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Cheap flights from New York to Chennai from ₹ 28,906

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 21/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — MAA
6 Oct — 13 Oct1
1 adult

The best prices from New York to Chennai are usually found in September or October, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from New York to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) 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 1 October 2024.

Round-trip from

₹ 55,549

One-way from

₹ 28,906

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September
Kuwait Airways
  • Kuwait Airways
  • 14/10-19/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 00m total
  • New York to Chennai
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21/10
  • 21/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 20m total
  • New York to Chennai
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High demand for flights, 32% potential price rise
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Cheap Kuwait Airways flights from New York to Chennai

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Kuwait Airways for the route between New York and Chennai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 359,481 searches. Data last updated 1 October 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest Kuwait Airways flights we've come across from New York to Chennai. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Mon 7/1017:00JFK - MAA
1 stop23h 20mKuwait Airways
Tue 15/1002:50MAA - JFK
1 stop20h 40mKuwait Airways
Deal found 29/9₹ 53,454
Mon 14/1017:00JFK - MAA
1 stop23h 20mKuwait Airways
Sat 19/1002:50MAA - JFK
1 stop20h 40mKuwait Airways
Deal found 29/9₹ 55,549

Cheap Air India flights from New York to Chennai

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air India for the route between New York and Chennai. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 359,481 searches. Data last updated 1 October 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on Air India flights from New York to Chennai. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Fri 1/1112:15EWR - MAA
1 stop18h 50mAir India
Wed 13/1121:10MAA - EWR
1 stop20h 15mAir India
Deal found 30/9₹ 67,028
Thu 31/1011:55JFK - MAA
1 stop21h 45mAir India
Wed 13/1121:10MAA - JFK
1 stop20h 15mAir India
Deal found 29/9₹ 76,914

Cheap New York to Chennai flights in October & November 2024

Find cheap flight options from New York to Chennai specifically for the months of October and November 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 359,481 searches. Prices were last updated on 1 October 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Chennai in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Mon 7/1017:00JFK - MAA
1 stop23h 20mKuwait Airways
Tue 15/1002:50MAA - JFK
1 stop20h 40mKuwait Airways
Deal found 29/9₹ 53,454
Wed 30/1023:55EWR - MAA
2 stops34h 45mEmirates
Tue 5/1103:45MAA - EWR
2 stops27h 55mEmirates
Deal found 30/9₹ 60,744
Sun 6/1022:20JFK - MAA
2 stops42h 50mEmirates
Wed 6/1103:45MAA - JFK
2 stops25h 40mEmirates
Deal found 30/9₹ 62,000
Fri 25/1014:55JFK - MAA
1 stop23h 50mCathay Pacific
Sat 9/1101:50MAA - JFK
1 stop38h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 29/9₹ 63,090
Tue 29/1014:40JFK - MAA
1 stop26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/1115:50MAA - JFK
1 stop25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/9₹ 65,100
Mon 28/1013:55EWR - MAA
2 stops24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/1117:15MAA - EWR
2 stops30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/9₹ 65,687
Wed 30/1018:25LGA - MAA
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/1101:45MAA - LGA
2 stops26h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/9₹ 66,441
Tue 8/1012:00EWR - MAA
1 stop21h 40mAir India
Tue 29/1021:15MAA - EWR
1 stop21h 20mAir India
Deal found 30/9₹ 67,028
Mon 28/1018:00EWR - MAA
2 stops20h 25mLufthansa
Thu 14/1120:20MAA - EWR
2 stops26h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 30/9₹ 68,452

New York to Chennai 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between New York and Chennai in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 359,481 searches. Data last updated 1 October 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Chennai in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Mon 7/1017:00JFK - MAA
1 stop23h 20mKuwait Airways
Tue 15/1002:50MAA - JFK
1 stop20h 40mKuwait Airways
Deal found 29/9₹ 53,454
Wed 6/1123:45EWR - MAA
2 stops22h 00mEmirates
Tue 10/1203:45MAA - EWR
2 stops27h 55mEmirates
Deal found 30/9₹ 59,487
Tue 19/1122:20JFK - MAA
2 stops23h 25mEmirates
Sun 15/1203:45MAA - JFK
2 stops25h 40mEmirates
Deal found 29/9₹ 62,000
Fri 8/1109:00JFK - MAA
1 stop29h 05mCathay Pacific
Thu 14/1101:50MAA - JFK
1 stop38h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 29/9₹ 63,090
Tue 29/1014:40JFK - MAA
1 stop26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/1115:50MAA - JFK
1 stop25h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/9₹ 65,100
Mon 28/1013:55EWR - MAA
2 stops24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/1117:15MAA - EWR
2 stops30h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/9₹ 65,687
Tue 12/1118:05EWR - MAA
1 stop19h 20mLufthansa
Tue 19/1121:15MAA - EWR
2 stops29h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 30/9₹ 66,357
Wed 30/1018:25LGA - MAA
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/1101:45MAA - LGA
2 stops26h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/9₹ 66,441
Tue 8/1012:00EWR - MAA
1 stop21h 40mAir India
Tue 29/1021:15MAA - EWR
1 stop21h 20mAir India
Deal found 30/9₹ 67,028

