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Cheap flights from Raleigh to Chennai from ₹ 50,540

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 18/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — MAA
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Chennai are usually found in September or October, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

₹ 103,373

One-way from

₹ 50,540

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

₹ 141,341
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  • 4/3-30/3
  • 6 total stops
  • 79h 30m total
  • Raleigh to Chennai
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18/1
  • 18/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 39h 13m total
  • Raleigh to Chennai
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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 19 December 2024.

Tue 31/1206:00RDU - MAA
2 stops34h 15mEtihad Airways
Fri 10/116:15MAA - RDU
2 stops40h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 18/12₹ 143,040
Tue 24/1210:22RDU - MAA
2 stops29h 03mQatar Airways
Thu 16/103:45MAA - RDU
2 stops27h 31mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/12₹ 153,743
Fri 27/1218:20RDU - MAA
2 stops27h 10mAir France
Tue 14/120:45MAA - RDU
2 stops29h 55mAir France
Deal found 18/12₹ 173,704
Wed 25/1207:51RDU - MAA
2 stops32h 04mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/121:25MAA - RDU
2 stops55h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12₹ 175,742
Mon 30/1216:05RDU - MAA
1 stop21h 30mLufthansa
Fri 10/101:45MAA - RDU
1 stop23h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 18/12₹ 177,016
Tue 31/1207:15RDU - MAA
3 stops38h 25mEthiopian Air
Tue 7/110:00MAA - RDU
3 stops58h 57mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/12₹ 191,286
Tue 31/1213:05RDU - MAA
2 stops30h 00mBritish Airways
Sun 12/107:35MAA - RDU
2 stops26h 19mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/12₹ 209,804
Sat 21/1217:36RDU - MAA
2 stops25h 09mAmerican Airlines
Mon 30/1214:35MAA - RDU
2 stops32h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 18/12₹ 276,907
Tue 31/1210:53RDU - MAA
3 stops48h 47mSingapore Airlines
Fri 10/110:00MAA - RDU
3 stops46h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 18/12₹ 302,219

Find flights from Raleigh to Chennai within your budget

Customise 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 454,620 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

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RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/3

07:15-08:10

3 stops38h 25m

Chennai

Sun 30/3

03:00-10:35

3 stops41h 05m

₹ 103,373

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 12/2

17:05-02:45

2 stops23h 10m

Chennai

Wed 26/2

16:15-15:49

2 stops34h 04m

₹ 103,628

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 27/5

16:45-00:10

2 stops45h 55m

Chennai

Mon 28/7

01:55-13:45

1 stop21h 20m

₹ 104,392

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 27/5

15:40-00:10

1 stop23h 00m

Chennai

Mon 28/7

01:55-13:45

1 stop21h 20m

₹ 105,581

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 12/2

17:31-01:55

2 stops21h 54m

Chennai

Sat 22/2

03:45-19:33

2 stops50h 18m

₹ 108,130

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 16/3

10:35-00:05

2 stops28h 00m

Chennai

Sat 26/4

01:55-15:48

2 stops47h 23m

₹ 113,481

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 16/6

19:37-03:30

2 stops22h 23m

Chennai

Wed 25/6

05:35-17:22

2 stops45h 17m

₹ 125,457

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 16/6

16:50-09:20

3 stops31h 00m

Chennai

Wed 25/6

10:30-23:41

3 stops46h 41m

₹ 144,909

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 18/1

18:37-20:20

3 stops39h 13m

₹ 50,540

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 14/1

17:05-02:45

2 stops23h 10m

₹ 51,814

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Travel insights for flights from Raleigh to Chennai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Raleigh to Chennai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Raleigh to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Raleigh to Chennai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 51 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Chennai (average of ₹ 101). Flying from Raleigh 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 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 19 December 2024.

When flying from Raleigh 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 39% versus a flight at midday.

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 19 December 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Etihad Airways, Lufthansa and Qatar Airways from Raleigh to Chennai. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

KLM
7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,792 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,206 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews
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Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

Ethiopian Air
7.3
Good
780 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,331 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.7

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

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?

    Currently priced at ₹ 103,373, Ethiopian Air will fly you from Raleigh to Chennai and back. In addition to Ethiopian Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Etihad Airways and Lufthansa - these airlines can fly you to your destination from ₹ 103,628 and ₹ 105,581, respectively. These flights start at 12% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Etihad Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as ₹ 51,814. However, be on the lookout for offers from Lufthansa and Gulf Air, as they are both options that can get you from Raleigh to Chennai for a low price.

  • 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 holiday 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Chennai (average of ₹ 101). Flying from Raleigh 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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LufthansaCheapest₹ 103,593Average₹ 140,659FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 110,436Average₹ 134,968FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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