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Cheap flights from North America to Chennai from ₹ 35,106

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 28/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MAA
17 Dec — 24 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from North America to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from North America to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 November 2025.

Fri 5/1211:55JFK - MAA
1 stop22h 15mGulf Air
Sat 21/221:25MAA - JFK
1 stop22h 15mGulf Air
Deal found 16/11₹ 67,021
Fri 5/1211:55JFK - MAA
1 stop22h 15mGulf Air
Thu 18/1205:35MAA - JFK
1 stop38h 05mGulf Air
Deal found 16/11₹ 67,287
Tue 25/1113:40JFK - MAA
1 stop24h 25mCathay Pacific
Tue 23/1202:00MAA - JFK
1 stop38h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/11₹ 67,553
Tue 25/1113:40JFK - MAA
1 stop24h 25mCathay Pacific
Mon 22/1202:00MAA - JFK
1 stop44h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/11₹ 67,642
Sun 16/1113:40JFK - MAA
1 stop24h 25mCathay Pacific
Thu 4/1202:00MAA - JFK
1 stop44h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 15/11₹ 68,262
Sun 16/1101:45JFK - MAA
1 stop36h 20mCathay Pacific
Mon 24/1102:00MAA - JFK
1 stop44h 30mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/11₹ 68,351
Wed 26/1111:55JFK - MAA
1 stop30h 20mGulf Air
Tue 3/205:35MAA - JFK
1 stop38h 05mGulf Air
Deal found 17/11₹ 68,706
Fri 28/1111:55JFK - MAA
1 stop22h 15mGulf Air
Sat 20/1221:25MAA - JFK
1 stop22h 15mGulf Air
Deal found 17/11₹ 69,326
Wed 3/1214:35ORD - MAA
1 stop22h 30mCathay Pacific
Mon 2/202:00MAA - ORD
1 stop22h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 17/11₹ 69,415
Wed 3/1214:35ORD - MAA
1 stop22h 30mCathay Pacific
Sun 15/202:00MAA - ORD
1 stop22h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/11₹ 69,504
Mon 1/1214:35ORD - MAA
1 stop22h 30mCathay Pacific
Wed 10/1202:00MAA - ORD
1 stop22h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 16/11₹ 69,592
Wed 26/1111:55JFK - MAA
1 stop30h 20mGulf Air
Tue 16/1205:35MAA - JFK
1 stop38h 05mGulf Air
Deal found 16/11₹ 69,681

Cheap flight deals from North America to Chennai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for North America to Chennai flight deals. Data was last updated 17 November 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 66,755

One-way from

₹ 35,106

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

₹ 84,486
Kuwait Airways
  • Kuwait Airways
  • 21/2-10/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 35m total
  • North America to Chennai
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28/1
  • 28/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 40m total
  • North America to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (₹ 1,470,931 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (₹ 515,328 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from North America 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 November 2025.
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North America

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Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 14/1

21:45-05:35

1 stop20h 20m

Chennai

Mon 2/2

07:35-13:50

1 stop41h 45m

₹ 68,794

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 14/3

01:55-00:35

1 stop37h 10m

Chennai

Fri 17/4

01:30-13:10

1 stop45h 10m

₹ 69,770

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 25/2

22:20-08:45

3 stops47h 55m

Chennai

Wed 11/3

18:00-17:40

2 stops33h 10m

₹ 71,099

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/3

14:35-19:55

1 stop18h 50m

Chennai

Fri 20/3

03:55-10:05

1 stop39h 40m

₹ 71,188

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 14/2

15:00-14:40

1 stop37h 10m

Chennai

Sat 28/2

16:10-08:20

1 stop26h 40m

₹ 72,074

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Tue 17/2

18:40-08:45

2 stops27h 35m

Chennai

Tue 3/3

01:50-14:00

1 stop22h 40m

₹ 72,961

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 13/5

14:20-08:45

2 stops31h 55m

Chennai

Wed 4/11

01:50-20:05

1 stop29h 45m

₹ 73,050

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Wed 25/2

18:40-08:45

2 stops27h 35m

Chennai

Sat 14/3

01:50-17:00

1 stop24h 40m

₹ 73,050

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 13/2

20:30-08:45

2 stops49h 45m

Chennai

Sun 22/2

18:00-14:55

3 stops31h 25m

₹ 73,759

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Thu 7/5

14:40-08:55

2 stops29h 45m

Chennai

Mon 11/5

19:50-19:00

2 stops35h 40m

₹ 74,379

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Best time to book a flight from North America to Chennai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from North America to Chennai

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North America to Chennai (average of ₹ 51,507). Flying from North America to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 79,965). 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 NA to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from North America 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 17 November 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from North America to Chennai in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 11% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from North America to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from North America to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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

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 17 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from North America to Chennai. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,414 reviews
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Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Abdulqadir,Aug 2023

DXB - KHI

Its always the best in emirates airlines. Though it got some 15 mins delayed but the service was top notch. For kids they brought some activities as well and thier own kids meal. So everything was perfect
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,414 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,414 reviews
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Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Abdulqadir,Aug 2023

DXB - KHI

Its always the best in emirates airlines. Though it got some 15 mins delayed but the service was top notch. For kids they brought some activities as well and thier own kids meal. So everything was perfect
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,664 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,414 reviews
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Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Abdulqadir,Aug 2023

DXB - KHI

Its always the best in emirates airlines. Though it got some 15 mins delayed but the service was top notch. For kids they brought some activities as well and thier own kids meal. So everything was perfect
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,305 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,414 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Abdulqadir,Aug 2023

DXB - KHI

Its always the best in emirates airlines. Though it got some 15 mins delayed but the service was top notch. For kids they brought some activities as well and thier own kids meal. So everything was perfect
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,529 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,414 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Abdulqadir,Aug 2023

DXB - KHI

Its always the best in emirates airlines. Though it got some 15 mins delayed but the service was top notch. For kids they brought some activities as well and thier own kids meal. So everything was perfect
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,938 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,414 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Abdulqadir,Aug 2023

DXB - KHI

Its always the best in emirates airlines. Though it got some 15 mins delayed but the service was top notch. For kids they brought some activities as well and thier own kids meal. So everything was perfect

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from North America 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 North America?

    If you book a flight to Chennai from North America, 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 North America to Chennai?

    Departing from North America to Chennai will take you 20h 20m. The distance between North America and Chennai is about 13773 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as ₹ 39,628 on Air India. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from ₹ 40,248 and Lufthansa from ₹ 45,035 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from North America to Chennai?

    The most popular flight routes from North America to Chennai are New York John F Kennedy Intl - Chennai, Newark - Chennai and San Francisco - Chennai.

  • Can I find deals for flights from North America to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from North America to Chennai?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from North America to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from North America 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 North America to Chennai?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North America to Chennai (average of ₹ 51,507). Flying from North America to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 79,965). 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 8 airlines flying from North America to Chennai

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from North America 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 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest₹ 59,856Average₹ 80,263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 64,857Average₹ 95,604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest₹ 67,031Average₹ 145,400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 69,972Average₹ 105,978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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LufthansaCheapest₹ 74,341Average₹ 118,251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapest₹ 74,701Average₹ 135,704FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 76,595Average₹ 156,606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 83,625Average₹ 131,040FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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