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Cheap flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C. from ₹ 45,189

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 24/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — WAS
23 May — 30 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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

Tue 20/1019:05
MAA
-
IAD
2 stops30h 30m
Air France
Mon 30/1118:50
IAD
-
MAA
2 stops26h 30m
Air France
Deal found 20/4₹ 90,472
Tue 20/1020:15
MAA
-
IAD
2 stops29h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/1218:50
IAD
-
MAA
2 stops25h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/4₹ 90,565
Wed 10/605:00
MAA
-
IAD
2 stops25h 25m
Virgin Atlantic
Wed 16/922:55
IAD
-
MAA
2 stops29h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 19/4₹ 94,784
Thu 1/1006:45
MAA
-
IAD
2 stops23h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 1/1122:25
IAD
-
MAA
2 stops30h 50m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 21/4₹ 94,972
Wed 10/610:55
MAA
-
IAD
2 stops32h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 16/915:10
IAD
-
MAA
3 stops32h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/4₹ 95,159
Wed 21/1019:00
MAA
-
IAD
2 stops30h 35m
KLM
Mon 30/1118:50
IAD
-
MAA
2 stops25h 10m
KLM
Deal found 21/4₹ 95,909
Wed 27/508:15
MAA
-
IAD
2 stops30h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 16/922:20
IAD
-
MAA
2 stops30h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4₹ 96,378
Wed 21/1016:05
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Mon 30/1114:35
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop31h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/4₹ 96,659
Wed 13/508:15
MAA
-
IAD
2 stops30h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/822:20
IAD
-
MAA
2 stops30h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4₹ 96,753
Wed 20/516:05
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Mon 20/715:10
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop25h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/4₹ 96,847
Wed 13/516:05
MAA
-
IAD
1 stop27h 10m
Etihad Airways
Mon 10/815:10
IAD
-
MAA
1 stop31h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/4₹ 96,941
Tue 2/606:10
MAA
-
DCA
2 stops50h 33m
Gulf Air
Thu 17/919:35
DCA
-
MAA
2 stops39h 45m
Gulf Air
Deal found 17/4₹ 116,723

Find flight deals from Chennai to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chennai (MAA) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 23 April 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 90,472

One-way from

₹ 45,189

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

₹ 81,284
Air France
  • Air France
  • 20/10-30/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 57h 00m total
  • Chennai to Washington, D.C.
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24/6
  • 24/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 25m total
  • Chennai to Washington, D.C.
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (₹ 182,401 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Wed 6/5

21:55-09:45

1 stop21h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 10/6

15:10-08:25

1 stop31h 45m

₹ 100,035

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Wed 24/6

02:30-20:55

2 stops27h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 2/7

22:55-19:15

2 stops34h 50m

₹ 100,222

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Wed 8/7

04:05-09:45

1 stop39h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 7/10

15:10-15:05

1 stop38h 25m

₹ 105,097

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Mon 6/7

04:05-09:45

1 stop39h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 7/10

15:10-08:25

1 stop31h 45m

₹ 105,097

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Wed 8/7

04:05-09:45

1 stop39h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 13/10

15:10-15:05

1 stop38h 25m

₹ 105,097

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Sun 10/5

09:50-08:40

1 stop32h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 30/9

10:55-08:05

1 stop35h 40m

₹ 106,410

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Sat 6/6

16:05-09:45

1 stop27h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 13/6

15:10-08:25

1 stop31h 45m

₹ 115,504

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Tue 5/5

22:05-08:40

1 stop20h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 30/5

10:55-20:30

1 stop24h 05m

₹ 116,066

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Tue 29/9

22:30-19:50

2 stops30h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 29/10

22:10-12:10

2 stops28h 30m

₹ 118,316

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Wed 20/5

04:05-08:40

1 stop38h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 27/5

15:39-02:30

2 stops25h 21m

₹ 119,066

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to Washington, D.C.

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Cheapflights Insights

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chennai to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Washington, D.C. (average of ₹ 39,564). Flying from Chennai to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 98,159). 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 Chennai to Washington, D.C.?

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C.?

Share of one-stop return flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C. chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Abu Dhabi (AUH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 48% of one-stop itineraries from Chennai to Washington, D.C. on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C.?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C., chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Doha (DOH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of ₹ 76,559.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Chennai to Washington, D.C.?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C., based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via New Delhi (DEL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 20h 30m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C.?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C., chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via New Delhi (DEL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 00m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated 23 April 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Etihad Airways from Chennai to Washington, D.C. 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
1,433 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.2

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

TRV - AUH

I liked the choice of food. The passenger next to me was continuously asking for wine to drink and thus was drunk which was uncomfortable.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,433 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,433 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Food

7.2

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Crew

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

TRV - AUH

I liked the choice of food. The passenger next to me was continuously asking for wine to drink and thus was drunk which was uncomfortable.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chennai to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    Located just 16.5 km from the city centre, Chennai is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Washington, D.C. from Chennai. Booking flights from Chennai (MAA) to Washington, D.C. should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Washington, D.C. from 4 different airlines.

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

    Departing from Chennai to Washington, D.C. will take you 21h 20m. There are 13781 km between Chennai and Washington, D.C.. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chennai to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Currently priced at ₹ 74,966, Etihad Airways will fly you from Chennai to Washington, D.C. and back. In addition to Etihad Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Qatar Airways and British Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from ₹ 75,076 and ₹ 87,094, respectively. These flights start at 24% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chennai to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    ₹ 35,683 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and IndiGo, with prices starting from ₹ 41,032 and ₹ 44,348, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Chennai to Washington, D.C.?

    When deciding which route to take from Chennai to Washington, D.C., consider Chennai - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, Chennai - Baltimore/Washington or Chennai - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National, as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C.?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C.?

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Washington, D.C. (average of ₹ 39,564). Flying from Chennai to Washington, D.C. in August is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 98,159). 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 4 airlines flying from Chennai to Washington, D.C.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 74,966Average₹ 102,101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 75,076Average₹ 96,666FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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British AirwaysCheapest₹ 87,094Average₹ 97,447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 117,776Average₹ 140,035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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