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Cheap flights from Chennai to the United States from ₹ 37,549

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 7/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — LAX
22 Feb — 1 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Chennai to USA
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to USA. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 January 2026.

Sun 1/315:45
MAA
-
JFK
1 stop34h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 31/311:10
JFK
-
MAA
1 stop19h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1₹ 66,214
Mon 11/516:35
MAA
-
JFK
1 stop33h 00m
Etihad Airways
Mon 12/1022:20
JFK
-
MAA
1 stop24h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/1₹ 66,305
Wed 25/216:10
MAA
-
JFK
1 stop26h 40m
Etihad Airways
Tue 24/322:55
JFK
-
MAA
1 stop23h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/1₹ 66,489
Wed 18/210:00
MAA
-
JFK
1 stop32h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/210:05
JFK
-
MAA
1 stop22h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1₹ 66,672
Sat 9/516:35
MAA
-
JFK
1 stop25h 30m
Etihad Airways
Sun 20/915:45
JFK
-
MAA
1 stop31h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/1₹ 66,855
Mon 11/516:35
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop26h 40m
Etihad Airways
Sun 20/915:10
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop38h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/1₹ 67,038
Sun 8/320:00
MAA
-
ORD
2 stops27h 00m
Air India
Sun 22/314:30
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop27h 55m
Air India
Deal found 22/1₹ 67,130
Fri 24/415:45
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop27h 30m
Etihad Airways
Fri 16/1015:10
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop31h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/1₹ 67,130
Mon 13/416:35
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop26h 40m
Etihad Airways
Mon 5/1015:10
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop25h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/1₹ 67,221
Wed 11/203:55
MAA
-
JFK
1 stop22h 00m
Etihad Airways
Tue 12/515:45
JFK
-
MAA
1 stop18h 55m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/1₹ 67,221
Sat 7/320:00
MAA
-
ORD
2 stops27h 00m
Air India
Sun 22/314:30
ORD
-
MAA
1 stop21h 40m
Air India
Deal found 21/1₹ 67,313
Mon 20/410:15
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop33h 00m
Etihad Airways
Mon 19/1015:10
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop19h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/1₹ 67,313

Find flight deals from Chennai to USA

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chennai to USA flight deals. Data was last updated 23 January 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 66,214

One-way from

₹ 37,549

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

₹ 121,896
Air India
  • Air India
  • 1/3-31/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 10m total
  • Chennai to USA
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 7/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 35m total
  • Chennai to USA
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (₹ 220,538 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Chennai to USA 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 23 January 2026.
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USA

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ChennaiNew York

MAA - JFK

MAAJFK

Chennai

Thu 12/2

10:00-08:20

1 stop32h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 13/5

15:45-14:35

1 stop37h 20m

₹ 68,229

ChennaiNew York

MAA - JFK

MAAJFK

Chennai

Thu 12/2

16:10-08:20

1 stop26h 40m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 10/5

15:45-15:05

1 stop37h 50m

₹ 68,503

ChennaiNew York

MAA - JFK

MAAJFK

Chennai

Fri 13/2

10:00-15:25

1 stop39h 55m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 10/5

15:45-15:05

1 stop37h 50m

₹ 68,503

ChennaiNew York

MAA - JFK

MAAJFK

Chennai

Tue 31/3

10:15-16:05

1 stop39h 20m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 18/4

22:20-08:25

1 stop24h 35m

₹ 69,511

ChennaiNew York

MAA - JFK

MAAJFK

Chennai

Tue 21/4

04:15-08:35

1 stop37h 50m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 7/5

15:45-02:25

1 stop25h 10m

₹ 70,152

ChennaiNew York

MAA - JFK

MAAJFK

Chennai

Wed 18/2

01:50-13:50

1 stop22h 30m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 26/2

16:25-08:45

2 stops29h 50m

₹ 77,753

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Tue 19/5

03:55-16:05

1 stop21h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 27/7

11:05-03:00

1 stop30h 25m

₹ 78,028

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Mon 4/5

21:05-20:55

2 stops33h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 26/10

23:25-17:55

2 stops33h 00m

₹ 78,211

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Mon 4/5

21:05-20:55

2 stops33h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/11

22:25-16:20

2 stops31h 25m

₹ 78,211

ChennaiNewark

MAA - EWR

MAAEWR

Chennai

Tue 9/6

01:55-15:45

1 stop23h 20m

Newark

Tue 13/10

19:30-00:10

1 stop19h 10m

₹ 79,127

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to USA

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

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to USA (average of ₹ 42,769). Flying from Chennai to USA in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 80,043). 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 USA

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to USA. 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 USA. Reviews last updated 23 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chennai to the United States, such as Emirates, Cathay Pacific, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,141 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,720 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,690 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,977 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,486 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

ATH - EWR

Smooth flight, good entertainment choices. Bad legroom in economy and mediocre food.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chennai to USA. 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 from for flights from Chennai to United States?

    Chennai (MAA), located 16.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Chennai to United States.

  • How long is the flight from Chennai to USA?

    Departing from Chennai to USA will take you 23h 20m. The distance between Chennai and USA is about 13477 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air India, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as ₹ 30,723. However, be on the lookout for offers from Singapore Airlines and Etihad Airways, as they are both options that can get you from Chennai to USA for a low price.

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

    While some choose either Chennai - Dallas/Fort Worth or Chennai - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Chennai - New York John F Kennedy Intl is the most popular route from Chennai to USA.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to USA (average of ₹ 42,769). Flying from Chennai to USA in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 80,043). 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 10 airlines flying from Chennai to USA

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Chennai to USA. 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 23 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest₹ 47,546Average₹ 78,758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 59,867Average₹ 104,207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 64,008Average₹ 104,069FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest₹ 64,302Average₹ 101,786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 69,679Average₹ 99,064FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 72,650Average₹ 115,859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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LufthansaCheapest₹ 79,817Average₹ 109,094FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest₹ 79,915Average₹ 86,536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Cathay PacificCheapest₹ 80,864Average₹ 95,720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapest₹ 81,194Average₹ 107,572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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