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Cheap flights from the United States to Chennai from ₹ 28,673

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 8/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MAA
10 Apr — 17 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from USA to Chennai

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Cheapest flights from USA to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 March 2026.

Sat 5/911:45
SFO
-
MAA
1 stop21h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 21/923:15
MAA
-
SFO
1 stop23h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 9/3₹ 67,915
Mon 23/312:05
EWR
-
MAA
1 stop25h 05m
Air India
Sun 17/508:05
MAA
-
EWR
1 stop34h 25m
Air India
Deal found 8/3₹ 68,283
Fri 4/911:45
SFO
-
MAA
2 stops31h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 13/910:30
MAA
-
SFO
1 stop35h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/3₹ 68,374
Thu 30/710:30
SFO
-
MAA
2 stops25h 30m
Air India
Wed 9/916:20
MAA
-
SFO
2 stops27h 10m
Air India
Deal found 9/3₹ 68,466
Mon 30/311:30
EWR
-
MAA
1 stop22h 10m
Air India
Wed 14/1009:50
MAA
-
EWR
1 stop32h 40m
Air India
Deal found 10/3₹ 68,558
Thu 30/710:30
SFO
-
MAA
2 stops29h 55m
Air India
Thu 10/906:00
MAA
-
SFO
2 stops24h 15m
Air India
Deal found 9/3₹ 69,110
Wed 29/415:00
JFK
-
MAA
1 stop28h 50m
Gulf Air
Tue 2/606:10
MAA
-
JFK
1 stop37h 20m
Gulf Air
Deal found 10/3₹ 69,110
Sun 11/1011:30
EWR
-
MAA
1 stop23h 10m
Air India
Thu 18/221:10
MAA
-
EWR
1 stop21h 35m
Air India
Deal found 8/3₹ 69,202
Wed 22/414:00
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop31h 55m
Etihad Airways
Wed 29/410:15
MAA
-
ORD
1 stop32h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/3₹ 69,293
Sat 25/411:10
JFK
-
MAA
1 stop19h 00m
Air India
Wed 27/521:10
MAA
-
JFK
1 stop20h 40m
Air India
Deal found 8/3₹ 69,293
Wed 8/415:10
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 15/410:15
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop33h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/3₹ 69,477
Wed 22/413:10
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop24h 50m
Air India
Sat 6/609:50
MAA
-
ORD
2 stops35h 50m
Air India
Deal found 7/3₹ 69,477

Find flight deals from USA to Chennai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for USA to Chennai flight deals. Data was last updated 11 March 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 67,915

One-way from

₹ 28,673

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

₹ 76,554
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 5/9-21/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 50m total
  • USA to Chennai
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Air India
  • Air India
  • 8/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 36h 05m total
  • USA to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (₹ 1,192,866 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease (₹ 551,602 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from USA 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 11 March 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 5/4

15:10-08:25

1 stop31h 45m

Chennai

Wed 15/4

16:05-09:45

1 stop27h 10m

₹ 71,775
Fastest return journey

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 11/4

21:00-02:40

1 stop20h 10m

Chennai

Fri 17/4

03:55-16:05

1 stop21h 40m

₹ 83,079

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Tue 1/9

21:45-08:45

2 stops49h 30m

Chennai

Wed 30/9

20:40-13:20

2 stops26h 10m

₹ 84,090

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Thu 30/4

14:00-04:55

2 stops26h 25m

Chennai

Sun 24/5

18:00-16:15

2 stops34h 45m

₹ 88,501

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/6

15:25-00:10

1 stop23h 15m

Chennai

Wed 19/8

01:55-16:05

1 stop23h 40m

₹ 88,960

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 28/4

22:20-08:05

2 stops24h 15m

Chennai

Mon 4/5

22:05-08:50

1 stop20h 15m

₹ 89,236

ChicagoChennai

ORD - MAA

ORDMAA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/5

21:30-04:55

3 stops44h 55m

Chennai

Mon 11/5

18:00-15:55

2 stops32h 25m

₹ 89,696

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Fri 10/4

10:30-04:55

1 stop29h 55m

Chennai

Wed 29/4

21:40-07:00

1 stop21h 50m

₹ 91,442

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Wed 29/4

23:55-08:05

2 stops22h 40m

Chennai

Mon 4/5

09:50-21:20

2 stops45h 00m

₹ 91,442

SeattleChennai

SEA - MAA

SEAMAA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 9/4

23:33-02:50

2 stops38h 47m

Chennai

Thu 23/4

21:55-22:38

2 stops37h 13m

₹ 92,269

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United States to Chennai

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Chennai (average of ₹ 57,990). Flying from USA to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 82,527). 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 11 March 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Qatar Airways,Etihad Airways, andLufthansa from the United States to Chennai have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,743 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,743 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,743 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,425 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,743 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,841 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,743 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,781 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,743 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,969 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,743 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.3

Boarding

7.5

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Chris,Jul 2025

DFW - DOH

Too crammed for the amount you have to pay. That was very uncomfortable

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from USA 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 United States?

    Located just 16.5 km from the city centre, Chennai (MAA) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chennai from United States.

  • How long is the flight from USA to Chennai?

    There are many flights that can get you from USA to Chennai in 20h 10m. Fly via Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, or SWISS to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 13781 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from USA to Chennai are Air India (₹ 29,154), Etihad Airways (₹ 31,673), and Cathay Pacific (₹ 31,730).

  • What are the most popular routes from USA to Chennai?

    Most travellers choose San Francisco - Chennai, New York John F Kennedy Intl - Chennai or Dallas/Fort Worth - Chennai when deciding on the best route from USA to Chennai.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Chennai (average of ₹ 57,990). Flying from USA to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 82,527). 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 7 airlines flying from USA to Chennai

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from USA 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 11 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 30,762Average₹ 104,048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapest₹ 61,818Average₹ 90,281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 66,432Average₹ 108,509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest₹ 67,150Average₹ 148,436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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British AirwaysCheapest₹ 77,439Average₹ 140,533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 79,402Average₹ 133,610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 88,792Average₹ 136,388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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