Which airlines fly to Washington, D.C.?

Etihad Airways, British Airways and Qatar Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Washington, D.C. from Chennai according to our data. Etihad Airways is the first choice among our users, with 49% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Washington, D.C.. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Washington, D.C. on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Chennai to Washington, D.C.?

Flights connecting via Dubai (DXB) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 20h 09m.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Chennai to Washington, D.C.?

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 28m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chennai to Washington, D.C.?

Etihad Airways, Air Canada, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Chennai to Washington, D.C.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Chennai and Washington, D.C.?

Doha (DOH) was the most common stop: 29% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Chennai to Washington, D.C.?

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) offer the lowest average return price of ₹ 93,174.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chennai Airport to Washington, D.C.?

Prices for flights from Chennai Airport to Washington, D.C. are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chennai Airport to Washington, D.C.?

The number of operators available for flights from Chennai Airport to Washington, D.C. is 4 as of June 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chennai Airport to Washington, D.C.?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chennai Airport to Washington, D.C..

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C.?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Washington, D.C. trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

₹ 64,643 Cheap Flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C. in 2026

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20:15 - 19:35

MAA

IAD

32h 50m

2 stops

19:40 - 07:50

IAD

MAA

26h 40m

2 stops

₹ 101,663Air France

Thu, 23 Jul - Mon, 26 Oct

21:55 - 09:45

MAA

IAD

21h 20m

1 stop

15:10 - 20:10

IAD

MAA

19h 30m

1 stop

₹ 101,758Etihad Airways

Tue, 7 Jul - Fri, 9 Oct

10:15 - 09:45

MAA

IAD

33h 00m

1 stop

15:10 - 08:25

IAD

MAA

31h 45m

1 stop

₹ 102,327Etihad Airways

Fri, 4 Sep - Wed, 7 Oct

01:55 - 21:50

MAA

DCA

29h 25m

2 stops

06:59 - 00:05

DCA

MAA

30h 36m

2 stops

₹ 117,610Air Canada

Thu, 22 Oct - Sat, 2 Jan

20:10 - 22:59

MAA

DCA

60h 19m

3 stops

06:30 - 18:20

DCA

MAA

26h 20m

2 stops

₹ 118,085Multiple Airlines

Tue, 7 Jul - Wed, 7 Oct

07:35 - 10:26

MAA

DCA

36h 21m

2 stops

18:30 - 05:35

DCA

MAA

24h 35m

2 stops

₹ 122,166British Airways

Mon, 26 Oct - Sat, 2 Jan

05:35 - 23:10

MAA

DCA

27h 05m

2 stops

22:16 - 03:30

DCA

MAA

43h 44m

2 stops

₹ 123,116British Airways

Wed, 30 Sep - Sun, 4 Oct

21:35 - 23:23

MAA

DCA

35h 18m

2 stops

13:59 - 05:20

DCA

MAA

53h 51m

2 stops

₹ 125,489Gulf Air

Sat, 11 Jul - Sat, 22 Aug

08:15 - 19:40

MAA

BWI

44h 55m

2 stops

20:35 - 06:40

BWI

MAA

47h 35m

2 stops

₹ 125,679Multiple Airlines

Thu, 8 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov

21:35 - 23:23

MAA

DCA

35h 18m

2 stops

13:59 - 05:20

DCA

MAA

53h 51m

2 stops

₹ 125,774Gulf Air

Sat, 11 Jul - Sat, 22 Aug

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Qatar Airways flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C.

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Qatar Airways

26 Sept

MAA04:20Chennai

20h 50m

1 stop

IAD15:40Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

30 Sept

IAD21:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20h 20m

1 stop

MAA02:50Chennai

₹ 109,637

Qatar Airways

21 Jun

MAA03:55Chennai

38h 20m

1 stop

IAD08:45Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

24 Oct

IAD14:46Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

26h 14m

2 stops

MAA02:30Chennai

₹ 126,248

Qatar Airways

28 Jun

MAA03:55Chennai

29h 29m

2 stops

BWI23:54Baltimore/Washington

21 Oct

BWI19:09Baltimore/Washington

46h 11m

2 stops

MAA02:50Chennai

₹ 129,191

Lufthansa flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C.

