennai

Fri 7/24

4:05 am-6:55 pm

2 stops24h 20m

$1,013

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 7/14

10:20 pm-8:05 am

2 stops24h 15m

Chennai

Mon 7/20

10:05 pm-6:55 pm

2 stops30h 20m

$1,013

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Mon 5/11

4:05 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop39h 55m

Chennai

Thu 5/21

9:50 am-2:00 pm

1 stop40h 40m

$1,057

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 9/10

9:45 pm-11:10 am

2 stops27h 55m

Chennai

Sun 9/20

9:40 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops31h 40m

$1,061

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 7/13

10:20 pm-8:05 am

2 stops24h 15m

Chennai

Sun 7/26

4:05 am-8:50 am

1 stop38h 15m

$1,063

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 5/4

11:00 pm-2:30 am

1 stop18h 00m

Chennai

Sun 5/17

4:05 am-6:55 pm

2 stops24h 20m

$1,068

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 6/7

3:10 pm-2:25 am

1 stop25h 45m

Chennai

Sun 6/14

9:55 pm-9:45 am

1 stop21h 20m

$1,122

DallasChennai

DFW - MAA

DFWMAA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 5/7

7:00 am-8:10 pm

2 stops26h 40m

Chennai

Sat 5/30

4:05 am-9:20 pm

2 stops27h 45m

$1,178

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 7/17

3:45 pm-8:25 am

1 stop31h 10m

Chennai

Sun 8/9

4:05 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop33h 25m

$1,186

DallasChennai

DFW - MAA

DFWMAA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 5/9

3:22 pm-2:50 am

2 stops24h 58m

Chennai

Sun 5/31

9:55 pm-2:28 pm

2 stops27h 03m

$1,203

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Best time to book a flight from USA to Chennai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United States to Chennai

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from USA to Chennai, you should look to book at least 53 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Chennai (average of $894). Flying from USA to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,677). 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 April 27, 2026.

When flying from USA to Chennai, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 22% versus a flight at noon.

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
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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on Qatar Airways

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Emily Zemler

Emily Zemler

Expert on Etihad Airways

Emily is a freelance writer and book author based in London covering entertainment and travel. Her work has appeared in Los Angeles Times, Observer, and Conde Nast Traveler She has ventured to more than 40 countries and all seven continents, always in search of a great art museum. She has written extensively about hotels, luxury travel, and aviation.

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Andreas Spaeth

Andreas Spaeth

Expert on Air India

Andreas hails from Hamburg, Germany, and has been visiting over 130 countries around the globe in his never-ending curiosity to explore new places. Visiting airlines and airports on every continent is a good excuse to see their home countries. Andreas is particularly proud he visited the North Pole (by icebreaker) and Antarctica (landing on an ice runway).

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Lufthansa and Emirates

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on Singapore Airlines

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Ria Gupta

Ria Gupta

Expert on MAA

An independent journalist born and brought up in India, Ria travels to learn from the world at large. She’s a solo traveler at heart, and hopes that her tips, insights, and inspirations can help people take off without waiting for others. With a passion for flying, Ria finds freedom in the skies as much as on the ground. She’s contributed to titles like Condé Nast Traveller, Elle Decor, and Harper’s Bazaar.

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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 27, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Qatar Airways, andEtihad 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,568 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,568 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,568 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,725 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,568 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,434 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,568 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,956 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,568 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,961 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,568 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from USA 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 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 23h 35m. USA and Chennai are separated by a distance of 8362 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 Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $242. Users have also found prices from $295 and $304 on Singapore Airlines and Air India, respectively.

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

    The most popular flight routes from USA to Chennai are San Francisco - Chennai, New York John F Kennedy Intl - Chennai and Dallas/Fort Worth - Chennai.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Chennai (average of $894). Flying from USA to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,677). 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 10 airlines flying from USA to Chennai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from USA 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 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IndiGoCheapest$512Average$1,230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
LufthansaCheapest$543Average$1,276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$551Average$1,372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Cathay PacificCheapest$579Average$1,033FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Kuwait AirwaysCheapest$632Average$803FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
Gulf AirCheapest$633Average$889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$633Average$1,518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Air IndiaCheapest$644Average$1,003FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$730Average$1,221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$732Average$1,097FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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