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Cheap flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai from ₹ 37,185

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 14/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JFK — MAA
7 Jun — 14 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from John F Kennedy Intl to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 May 2026.

Fri 30/1018:50
JFK
-
MAA
1 stop21h 10m
Kuwait Airways
Sat 28/1102:50
MAA
-
JFK
1 stop21h 40m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 4/5₹ 87,016
Mon 2/1116:55
JFK
-
MAA
1 stop22h 50m
Kuwait Airways
Mon 30/1103:15
MAA
-
JFK
1 stop21h 35m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 4/5₹ 87,111
Thu 1/1015:45
JFK
-
MAA
1 stop37h 50m
Etihad Airways
Fri 30/1021:40
MAA
-
JFK
1 stop20h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/5₹ 87,394
Thu 10/915:45
JFK
-
MAA
1 stop18h 55m
Etihad Airways
Mon 21/921:55
MAA
-
JFK
1 stop20h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/5₹ 87,866
Thu 30/715:45
JFK
-
MAA
1 stop37h 50m
Etihad Airways
Mon 31/810:15
MAA
-
JFK
1 stop39h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/5₹ 87,960
Wed 9/915:00
JFK
-
MAA
1 stop28h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 22/903:25
MAA
-
JFK
1 stop20h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5₹ 88,149
Fri 18/915:00
JFK
-
MAA
1 stop20h 20m
Gulf Air
Sat 10/1021:35
MAA
-
JFK
1 stop21h 20m
Gulf Air
Deal found 5/5₹ 88,243
Fri 28/815:00
JFK
-
MAA
1 stop20h 20m
Gulf Air
Tue 8/906:10
MAA
-
JFK
1 stop37h 20m
Gulf Air
Deal found 6/5₹ 88,338
Wed 16/922:20
JFK
-
MAA
2 stops24h 15m
Emirates
Wed 30/904:05
MAA
-
JFK
1 stop38h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 6/5₹ 88,432
Mon 13/715:45
JFK
-
MAA
1 stop31h 10m
Etihad Airways
Tue 11/810:15
MAA
-
JFK
1 stop31h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 8/5₹ 88,526
Wed 30/915:00
JFK
-
MAA
1 stop28h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 27/1003:15
MAA
-
JFK
1 stop21h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5₹ 88,715

Find flight deals from John F Kennedy Intl to Chennai

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Round-trip from

₹ 87,016

One-way from

₹ 37,185

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

₹ 96,265
Kuwait Airways
  • Kuwait Airways
  • 30/10-28/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 50m total
  • New York to Chennai
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Air India
  • Air India
  • 14/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 55m total
  • New York to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (₹ 680,518 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (₹ 353,767 potential savings vs. average return price).
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New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 28/9

22:20-08:05

2 stops24h 15m

Chennai

Mon 2/11

21:45-13:55

1 stop26h 40m

₹ 94,378

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 21/7

22:20-20:10

1 stop36h 20m

Chennai

Fri 14/8

10:15-16:00

1 stop39h 15m

₹ 96,926
Fastest return journey

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 3/10

22:20-08:05

2 stops24h 15m

Chennai

Wed 28/10

03:50-14:25

1 stop20h 05m

₹ 99,097

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 27/6

15:45-14:40

1 stop37h 25m

Chennai

Mon 20/7

10:15-16:00

1 stop39h 15m

₹ 116,179

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 21/7

13:20-20:10

2 stops21h 20m

Chennai

Tue 11/8

21:55-16:00

1 stop27h 35m

₹ 118,350

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 20/7

11:20-20:30

1 stop23h 40m

Chennai

Sun 9/8

04:05-18:55

2 stops24h 20m

₹ 126,844

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 10/8

11:20-02:30

1 stop29h 40m

Chennai

Wed 12/8

22:05-18:55

2 stops54h 20m

₹ 128,165

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 28/6

22:20-08:05

2 stops24h 15m

Chennai

Wed 5/8

04:05-18:55

2 stops24h 20m

₹ 172,334

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 10/9

18:20-03:30

1 stop23h 40m

Chennai

Mon 21/9

05:35-22:25

1 stop26h 20m

₹ 180,261

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 23/7

10:00-10:45

2 stops63h 15m

Chennai

Thu 13/8

11:45-22:30

2 stops44h 15m

₹ 238,964

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How far ahead should I book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai?

The best time to book flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai is 53 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai (average of ₹ 72,860). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 134,394). 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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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 8 May 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Etihad Airways and Air India from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,434 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

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
1,434 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,434 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

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.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,956 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,434 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Overall

7.3

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

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.

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chennai from New York John F Kennedy Intl?

    Chennai (MAA), located 16.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Chennai. 2 airlines have flights to Chennai from New York John F Kennedy Intl on a regular basis. Booking flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl to Chennai should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from New York John F Kennedy Intl per day.

  • How long is the flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai?

    There are many flights that can get you from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai in 24h 15m. Fly via Emirates or Etihad Airways to get the fastest option. The distance between New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and Chennai is about 13467 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai round-trip?

    Currently priced at ₹ 70,782, Air India will fly you from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai and back. In addition to Air India, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Etihad Airways for as low as ₹ 70,913. Air India is currently priced 24% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Chennai?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from John F Kennedy Intl to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from John F Kennedy 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai (average of ₹ 72,860). Flying from New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 134,394). 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 2 airlines flying from John F Kennedy Intl to Chennai

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest₹ 70,782Average₹ 108,980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 70,913Average₹ 96,649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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