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Cheap flights from Raleigh to Chennai from ₹ 80,444

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 23/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — MAA
13 Dec — 20 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Chennai are usually found in October or September, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 November 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 99,049

One-way from

₹ 80,444

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

₹ 123,944
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 9/1-22/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 55h 53m total
  • Raleigh to Chennai
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23/12
  • 23/12
  • 3 total stops
  • 50h 45m total
  • Raleigh to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (₹ 1,110,490 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (₹ 283,279 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 November 2025.

Mon 17/1110:45RDU - MAA
2 stops22h 40mEtihad Airways
Wed 19/1116:10MAA - RDU
2 stops35h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 13/11₹ 103,124
Wed 12/1116:45RDU - MAA
2 stops40h 40mEtihad Airways
Wed 3/1203:55MAA - RDU
2 stops28h 26mEtihad Airways
Deal found 11/11₹ 104,276
Mon 17/1113:25RDU - MAA
3 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 19/1118:00MAA - RDU
2 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11₹ 108,705
Sun 30/1119:35RDU - MAA
3 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1221:40MAA - RDU
2 stops31h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/11₹ 113,844
Thu 25/1218:55RDU - MAA
2 stops26h 25mKLM
Sat 31/119:05MAA - RDU
2 stops32h 10mKLM
Deal found 12/11₹ 118,539
Thu 20/1106:00RDU - MAA
2 stops32h 40mEthiopian Air
Fri 28/1102:30MAA - RDU
3 stops31h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/11₹ 121,463
Fri 26/1219:40RDU - MAA
2 stops41h 55mLufthansa
Wed 28/101:50MAA - RDU
1 stop22h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 12/11₹ 122,615
Wed 19/1115:15RDU - MAA
2 stops22h 20mLufthansa
Mon 1/1218:00MAA - RDU
3 stops35h 17mLufthansa
Deal found 12/11₹ 124,298
Sun 30/1120:40RDU - MAA
1 stop22h 25mBritish Airways
Thu 11/1207:35MAA - RDU
2 stops36h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/11₹ 124,475

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Chennai that are best for you.

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Raleigh

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Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 29/4

17:42-02:50

2 stops23h 38m

Chennai

Sat 2/5

03:55-23:08

2 stops28h 43m

₹ 99,935

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 29/4

15:40-00:10

1 stop23h 00m

Chennai

Sun 3/5

19:50-13:45

2 stops27h 25m

₹ 110,123

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 30/11

06:00-00:35

2 stops32h 05m

Chennai

Wed 10/12

02:00-23:56

2 stops32h 26m

₹ 114,730

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 25/12

18:55-07:50

2 stops26h 25m

Chennai

Sat 31/1

19:05-16:45

2 stops32h 10m

₹ 118,539

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 8/1

16:15-00:05

1 stop21h 20m

Chennai

Mon 19/1

01:50-21:33

2 stops30h 13m

₹ 128,019

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 16/1

20:45-05:35

1 stop22h 20m

Chennai

Fri 23/1

05:55-17:50

2 stops46h 25m

₹ 135,195

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 7/1

13:29-20:10

2 stops44h 11m

Chennai

Sat 24/1

09:50-21:46

2 stops46h 26m

₹ 136,436

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/12

13:25-00:05

2 stops24h 10m

Chennai

Sun 11/1

01:50-21:13

2 stops29h 53m

₹ 144,763

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 25/12

16:00-00:05

1 stop21h 35m

Chennai

Thu 29/1

01:50-21:33

2 stops30h 13m

₹ 164,254

RaleighChennai

RDU - MAA

RDUMAA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 23/12

13:05-02:20

3 stops50h 45m

₹ 80,444

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Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Chennai

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Raleigh to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 7 November 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Raleigh to Chennai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 74 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 Raleigh to Chennai?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Chennai (average of ₹ 13,378). Flying from Raleigh to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 128,905). 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 RDU to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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 November 2025.

When flying from Raleigh to Chennai, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 38% versus a flight at midday.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Raleigh to Chennai?

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 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Lufthansa from Raleigh to Chennai. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,570 reviews
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Overall

6.8

Boarding

7.0

Food

6.3

Comfort

6.8

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Priyank,Jun 2025

MUC - BOM

Flight was delayed, and they forgot to load headphones for the entertainment system.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,570 reviews
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,570 reviews
Check prices

Overall

6.8

Boarding

7.0

Food

6.3

Comfort

6.8

Entertainment

6.4

Crew

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Priyank,Jun 2025

MUC - BOM

Flight was delayed, and they forgot to load headphones for the entertainment system.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Raleigh to Chennai?

    For as low as ₹ 135,195, Qatar Airways can have you in Chennai from Raleigh in 22h 20m. Raleigh and Chennai are separated by a distance of 14138 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Raleigh to Chennai round-trip?

    Currently priced at ₹ 108,738, Lufthansa will fly you from Raleigh to Chennai and back. In addition to Lufthansa, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. This flight start at 6% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Chennai (average of ₹ 13,378). Flying from Raleigh to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 128,905). 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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LufthansaCheapest₹ 108,738Average₹ 126,989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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