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Cheap flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C. from ₹ 48,350

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 9/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — WAS
1 Apr — 8 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chennai to Washington, D.C. are usually found in October or November, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Friday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Chennai to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chennai (MAA) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 27 March 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 87,184

One-way from

₹ 48,350

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

₹ 96,186
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 2/6-16/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 35m total
  • Chennai to Washington, D.C.
9/4
  • 9/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 46h 36m total
  • Chennai to Washington, D.C.
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price (₹ 1,912,484 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease (₹ 683,329 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025

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Cheapest flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 March 2025.

Mon 2/601:55MAA - IAD
1 stop21h 05mLufthansa
Sat 16/822:10IAD - MAA
1 stop40h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 26/3₹ 87,184
Thu 5/601:55MAA - IAD
1 stop22h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/1022:10IAD - MAA
2 stops40h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3₹ 87,356
Wed 25/605:35MAA - IAD
1 stop24h 05mBritish Airways
Tue 9/917:20IAD - MAA
2 stops24h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/3₹ 87,784
Mon 5/504:15MAA - IAD
1 stop21h 25mEtihad Airways
Tue 9/922:05IAD - MAA
1 stop24h 55mEtihad Airways
Deal found 25/3₹ 88,385
Mon 31/315:00MAA - IAD
2 stops38h 15mIndiGo
Thu 1/521:40IAD - MAA
2 stops27h 00mIndiGo
Deal found 26/3₹ 89,070
Tue 24/601:55MAA - IAD
2 stops39h 29mAir Canada
Wed 10/909:55IAD - MAA
2 stops28h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 24/3₹ 90,785
Wed 25/605:35MAA - BWI
1 stop23h 30mBritish Airways
Mon 8/921:20BWI - MAA
1 stop20h 40mBritish Airways
Deal found 24/3₹ 91,128
Fri 6/605:35MAA - DCA
2 stops26h 15mBritish Airways
Sun 5/1019:45DCA - MAA
2 stops22h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 26/3₹ 95,071
Wed 7/504:20MAA - IAD
1 stop20h 50mQatar Airways
Wed 10/921:00IAD - MAA
1 stop20h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 25/3₹ 95,586
Thu 5/601:55MAA - DCA
2 stops27h 28mAir Canada
Sun 5/1009:40DCA - MAA
2 stops29h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 26/3₹ 97,386
Thu 5/620:10MAA - IAD
2 stops29h 40mAir France
Sat 2/821:20IAD - MAA
2 stops47h 15mAir France
Deal found 26/3₹ 97,557
Tue 13/521:05MAA - IAD
2 stops32h 10mTurkish Airlines
Tue 10/613:30IAD - MAA
2 stops35h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 25/3₹ 98,329

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C. 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 27 March 2025.
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Fly from

Chennai

Fly to

Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Mon 2/6

01:55-13:30

1 stop21h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 16/8

22:10-00:10

1 stop40h 30m

₹ 87,184

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Thu 5/6

01:55-15:15

1 stop22h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 5/10

22:10-00:10

2 stops40h 30m

₹ 87,356

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Wed 25/6

05:35-20:10

1 stop24h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/9

17:20-03:30

2 stops24h 40m

₹ 87,784

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Mon 5/5

04:15-16:10

1 stop21h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/9

22:05-08:30

1 stop24h 55m

₹ 88,385

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Sat 12/4

15:00-19:45

2 stops38h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 10/5

21:40-12:15

2 stops29h 05m

₹ 90,013

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - DCA

MAADCA

Chennai

Tue 24/6

01:55-10:18

2 stops41h 53m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 5/9

06:00-00:10

2 stops32h 40m

₹ 90,271

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - DCA

MAADCA

Chennai

Thu 26/6

05:35-23:07

2 stops27h 02m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/9

17:00-03:30

2 stops25h 00m

₹ 90,356

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Tue 24/6

01:55-07:54

2 stops39h 29m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 10/9

09:55-00:10

2 stops28h 45m

₹ 90,785

ChennaiBaltimore

MAA - BWI

MAABWI

Chennai

Wed 25/6

05:35-19:35

1 stop23h 30m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 8/9

21:20-03:30

1 stop20h 40m

₹ 91,128

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Sat 10/5

22:00-16:20

2 stops27h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 17/5

18:30-10:05

2 stops30h 05m

₹ 95,414

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to Washington, D.C.

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Chennai to Washington, D.C.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chennai to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

Booking 52 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C.. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Washington, D.C. (average of ₹ 911). Flying from Chennai to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 1,433). 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.

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 66.0 - 102.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 102.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 66.0 mm.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated 27 March 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Emirates and SWISS from Chennai to Washington, D.C. 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.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 16.5 km from the city centre, Chennai is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Washington, D.C. from Chennai. Booking flights from Chennai (MAA) to Washington, D.C. should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Washington, D.C. from 6 different airlines.

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

    Currently priced at ₹ 87,184, Lufthansa will fly you from Chennai to Washington, D.C. and back. In addition to Lufthansa, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from British Airways and Etihad Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from ₹ 87,784 and ₹ 88,385, respectively. These flights start at 21% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    ₹ 52,122 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 SWISS and Qatar Airways, with prices starting from ₹ 52,894 and ₹ 53,065, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Washington, D.C. (average of ₹ 911). Flying from Chennai to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 1,433). 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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