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Cheap flights from Indianapolis to Chennai from ₹ 89,036

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IND — MAA
4 Apr — 11 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Indianapolis to Chennai are usually found in February or October, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Indianapolis to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Indianapolis (IND) 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 30 March 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 89,036

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

₹ 102,036
3/9-1/10
  • 3/9-1/10
  • 4 total stops
  • 51h 14m total
  • Indianapolis to Chennai
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Cheapest flights from Indianapolis to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Indianapolis to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 March 2025.

Wed 3/916:15IND - MAA
2 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/1004:20MAA - IND
2 stops26h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/3₹ 89,036
Sun 24/811:59IND - MAA
2 stops31h 46mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/915:45MAA - IND
2 stops35h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 29/3₹ 100,154
Wed 3/914:40IND - MAA
3 stops32h 45mLufthansa
Tue 30/901:55MAA - IND
2 stops28h 42mLufthansa
Deal found 29/3₹ 101,523
Thu 17/706:10IND - MAA
2 stops35h 15mQatar Airways
Mon 25/803:55MAA - IND
2 stops29h 27mQatar Airways
Deal found 29/3₹ 109,648
Wed 3/916:15IND - MAA
3 stops27h 25mBritish Airways
Wed 1/1005:35MAA - IND
2 stops24h 51mBritish Airways
Deal found 29/3₹ 130,603
Thu 28/805:49IND - MAA
2 stops33h 51mEthiopian Air
Sun 31/802:45MAA - IND
3 stops45h 01mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/3₹ 144,202
Sun 15/610:30IND - MAA
2 stops28h 10mAir Canada
Mon 4/801:55MAA - IND
2 stops23h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 29/3₹ 146,169

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Indianapolis 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 454,620 searches. Data last updated 30 March 2025.
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Price

IndianapolisChennai

IND - MAA

INDMAA

Indianapolis

Wed 3/9

16:15-02:50

2 stops25h 05m

Chennai

Wed 1/10

04:20-20:59

2 stops26h 09m

₹ 89,036

IndianapolisChennai

IND - MAA

INDMAA

Indianapolis

Sun 24/8

11:59-05:15

2 stops31h 46m

Chennai

Tue 2/9

13:15-14:10

2 stops34h 25m

₹ 100,154

IndianapolisChennai

IND - MAA

INDMAA

Indianapolis

Wed 3/9

14:40-08:55

3 stops32h 45m

Chennai

Tue 30/9

01:55-21:07

2 stops28h 42m

₹ 101,523

IndianapolisChennai

IND - MAA

INDMAA

Indianapolis

Thu 17/7

06:10-02:55

2 stops35h 15m

Chennai

Mon 25/8

03:55-23:52

2 stops29h 27m

₹ 109,648

IndianapolisChennai

IND - MAA

INDMAA

Indianapolis

Wed 3/9

16:15-05:10

3 stops27h 25m

Chennai

Wed 1/10

05:35-20:56

2 stops24h 51m

₹ 130,603

IndianapolisChennai

IND - MAA

INDMAA

Indianapolis

Thu 28/8

05:49-01:10

2 stops33h 51m

Chennai

Sun 31/8

02:45-14:16

3 stops45h 01m

₹ 144,202

IndianapolisChennai

IND - MAA

INDMAA

Indianapolis

Sun 15/6

10:30-00:10

2 stops28h 10m

Chennai

Mon 4/8

01:55-16:00

2 stops23h 35m

₹ 146,169

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Deals found on 29/3

Best time to book a flight from Indianapolis to Chennai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Indianapolis to Chennai

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Indianapolis to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Indianapolis to Chennai, you should look to book at least 79 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 Indianapolis to Chennai?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Chennai (average of ₹ 101). Flying from Indianapolis to Chennai in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 120). 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 IND to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Indianapolis 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 30 March 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Indianapolis to Chennai in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 33% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Indianapolis to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 30 March 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Indianapolis to Chennai flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chennai ranges from 10.0 - 330.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 330.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Chennai when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chennai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 33.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 25.0 C).

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 30 March 2025.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,539 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - DOH

Very good, first time travel with Qatar airlines, great, thank you
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,539 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,539 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - DOH

Very good, first time travel with Qatar airlines, great, thank you
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,539 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - DOH

Very good, first time travel with Qatar airlines, great, thank you
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
764 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,539 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - DOH

Very good, first time travel with Qatar airlines, great, thank you
Air Canada
7.0
Good
8,998 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,539 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - DOH

Very good, first time travel with Qatar airlines, great, thank you
Lufthansa
6.7
Okay
6,959 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,539 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Comfort

7.4

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - DOH

Very good, first time travel with Qatar airlines, great, thank you

Related info for your journey

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Indianapolis to Chennai return from ₹ 100,154. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Lufthansa, from ₹ 101,523, and Qatar Airways, from ₹ 109,648. Users have found that American Airlines is 12% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Chennai (average of ₹ 101). Flying from Indianapolis to Chennai in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 120). 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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