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Cheap flights from New York State to Chennai from ₹ 43,062

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 25/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — MAA
16 Jun — 23 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from New York to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 May 2026.

Fri 25/915:00
JFK
-
MAA
1 stop20h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 28/1103:15
MAA
-
JFK
1 stop21h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5₹ 89,672
Sat 12/915:45
JFK
-
MAA
1 stop18h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sat 26/904:05
MAA
-
JFK
1 stop21h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/5₹ 89,960
Tue 15/915:45
JFK
-
MAA
1 stop18h 55m
Etihad Airways
Mon 21/904:05
MAA
-
JFK
1 stop21h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/5₹ 90,056
Wed 15/715:45
JFK
-
MAA
1 stop31h 10m
Etihad Airways
Fri 31/710:15
MAA
-
JFK
1 stop31h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/5₹ 90,152
Fri 18/911:10
JFK
-
MAA
1 stop21h 40m
Air India
Tue 22/921:05
MAA
-
JFK
1 stop20h 45m
Air India
Deal found 13/5₹ 90,248
Thu 16/715:45
JFK
-
MAA
1 stop37h 50m
Etihad Airways
Wed 29/716:05
MAA
-
JFK
1 stop33h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/5₹ 90,344
Fri 23/1011:10
JFK
-
MAA
1 stop21h 40m
Air India
Sat 17/421:00
MAA
-
JFK
1 stop20h 50m
Air India
Deal found 15/5₹ 90,440
Sat 18/722:20
JFK
-
MAA
1 stop31h 15m
Etihad Airways
Thu 3/1210:00
MAA
-
JFK
1 stop32h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/5₹ 90,536
Thu 3/911:10
JFK
-
MAA
1 stop21h 40m
Air India
Sat 19/921:05
MAA
-
JFK
1 stop20h 45m
Air India
Deal found 16/5₹ 90,631
Sat 5/915:45
JFK
-
MAA
1 stop18h 55m
Etihad Airways
Tue 29/904:05
MAA
-
JFK
1 stop21h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 13/5₹ 90,727
Tue 7/711:55
JFK
-
MAA
1 stop21h 45m
Air India
Wed 29/721:40
MAA
-
JFK
1 stop45h 30m
Air India
Deal found 14/5₹ 90,823
Tue 14/715:45
JFK
-
MAA
1 stop31h 10m
Etihad Airways
Wed 19/816:05
MAA
-
JFK
1 stop33h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/5₹ 90,919

Find flight deals from New York to Chennai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New York to Chennai flight deals. Data was last updated 17 May 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 89,577

One-way from

₹ 43,062

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

₹ 102,140
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 15/7-20/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 64h 35m total
  • New York to Chennai
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 25/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 35m total
  • New York to Chennai
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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 454,620 searches. Data last updated 17 May 2026.
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Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

BuffaloChennai

BUF - MAA

BUFMAA

Buffalo

Sat 15/8

10:25-20:10

2 stops24h 15m

Chennai

Sun 6/9

04:05-00:05

2 stops29h 30m

₹ 98,112

BuffaloChennai

BUF - MAA

BUFMAA

Buffalo

Sat 15/8

10:25-02:25

2 stops30h 30m

Chennai

Sat 5/9

04:05-00:09

2 stops29h 34m

₹ 98,112

BuffaloChennai

BUF - MAA

BUFMAA

Buffalo

Sun 20/9

17:18-02:50

2 stops24h 02m

Chennai

Wed 23/9

03:55-20:09

2 stops25h 44m

₹ 99,647

BuffaloChennai

BUF - MAA

BUFMAA

Buffalo

Sat 26/9

17:26-02:40

2 stops23h 44m

Chennai

Tue 29/9

03:55-23:03

2 stops28h 38m

₹ 101,853
Fastest return journey

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/8

22:20-02:25

1 stop18h 35m

Chennai

Wed 26/8

04:05-16:00

1 stop21h 25m

₹ 118,348

White PlainsChennai

HPN - MAA

HPNMAA

White Plains Westchester County

Wed 9/9

16:24-02:40

2 stops24h 46m

Chennai

Wed 28/10

04:05-22:00

2 stops27h 25m

₹ 126,117

White PlainsChennai

HPN - MAA

HPNMAA

White Plains Westchester County

Thu 1/10

16:24-02:40

2 stops24h 46m

Chennai

Sun 4/10

03:55-22:00

2 stops27h 35m

₹ 132,447

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 19/10

00:25-10:20

2 stops24h 25m

Chennai

Fri 16/4

22:10-17:55

2 stops29h 15m

₹ 133,214

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/8

06:50-10:20

2 stops42h 00m

Chennai

Sat 22/8

23:45-22:30

2 stops32h 15m

₹ 135,228

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/8

06:50-10:20

2 stops42h 00m

Chennai

Sun 16/8

23:45-22:30

2 stops32h 15m

₹ 135,228

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York State to Chennai

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

The price you pay for your flight from State of New York to Chennai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 53 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 State of New York to Chennai?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of New York to Chennai (average of ₹ 81,137). Flying from State of New York to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 143,092). 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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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.

  • How long is the flight from State of New York to Chennai?

    Departing from State of New York to Chennai will take you 24h 02m. The distance between State of New York and Chennai is about 13425 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The most popular route from State of New York to Chennai is New York John F Kennedy Intl - Chennai. You may also consider Newark - Chennai or New York LaGuardia - 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 State of New York to Chennai?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from State of New York to Chennai (average of ₹ 81,137). Flying from State of New York to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 143,092). 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 2 airlines flying from New York to Chennai

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from New York 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 17 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest₹ 71,929Average₹ 110,745FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 72,061Average₹ 99,040FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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