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Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Chennai from ₹ 39,633

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 21/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — MAA
18 May — 25 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Philadelphia to Chennai are usually found in March or February, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 13 May 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 76,465

One-way from

₹ 39,633

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

₹ 90,383
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 25/8-13/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 50m total
  • Philadelphia to Chennai
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American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 21/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 36m total
  • Philadelphia to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (₹ 1,121,049 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (₹ 353,256 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 May 2025.

Mon 25/820:30PHL - MAA
1 stop27h 10mQatar Airways
Sat 13/921:50MAA - PHL
1 stop20h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/5₹ 76,465
Wed 22/1017:35PHL - MAA
1 stop21h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/1101:45MAA - PHL
2 stops48h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/5₹ 77,229
Wed 22/1010:20PHL - MAA
2 stops24h 20mEtihad Airways
Tue 11/1116:15MAA - PHL
2 stops35h 37mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/5₹ 79,266
Wed 22/1017:35PHL - MAA
1 stop21h 05mLufthansa
Mon 10/1101:45MAA - PHL
1 stop24h 45mLufthansa
Deal found 12/5₹ 79,520
Sun 24/807:30PHL - MAA
2 stops31h 10mAir Canada
Thu 11/901:55MAA - PHL
2 stops29h 43mAir Canada
Deal found 11/5₹ 85,036
Mon 26/518:30PHL - MAA
1 stop23h 30mBritish Airways
Mon 2/605:35MAA - PHL
1 stop20h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 13/5₹ 105,065

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia 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 13 May 2025.
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Philadelphia

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Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PhiladelphiaChennai

PHL - MAA

PHLMAA

Philadelphia

Mon 25/8

20:30-09:10

1 stop27h 10m

Chennai

Sat 13/9

21:50-09:00

1 stop20h 40m

₹ 76,465

PhiladelphiaChennai

PHL - MAA

PHLMAA

Philadelphia

Wed 22/10

17:35-00:10

1 stop21h 05m

Chennai

Mon 10/11

01:45-15:51

2 stops48h 36m

₹ 77,229

PhiladelphiaChennai

PHL - MAA

PHLMAA

Philadelphia

Wed 22/10

10:20-20:10

2 stops24h 20m

Chennai

Tue 11/11

16:15-17:22

2 stops35h 37m

₹ 79,266

PhiladelphiaChennai

PHL - MAA

PHLMAA

Philadelphia

Wed 22/10

17:35-00:10

1 stop21h 05m

Chennai

Mon 10/11

01:45-16:00

1 stop24h 45m

₹ 79,520

PhiladelphiaChennai

PHL - MAA

PHLMAA

Philadelphia

Sun 24/8

07:30-00:10

2 stops31h 10m

Chennai

Thu 11/9

01:55-22:08

2 stops29h 43m

₹ 85,036

PhiladelphiaChennai

PHL - MAA

PHLMAA

Philadelphia

Mon 26/5

18:30-03:30

1 stop23h 30m

Chennai

Wed 4/6

05:35-16:25

1 stop20h 20m

₹ 105,065

PhiladelphiaChennai

PHL - MAA

PHLMAA

Philadelphia

Wed 21/5

10:59-10:05

2 stops37h 36m

₹ 39,633

PhiladelphiaChennai

PHL - MAA

PHLMAA

Philadelphia

Thu 28/8

10:25-20:10

2 stops24h 15m

₹ 51,684

PhiladelphiaChennai

PHL - MAA

PHLMAA

Philadelphia

Sat 4/10

15:25-05:20

2 stops28h 25m

₹ 57,455

PhiladelphiaChennai

PHL - MAA

PHLMAA

Philadelphia

Sat 4/10

20:30-02:50

1 stop20h 50m

₹ 58,134

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Best time to book a flight from Philadelphia to Chennai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Philadelphia to Chennai

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Philadelphia to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 9 May 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Philadelphia to Chennai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 50 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 Philadelphia to Chennai?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Chennai (average of ₹ 100). Flying from Philadelphia to Chennai in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 120). 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 PHL to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 13 May 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Philadelphia to Chennai in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 34% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

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 13 May 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with SWISS, Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways from Philadelphia to Chennai to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,593 reviews
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Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Madhukar,Nov 2024

ZRH - BOM

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,593 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,593 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Madhukar,Nov 2024

ZRH - BOM

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,570 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,593 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Madhukar,Nov 2024

ZRH - BOM

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,206 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,593 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Madhukar,Nov 2024

ZRH - BOM

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,593 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Madhukar,Nov 2024

ZRH - BOM

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.
Air Canada
7.0
Good
9,331 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,593 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Madhukar,Nov 2024

ZRH - BOM

Indian Veg food selection and quality definitely needs a better chef.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Philadelphia to Chennai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Qatar Airways, at ₹ 76,465, was found to be the cheapest airline from Philadelphia to Chennai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Etihad Airways and Lufthansa. These flights start at 23% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at ₹ 39,633. Etihad Airways flights start at ₹ 51,684 while deals on Qatar Airways start at ₹ 58,134 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Philadelphia to Chennai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Chennai?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Chennai (average of ₹ 100). Flying from Philadelphia to Chennai in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 120). 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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