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

London (LHR) was the most common stop: 31% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Doha (DOH) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 22m.

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 ₹ 94,702.

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

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

Which airlines fly to Washington, D.C.?

Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways and British 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 46% 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 07m.

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 July 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.

₹ 57,599 Cheap Flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C. in 2026

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15:40 - 09:45

MAA

IAD

27h 35m

1 stop

15:35 - 02:35

IAD

MAA

25h 30m

1 stop

₹ 104,102Etihad Airways

Wed, 16 Sep - Sat, 31 Oct

05:05 - 06:35

MAA

IAD

35h 00m

3 stops

15:10 - 22:55

IAD

MAA

22h 15m

2 stops

₹ 104,488Multiple Airlines

Sat, 12 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep

15:40 - 09:45

MAA

IAD

27h 35m

1 stop

15:35 - 02:35

IAD

MAA

25h 30m

1 stop

₹ 104,681Etihad Airways

Thu, 10 Sep - Sat, 31 Oct

08:15 - 05:10

MAA

IAD

30h 25m

2 stops

09:05 - 07:25

IAD

MAA

36h 50m

2 stops

₹ 104,778Multiple Airlines

Wed, 26 Aug - Sun, 13 Sep

19:00 - 09:45

MAA

IAD

48h 15m

2 stops

14:35 - 19:50

IAD

MAA

18h 45m

1 stop

₹ 105,260Multiple Airlines

Sun, 30 Aug - Fri, 20 Nov

05:35 - 23:58

MAA

IAD

27h 53m

2 stops

18:05 - 05:35

IAD

MAA

25h 00m

1 stop

₹ 105,550British Airways

Thu, 8 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov

05:35 - 23:58

MAA

IAD

27h 53m

2 stops

18:05 - 05:35

IAD

MAA

25h 00m

1 stop

₹ 105,743British Airways

Thu, 8 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov

01:45 - 19:58

MAA

DCA

28h 43m

2 stops

06:59 - 00:05

DCA

MAA

30h 36m

2 stops

₹ 106,611Air Canada

Tue, 1 Dec - Sat, 9 Jan

04:05 - 00:16

MAA

BWI

29h 41m

2 stops

11:51 - 02:30

BWI

MAA

28h 09m

2 stops

₹ 128,029Qatar Airways

Thu, 8 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov

04:05 - 00:16

MAA

BWI

29h 41m

2 stops

11:51 - 02:30

BWI

MAA

28h 09m

2 stops

₹ 128,319Qatar Airways

Thu, 8 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov

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

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Etihad Airways

19 Sept

MAA21:55Chennai

21h 20m

1 stop

IAD09:45Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

31 Oct

IAD15:35Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

25h 30m

1 stop

MAA02:35Chennai

₹ 105,646

Etihad Airways

3 Sept

MAA21:55Chennai

21h 20m

1 stop

IAD09:45Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4 Dec

IAD14:35Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

25h 30m

1 stop

MAA02:35Chennai

₹ 106,418

Etihad Airways

5 Sept

MAA21:55Chennai

21h 20m

1 stop

IAD09:45Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

16 Jan

IAD14:35Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

25h 30m

1 stop

MAA02:35Chennai

₹ 106,611

Lufthansa flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C.

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Lufthansa

4 Oct

MAA01:55Chennai

27h 35m

1 stop

IAD20:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

29 Mar

IAD18:05Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20h 35m

1 stop

MAA00:10Chennai

₹ 109,795

Lufthansa

21 Sept

MAA18:00Chennai

34h 55m

2 stops

IAD19:25Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

23 Feb

IAD18:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

19h 35m

1 stop

MAA00:05Chennai

₹ 110,952

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ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Wed 16/9

15:40-09:45

1 stop27h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 31/10

15:35-02:35

1 stop25h 30m

₹ 104,102

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Sat 12/9

05:05-06:35

3 stops35h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 16/9

15:10-22:55

2 stops22h 15m

₹ 104,488

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Thu 10/9

15:40-09:45

1 stop27h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 31/10

15:35-02:35

1 stop25h 30m

₹ 104,681

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Wed 26/8

08:15-05:10

2 stops30h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 13/9

09:05-07:25

2 stops36h 50m

₹ 104,778

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Sun 30/8

19:00-09:45

2 stops48h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 20/11

14:35-19:50

1 stop18h 45m

₹ 105,260

Fastest return journey

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Thu 8/10

05:35-23:58

2 stops27h 53m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/11

18:05-05:35

1 stop25h 00m

₹ 105,550

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Thu 8/10

05:35-23:58

2 stops27h 53m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/11

18:05-05:35

1 stop25h 00m

₹ 105,743

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - DCA

MAADCA

Chennai

Tue 1/12

01:45-19:58

2 stops28h 43m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 9/1

06:59-00:05

2 stops30h 36m

₹ 106,611

ChennaiBaltimore

MAA - BWI

MAABWI

Chennai

Thu 8/10

04:05-00:16

2 stops29h 41m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 5/11

11:51-02:30

2 stops28h 09m

₹ 128,029

ChennaiBaltimore

MAA - BWI

MAABWI

Chennai

Thu 8/10

04:05-00:16

2 stops29h 41m

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 5/11

11:51-02:30

2 stops28h 09m

₹ 128,319

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from ₹ 108,975 to ₹ 123,013.
The lowest price recently found on this route was ₹ 104,102.

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

In general, March 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 ₹ 82,684. The month of February is another great option to travel to Washington, D.C., with average flight prices from Chennai averaging around ₹ 91,946.

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 ₹ 103,492 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 ₹ 81,719 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 18% 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 July 2026, prices for Chennai to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 10% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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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 20h 50m.
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 July 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 100% of all bookings.

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Etihad Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 77,147	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,486 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 77,260	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,747 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 89,627	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,127 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom ₹ 97,369	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,159 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights

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