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Cheap flights from North America to Chennai from ₹ 35,598

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 7/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MAA
27 May — 3 Jun1
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 27 April 2026.

Sun 3/515:10
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Mon 1/616:05
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/4₹ 74,776
Mon 4/521:00
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Tue 26/504:10
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop23h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/4₹ 75,058
Thu 8/1021:00
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Tue 27/1003:25
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop23h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/4₹ 75,435
Mon 4/515:10
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop31h 45m
Etihad Airways
Tue 2/621:55
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/4₹ 75,529
Fri 1/515:10
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Mon 15/616:05
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/4₹ 75,623
Tue 5/515:10
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 3/616:05
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/4₹ 75,717
Wed 14/1015:10
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop25h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 26/1021:40
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop21h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/4₹ 76,094
Sat 2/515:10
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Sat 23/504:05
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop39h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/4₹ 76,188
Mon 4/515:10
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 27/516:05
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/4₹ 76,282
Wed 13/515:10
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Thu 5/1110:00
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop33h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/4₹ 76,471
Fri 1/515:10
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Mon 1/616:05
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 26/4₹ 76,659
Mon 10/821:10
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop18h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 26/810:15
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop32h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/4₹ 81,274

Find 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 27 April 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 75,435

One-way from

₹ 35,598

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

₹ 97,566
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 8/10-27/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 43h 10m total
  • North America to Chennai
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7/5
  • 7/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 45m total
  • North America to Chennai
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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 27 April 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/9

20:35-02:30

1 stop19h 25m

Chennai

Thu 10/9

04:05-15:45

1 stop22h 10m

₹ 92,386

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 28/8

14:20-22:00

2 stops43h 10m

Chennai

Tue 22/9

23:15-19:40

1 stop32h 55m

₹ 92,386

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 26/8

14:20-09:20

2 stops30h 30m

Chennai

Wed 16/9

10:30-19:40

1 stop21h 40m

₹ 92,386

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 11/5

23:00-02:30

1 stop18h 00m

Chennai

Thu 21/5

04:05-18:55

2 stops24h 20m

₹ 92,952

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 13/7

22:20-08:05

2 stops24h 15m

Chennai

Thu 23/7

22:05-08:50

1 stop20h 15m

₹ 95,400

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Mon 11/5

16:05-20:30

1 stop39h 55m

Chennai

Thu 21/5

09:50-14:00

1 stop40h 40m

₹ 99,544

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 31/7

11:20-08:05

1 stop35h 15m

Chennai

Tue 1/9

04:05-18:55

2 stops48h 20m

₹ 99,826

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 13/7

22:20-08:05

2 stops24h 15m

Chennai

Sat 25/7

22:05-18:55

2 stops30h 20m

₹ 101,710

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 10/9

11:40-02:25

2 stops26h 15m

Chennai

Thu 24/9

04:05-20:00

2 stops28h 25m

₹ 103,311

DallasChennai

DFW - MAA

DFWMAA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 11/5

08:49-20:10

2 stops24h 51m

Chennai

Tue 2/6

04:05-21:20

2 stops27h 45m

₹ 107,643

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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

How far ahead should I book a flight from North America to Chennai?

The best time to book flights from North America to Chennai is 53 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.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North America to Chennai (average of ₹ 89,279). Flying from North America to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 156,049). 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.

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 27 April 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific,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.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,302 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,302 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,302 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,725 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,302 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,433 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,302 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,923 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,302 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,961 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,302 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Comfort

7.6

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.

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 18h. The distance between North America and Chennai is about 13467 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 ₹ 29,628 on Air India. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Cathay Pacific from ₹ 32,515 and Etihad Airways from ₹ 32,820 one-way.

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

    The most popular flight routes from North America to Chennai are San Francisco - Chennai, New York John F Kennedy Intl - Chennai and Newark - 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North America to Chennai (average of ₹ 89,279). Flying from North America to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 156,049). 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 27 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 31,523Average₹ 101,759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest₹ 58,644Average₹ 147,620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest₹ 63,348Average₹ 92,515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 68,076Average₹ 123,289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapest₹ 71,605Average₹ 176,015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapest₹ 79,355Average₹ 151,740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 81,367Average₹ 147,048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 90,990Average₹ 161,028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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