New York to Chennai flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from New York to Chennai for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 359,481 searches. Data last updated 1 October 2024.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from New York to Chennai. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
Mon 7/1017:00JFK - MAA
1 stop23h 20mKuwait Airways
Tue 15/1002:50MAA - JFK
1 stop20h 40mKuwait Airways
Deal found 29/9₹ 53,454
Sun 6/1022:20JFK - MAA
2 stops42h 50mEmirates
Wed 6/1103:45MAA - JFK
2 stops25h 40mEmirates
Deal found 30/9₹ 62,000
Mon 7/1017:00JFK - MAA
1 stop23h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 27/1006:45MAA - JFK
1 stop34h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/9₹ 66,106
Tue 8/1012:00EWR - MAA
1 stop21h 40mAir India
Tue 29/1021:15MAA - EWR
1 stop21h 20mAir India
Deal found 30/9₹ 67,028
Wed 9/1021:30JFK - MAA
1 stop20h 00mQatar Airways
Sun 20/1004:20MAA - JFK
1 stop20h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 29/9₹ 72,892
Tue 8/1020:23EWR - MAA
2 stops42h 17mAir Canada
Tue 19/1117:00MAA - EWR
2 stops27h 08mAir Canada
Deal found 30/9₹ 73,228
Mon 14/1019:20LGA - MAA
2 stops29h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/1111:15MAA - LGA
2 stops32h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/9₹ 73,563
Wed 9/1014:00JFK - MAA
1 stop21h 05mEtihad Airways
Sat 19/1021:45MAA - JFK
1 stop20h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 29/9₹ 73,898
Fri 11/1021:45EWR - MAA
2 stops24h 55mEthiopian Air
Thu 17/1002:30MAA - EWR
2 stops26h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/9₹ 78,087

One-way flights to Chennai from New York

Search for one-way flight options from New York to Chennai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 359,481 searches. Data last updated 1 October 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from New York to Chennai. Users can also find round-trip New York to Chennai flights by using the search form above.
Mon 21/1000:30JFK - MAA
3 stops59h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/10₹ 28,906
Mon 14/1017:00JFK - MAA
1 stop23h 20mKuwait Airways
Deal found 29/9₹ 29,241
Sun 13/1023:00EWR - MAA
3 stops44h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/9₹ 30,665
Mon 28/1014:40JFK - MAA
1 stop26h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 30/9₹ 31,252
Mon 11/1118:05EWR - MAA
1 stop19h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 30/9₹ 39,295
Tue 8/1000:20JFK - MAA
3 stops31h 45mIndiGo
Deal found 30/9₹ 39,462
Wed 9/1008:34LGA - MAA
2 stops26h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/9₹ 40,635
Thu 24/1012:30JFK - MAA
1 stop21h 10mAir India
Deal found 30/9₹ 40,719
Tue 8/1017:30JFK - MAA
2 stops28h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 1/10₹ 40,803

Find flights from New York to Chennai within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from New York 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 359,481 searches. Data last updated 1 October 2024.

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₹ 55,549 - ₹ 71,049

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New York John F Kennedy IntlChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 14/10

1 stop23h 20m

Chennai

Sat 19/10

1 stop20h 40m

₹ 55,549

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Wed 6/11

2 stops22h 00m

Chennai

Tue 10/12

2 stops27h 55m

₹ 59,487

New York John F Kennedy IntlChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 25/10

1 stop23h 50m

Chennai

Sat 9/11

1 stop38h 25m

₹ 63,090

New York John F Kennedy IntlChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 10/11

2 stops27h 40m

Chennai

Mon 18/11

2 stops32h 38m

₹ 65,436

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Tue 12/11

1 stop19h 20m

Chennai

Tue 19/11

2 stops29h 20m

₹ 66,357

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Fri 1/11

1 stop18h 50m

Chennai

Wed 13/11

1 stop20h 15m

₹ 67,028

New York John F Kennedy IntlChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 17/11

1 stop38h 45m

Chennai

Sun 8/12

1 stop33h 20m

₹ 68,787

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Wed 29/1

2 stops40h 25m

Chennai

Tue 18/2

2 stops23h 43m

₹ 70,546

New York John F Kennedy IntlChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 1/12

1 stop24h 45m

Chennai

Fri 20/12

1 stop26h 25m

₹ 71,049

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 29/9

Best time to book a flight from New York to Chennai

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Travel insights for flights from New York to Chennai

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from New York to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 27 September 2024.

The best time to book flights from New York to Chennai is 44 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Chennai (average of ₹ 52,784). Flying from New York to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 100,122). 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 NYC to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 1 October 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from New York to Chennai at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 15% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from New York to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 29 September 2024.

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

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What are the most popular airlines that fly from New York to Chennai?

Our users search for these airlines the most often when looking for flights from New York to Chennai. Data last updated on 1 October 2024.

The most popular airlines flying from New York to Chennai are Emirates, Air India and Etihad Airways. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

Emirates

Emirates

From ₹ 948

Air India

Air India

From ₹ 677

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways

From ₹ 873

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

From ₹ 752

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 1 October 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New York to Chennai, such as Kuwait Airways, Air India and Air Canada. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,584 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,584 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,584 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,325 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,584 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Cathay Pacific
7.7
Good
890 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,584 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Qatar Airways
7.6
Good
3,953 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,584 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Air France
7.5
Good
1,574 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,584 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York 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 New York?

    If you book a flight to Chennai from New York, you will be flying to Chennai, which is the city’s only airport. Chennai (MAA) is located 16.5 km from the centre of Chennai. There are 0 flights from New York to Chennai per day from 6 different airlines.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from New York to Chennai return from ₹ 55,549. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Emirates, from ₹ 59,487, and Cathay Pacific, from ₹ 63,090. Kuwait Airways is currently priced 39% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Kuwait Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as ₹ 29,241. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways and Lufthansa, as they are both options that can get you from New York to Chennai for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Chennai?

    Most travellers choose New York John F Kennedy Intl - Chennai, Newark - Chennai or New York LaGuardia - Chennai when deciding on the best route from New York to Chennai.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Chennai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York 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 New York to Chennai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Chennai (average of ₹ 52,784). Flying from New York to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 100,122). 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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