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Cheap flights from the United States to Chennai from ₹ 34,136

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 16/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MAA
23 Dec — 30 Dec1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from USA to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from USA (US0) 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 18 December 2024.

Round-trip from

₹ 69,035

One-way from

₹ 34,136
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/5-20/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 35m total
  • USA to Chennai
16/2
  • 16/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 40m total
  • 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 18 December 2024.

Mon 30/1213:40JFK - MAA
1 stop20h 10mEtihad Airways
Tue 21/103:50MAA - JFK
1 stop22h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 18/12₹ 87,207
Tue 31/1223:35SFO - MAA
1 stop35h 30mCathay Pacific
Sat 25/101:50MAA - SFO
1 stop32h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/12₹ 88,650
Tue 31/1220:55JFK - MAA
2 stops24h 45mEthiopian Air
Tue 21/110:00MAA - JFK
2 stops43h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 17/12₹ 93,236
Sat 28/1211:35JFK - MAA
1 stop19h 20mAir India
Wed 12/221:10MAA - JFK
1 stop20h 15mAir India
Deal found 17/12₹ 94,085
Tue 31/1211:00DCA - MAA
2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/108:00MAA - DCA
3 stops44h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12₹ 94,594
Tue 31/1210:35IAD - MAA
2 stops27h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/115:25MAA - IAD
3 stops32h 56mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12₹ 95,019
Tue 31/1207:20ORD - MAA
2 stops29h 15mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/216:05MAA - ORD
2 stops34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12₹ 95,104
Wed 25/1213:10ORD - MAA
1 stop19h 40mEtihad Airways
Tue 21/103:50MAA - ORD
1 stop40h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 17/12₹ 95,698
Tue 31/1211:35SFO - MAA
2 stops45h 00mJapan Airlines
Wed 22/110:45MAA - SFO
2 stops36h 35mJapan Airlines
Deal found 16/12₹ 97,566
Sun 29/1210:30IAD - MAA
1 stop23h 10mEmirates
Wed 22/121:40MAA - IAD
1 stop21h 00mEmirates
Deal found 17/12₹ 98,755
Tue 31/1215:15ORD - MAA
1 stop21h 20mLufthansa
Tue 11/219:50MAA - ORD
2 stops29h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 16/12₹ 99,689
Tue 31/1209:45JFK - MAA
2 stops27h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/115:25MAA - JFK
3 stops34h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12₹ 100,029

Find flights from USA to Chennai within your budget

Customise 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 454,620 searches. Data last updated 18 December 2024.

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Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/5

21:05-02:50

1 stop20h 15m

Chennai

Tue 20/5

04:20-16:10

1 stop21h 20m

₹ 69,035

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 16/4

22:00-20:05

1 stop36h 35m

Chennai

Wed 14/5

16:30-16:35

1 stop33h 35m

₹ 69,120

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/5

15:20-00:10

1 stop23h 20m

Chennai

Thu 15/5

01:55-15:50

1 stop23h 25m

₹ 69,800

Washington, D.C.Chennai

DCA - MAA

DCAMAA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 16/4

11:00-00:10

2 stops27h 40m

Chennai

Tue 13/5

01:55-21:08

2 stops28h 43m

₹ 71,328

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Mon 21/4

17:25-00:10

2 stops21h 15m

Chennai

Wed 7/5

01:55-13:40

1 stop21h 15m

₹ 71,753

San JoseChennai

SJC - MAA

SJCMAA

San Jose

Thu 23/1

08:25-00:05

2 stops26h 10m

Chennai

Wed 14/5

01:55-17:46

2 stops28h 21m

₹ 72,517

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 10/3

23:05-00:05

2 stops39h 30m

Chennai

Tue 25/3

01:45-20:41

2 stops28h 26m

₹ 72,602

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Mon 21/4

17:25-00:10

2 stops21h 15m

Chennai

Wed 7/5

01:55-17:03

2 stops24h 38m

₹ 72,687

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Wed 26/2

11:15-17:25

1 stop19h 40m

Chennai

Tue 11/3

19:50-09:05

1 stop22h 45m

₹ 72,771

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/3

08:17-00:05

2 stops30h 18m

Chennai

Tue 25/3

01:45-20:41

2 stops28h 26m

₹ 73,451

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Best time to book a flight from USA to Chennai

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Travel insights for flights from USA to Chennai

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

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 ₹ 101). Flying from USA to Chennai in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 118). 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 18 December 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from USA to Chennai as you normally would.

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 18 December 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates, American Airlines and Qatar Airways from USA to Chennai by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very Good
1,443 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

8.3
Very Good
1,443 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,443 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

8.1
Very Good
3,412 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,443 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

8.1
Very Good
1,329 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,443 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

7.8
Good
1,349 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,443 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Excellent crew, great food and decent audio selection. Seats are wide and have plenty of leg room but could use some more padding.

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?

    Located just 16.5 km from the city centre, Chennai (MAA) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chennai from United States.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from USA to Chennai are Etihad Airways (₹ 35,409), Air India (₹ 36,513), and Lufthansa (₹ 43,221).

  • What are the most popular routes from USA to 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 holiday 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 ₹ 101). Flying from USA to Chennai in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 118). 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 454,620 searches. Data last updated 18 December 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest₹ 51,595Average₹ 112,163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 57,488Average₹ 104,642FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest₹ 62,337Average₹ 91,380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 66,824Average₹ 90,668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest₹ 66,985Average₹ 138,296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 75,027Average₹ 111,436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 80,470Average₹ 120,670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest₹ 82,331Average₹ 122,999FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapest₹ 94,976Average₹ 111,604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest₹ 120,626Average₹ 165,528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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