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Cheap flights from the United States to Chennai from ₹ 38,460

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 26/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MAA
26 Aug — 2 Sep1
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 27 July 2026.

Mon 10/815:10
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop19h 40m
Etihad Airways
Sun 11/1010:15
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop33h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/7₹ 82,704
Fri 9/1015:10
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop38h 00m
Etihad Airways
Sat 24/1021:55
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop21h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/7₹ 82,897
Wed 18/1114:35
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop25h 30m
Etihad Airways
Sat 28/1116:10
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop27h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/7₹ 83,283
Fri 4/921:00
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Sat 26/904:20
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop20h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/7₹ 83,572
Fri 4/915:10
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Thu 10/910:15
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop33h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 26/7₹ 84,246
Fri 28/821:00
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop20h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sun 13/904:20
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop20h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/7₹ 84,343
Tue 8/913:25
DCA
-
MAA
2 stops21h 15m
Etihad Airways
Sat 19/904:05
MAA
-
DCA
2 stops26h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/7₹ 84,439
Sat 29/815:10
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop31h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sat 19/904:05
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop39h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/7₹ 84,632
Sat 15/815:10
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop26h 10m
Etihad Airways
Sun 13/910:15
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop33h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/7₹ 84,728
Thu 15/1015:10
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop26h 10m
Etihad Airways
Tue 20/1010:15
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop33h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/7₹ 85,018
Sun 23/821:00
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Sat 5/904:05
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop21h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/7₹ 85,114
Fri 23/1021:00
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop20h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sat 7/1104:05
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop22h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/7₹ 85,210

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 27 July 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 82,319

One-way from

₹ 38,460

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

₹ 118,273
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 6/11-26/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 55m total
  • USA to Chennai
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 26/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 10m total
  • USA to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (₹ 774,187 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (₹ 535,297 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 14/8

15:10-20:20

1 stop19h 40m

Chennai

Sun 30/8

10:15-09:45

1 stop33h 00m

₹ 92,536

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 13/10

15:10-20:10

1 stop19h 30m

Chennai

Sun 18/10

15:40-09:45

1 stop27h 35m

₹ 93,693

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 13/9

22:20-08:05

2 stops24h 15m

Chennai

Thu 17/9

04:05-18:55

2 stops24h 20m

₹ 96,295

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 21/9

22:20-08:05

2 stops24h 15m

Chennai

Thu 8/10

04:05-18:55

2 stops24h 20m

₹ 96,295

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/8

14:53-02:40

2 stops50h 17m

Chennai

Tue 13/10

04:05-15:40

1 stop21h 05m

₹ 98,416

New YorkChennai

LGA - MAA

LGAMAA

New York LaGuardia

Tue 11/8

16:00-02:40

2 stops25h 10m

Chennai

Tue 15/9

04:20-21:29

2 stops26h 39m

₹ 102,175

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Thu 10/9

13:20-23:35

1 stop21h 45m

Chennai

Tue 13/10

00:50-16:30

1 stop28h 10m

₹ 103,139

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 14/11

14:35-15:05

1 stop38h 00m

Chennai

Sat 28/11

16:10-09:05

1 stop27h 25m

₹ 103,910

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Sat 5/9

06:00-20:10

2 stops25h 40m

Chennai

Wed 30/9

15:40-20:08

2 stops40h 58m

₹ 104,296

San FranciscoChennai

SFO - MAA

SFOMAA

San Francisco

Thu 1/10

13:00-23:35

1 stop22h 05m

Chennai

Tue 27/10

02:00-10:45

1 stop21h 15m

₹ 105,067

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Chennai (average of ₹ 88,199). Flying from USA to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 164,348). 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.

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

The price you pay for your flight from USA to Chennai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 85 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Cathay Pacific, andQatar Airways 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
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Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,431 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,743 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,492 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,953 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,584 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SIN - AMD

Food was not good. It was like few days old.

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 19h 40m. Fly via Etihad Airways, Emirates, or Qatar Airways 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 (₹ 28,293), Etihad Airways (₹ 31,299), and Cathay Pacific (₹ 33,610).

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

    Most travellers choose New York John F Kennedy Intl - Chennai, San Francisco - Chennai or Newark - 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Chennai (average of ₹ 88,199). Flying from USA to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 164,348). 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 USA to Chennai

Discover the top 8 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 27 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 32,265Average₹ 98,233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest₹ 60,024Average₹ 137,774FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest₹ 64,839Average₹ 110,397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 69,341Average₹ 127,921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapest₹ 73,290Average₹ 169,967FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapest₹ 81,223Average₹ 147,401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 83,282Average₹ 114,258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 93,131Average₹ 114,879FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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