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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chennai from ₹ 37,406

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 13/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — MAA
4 Jun — 11 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Dulles Intl to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dulles Intl to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 May 2026.

Mon 7/915:10
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop25h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 7/1021:55
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/5₹ 77,573
Mon 7/915:10
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop25h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sat 26/916:05
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/5₹ 77,668
Wed 12/815:10
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop25h 45m
Etihad Airways
Wed 26/816:05
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/5₹ 78,524
Tue 5/515:10
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Mon 8/621:55
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 1/5₹ 78,905
Mon 7/915:10
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Sun 20/921:55
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/5₹ 79,666
Wed 9/915:10
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Sun 20/916:05
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/4₹ 79,857
Sun 6/915:10
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Wed 7/1021:55
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 2/5₹ 80,047
Tue 11/815:10
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop25h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 24/816:05
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/5₹ 80,142
Sat 22/815:10
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop38h 25m
Etihad Airways
Thu 17/904:05
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop39h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/5₹ 80,809
Sun 6/915:10
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Tue 22/921:55
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 5/5₹ 80,904
Wed 6/515:10
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Tue 19/521:55
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop21h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 30/4₹ 81,189
Sun 9/815:10
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Mon 24/816:05
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/5₹ 81,285

Find flight deals from Dulles Intl to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dulles Intl (IAD) 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 5 May 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 77,573

One-way from

₹ 37,406

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

₹ 104,223
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 9/9-8/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 40h 50m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Chennai
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 13/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 30m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Chennai
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (₹ 391,802 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 12/10

21:00-14:40

2 stops32h 10m

Chennai

Fri 16/10

08:15-15:40

2 stops40h 55m

₹ 127,923

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 30/6

15:10-08:25

1 stop31h 45m

Chennai

Wed 22/7

10:15-09:45

1 stop33h 00m

₹ 133,444

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 11/6

15:10-08:25

1 stop31h 45m

Chennai

Sat 25/7

10:15-09:45

1 stop33h 00m

₹ 137,632

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 17/5

18:15-08:15

2 stops28h 30m

Chennai

Sun 31/5

16:45-16:05

2 stops32h 50m

₹ 168,470

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/6

15:39-02:30

2 stops25h 21m

Chennai

Sun 28/6

04:05-08:40

1 stop38h 05m

₹ 184,461

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 26/6

10:55-20:30

1 stop24h 05m

Chennai

Tue 11/8

04:05-21:22

2 stops26h 47m

₹ 197,215
Fastest return journey

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 18/6

21:00-02:50

1 stop20h 20m

Chennai

Sun 12/7

04:20-15:40

1 stop20h 50m

₹ 199,214

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 22/6

15:39-02:30

2 stops25h 21m

Chennai

Tue 14/7

22:05-08:40

1 stop20h 05m

₹ 205,496

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 10/6

14:53-02:30

2 stops26h 07m

Chennai

Sun 2/8

22:05-08:40

1 stop20h 05m

₹ 224,722

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 17/6

10:55-02:30

1 stop30h 05m

Chennai

Sat 1/8

04:05-00:31

2 stops29h 56m

₹ 233,479

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chennai

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chennai?

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chennai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 17 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chennai?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chennai (average of ₹ 77,287). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 141,534). 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 much does it cost for a return flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 5 May 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chennai, such as Etihad Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,433 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tom,May 2026

JFK - AUH

Everything was good except the lie flat bed. The bed has a gap and is uncomfortable to lie on. The hostesses were great; the food service was reasonable and the connecting flight services and the baggage service were good. Entertainment service was also good.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,433 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,433 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.3

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Tom,May 2026

JFK - AUH

Everything was good except the lie flat bed. The bed has a gap and is uncomfortable to lie on. The hostesses were great; the food service was reasonable and the connecting flight services and the baggage service were good. Entertainment service was also good.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl?

    Located just 16.5 km from the city centre, Chennai is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Chennai from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Chennai (MAA) should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl from 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chennai?

    Airlines like Oman Air, Etihad Airways, and Emirates fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chennai in about 25h 21m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 49m. There are 13781 km between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Chennai. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chennai round-trip?

    According to our current data, Etihad Airways (₹ 73,289), offers the cheapest pricing from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chennai. Etihad Airways is currently priced 23% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Dulles Intl to Chennai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dulles Intl 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chennai?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chennai (average of ₹ 77,287). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 141,534). 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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Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 73,289Average₹ 116,496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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