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Lufthansa

22 Oct

MAA01:55Chennai

21h 10m

1 stop

IAD13:35Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

2 Jan

IAD22:55Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

38h 40m

2 stops

MAA00:05Chennai

₹ 109,731

Lufthansa

21 Jun

MAA01:55Chennai

23h 30m

1 stop

IAD15:55Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

28 Sept

IAD17:35Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

29h 50m

2 stops

MAA08:55Chennai

₹ 111,345

Lufthansa

21 Jun

MAA01:55Chennai

21h 10m

1 stop

IAD13:35Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

28 Sept

IAD17:35Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

29h 50m

2 stops

MAA08:55Chennai

₹ 118,180

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MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Thu 23/7

20:15-19:35

2 stops32h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 26/10

19:40-07:50

2 stops26h 40m

₹ 101,663

Fastest return journey

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Tue 7/7

21:55-09:45

1 stop21h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 9/10

15:10-20:10

1 stop19h 30m

₹ 101,758

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Fri 4/9

10:15-09:45

1 stop33h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 7/10

15:10-08:25

1 stop31h 45m

₹ 102,327

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - DCA

MAADCA

Chennai

Thu 22/10

01:55-21:50

2 stops29h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/1

06:59-00:05

2 stops30h 36m

₹ 117,610

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - DCA

MAADCA

Chennai

Tue 7/7

20:10-22:59

3 stops60h 19m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 7/10

06:30-18:20

2 stops26h 20m

₹ 118,085

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - DCA

MAADCA

Chennai

Mon 26/10

07:35-10:26

2 stops36h 21m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/1

18:30-05:35

2 stops24h 35m

₹ 122,166

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - DCA

MAADCA

Chennai

Wed 30/9

05:35-23:10

2 stops27h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 4/10

22:16-03:30

2 stops43h 44m

₹ 123,116

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - DCA

MAADCA

Chennai

Sat 11/7

21:35-23:23

2 stops35h 18m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 22/8

13:59-05:20

2 stops53h 51m

₹ 125,489

ChennaiBaltimore

MAA - BWI

MAABWI

Chennai

Thu 8/10

08:15-19:40

2 stops44h 55m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 5/11

20:35-06:40

2 stops47h 35m

₹ 125,679

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - DCA

MAADCA

Chennai

Sat 11/7

21:35-23:23

2 stops35h 18m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 22/8

13:59-05:20

2 stops53h 51m

₹ 125,774

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Chennai and Washington, D.C.?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C.?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Washington, D.C.. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around ₹ 54,771. The month of June is another great option to travel to Washington, D.C., with average flight prices from Chennai averaging around ₹ 58,378.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chennai to Washington, D.C.?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Washington, D.C. from Chennai when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Washington, D.C. for around ₹ 103,150 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Washington, D.C. from Chennai for as low as ₹ 79,071 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Chennai to Washington, D.C. flights?

You could potentially save up to 17% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chennai to Washington, D.C. flight.

How have Chennai to Washington, D.C. flight prices changed over time?

As of June 2026, prices for Chennai to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 34% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time	21h 10m
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The fastest flight from Chennai to Washington, D.C. takes 21h 10m

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How far is Chennai to Washington, D.C. by plane?
Chennai and Washington, D.C. are 13762.5 km apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 21h 10m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chennai Airport to Washington, D.C.?
Prices for flights from Chennai Airport to Washington, D.C. are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chennai Airport to Washington, D.C.?
The number of operators available for flights from Chennai Airport to Washington, D.C. is 4 as of June 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chennai Airport to Washington, D.C.?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chennai Airport to Washington, D.C..
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C.?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Washington, D.C. trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Chennai to Washington, D.C.?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Chennai to Washington, D.C. is Etihad Airways, representing 76% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airline is Emirates at 24%.

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Etihad Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 75,902	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,452 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 76,013	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,726 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 88,181	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,049 reviews	Search British Airways flights
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