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 16m.

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

New Delhi (DEL) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 00m.

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

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

Which airlines fly to Washington, D.C.?

Etihad Airways, British Airways and Emirates 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 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Washington, D.C.. Keep in mind that there are 6 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 offers the lowest fares from Chennai to Washington, D.C.?

Flights via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) offer the lowest average return price of ₹ 90,148.

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

Abu Dhabi (AUH) was the most common stop: 23% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

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 5 as of March 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.

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22:00 - 20:55

MAA

IAD

32h 25m

2 stops

23:25 - 12:10

IAD

MAA

27h 15m

2 stops

₹ 73,473Virgin Atlantic

Wed, 13 May - Tue, 27 Oct

20:10 - 20:55

MAA

IAD

34h 15m

2 stops

22:55 - 16:00

IAD

MAA

31h 35m

2 stops

₹ 74,299Virgin Atlantic

Sun, 10 May - Tue, 26 May

04:05 - 09:45

MAA

IAD

39h 10m

1 stop

15:10 - 15:05

IAD

MAA

38h 25m

1 stop

₹ 74,667Etihad Airways

Sun, 29 Mar - Wed, 6 May

10:00 - 10:05

MAA

IAD

33h 35m

1 stop

15:10 - 02:50

IAD

MAA

26h 10m

1 stop

₹ 74,850Etihad Airways

Tue, 24 Mar - Tue, 31 Mar

05:35 - 22:29

MAA

DCA

26h 24m

2 stops

18:00 - 03:30

DCA

MAA

24h 00m

2 stops

₹ 94,137British Airways

Wed, 29 Apr - Sat, 26 Sep

01:55 - 19:58

MAA

DCA

27h 33m

2 stops

16:00 - 00:05

DCA

MAA

22h 35m

2 stops

₹ 94,596Air Canada

Tue, 19 May - Wed, 28 Oct

01:55 - 10:18

MAA

DCA

41h 53m

2 stops

16:20 - 00:10

DCA

MAA

46h 20m

2 stops

₹ 96,892Air Canada

Wed, 1 Jul - Sat, 22 Aug

05:35 - 23:56

MAA

BWI

27h 51m

2 stops

19:25 - 03:30

BWI

MAA

22h 35m

1 stop

₹ 99,831British Airways

Wed, 29 Apr - Sat, 26 Sep

06:10 - 23:14

MAA

DCA

50h 34m

2 stops

14:35 - 05:20

DCA

MAA

53h 15m

2 stops

₹ 101,025Gulf Air

Thu, 21 May - Sat, 25 Jul

06:10 - 23:14

MAA

DCA

50h 34m

2 stops

14:35 - 05:20

DCA

MAA

53h 15m

2 stops

₹ 101,393Gulf Air

Thu, 21 May - Sat, 25 Jul

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

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Etihad Airways

23 Mar

MAA10:00Chennai

33h 35m

1 stop

IAD10:05Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

8 Apr

IAD15:10Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

26h 10m

1 stop

MAA02:50Chennai

₹ 74,208

Etihad Airways

29 Mar

MAA04:05Chennai

39h 10m

1 stop

IAD09:45Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

6 May

IAD15:10Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

38h 25m

1 stop

MAA15:05Chennai

₹ 74,667

Etihad Airways

24 Mar

MAA10:00Chennai

33h 35m

1 stop

IAD10:05Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

31 Mar

IAD15:10Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

26h 10m

1 stop

MAA02:50Chennai

₹ 74,850

Virgin Atlantic flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C.

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Virgin Atlantic

13 May

MAA22:00Chennai

32h 25m

2 stops

IAD20:55Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

27 Oct

IAD23:25Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

27h 15m

2 stops

MAA12:10Chennai

₹ 73,473

Virgin Atlantic

23 Mar

MAA19:05Chennai

35h 55m

2 stops

IAD21:30Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

8 Apr

IAD22:55Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

27h 25m

2 stops

MAA11:50Chennai

₹ 74,116

Virgin Atlantic

10 May

MAA20:10Chennai

34h 15m

2 stops

IAD20:55Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

26 May

IAD22:55Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

31h 35m

2 stops

MAA16:00Chennai

₹ 74,299

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MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Wed 13/5

22:00-20:55

2 stops32h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 27/10

23:25-12:10

2 stops27h 15m

₹ 73,473

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Sun 10/5

20:10-20:55

2 stops34h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 26/5

22:55-16:00

2 stops31h 35m

₹ 74,299

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Sun 29/3

04:05-09:45

1 stop39h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 6/5

15:10-15:05

1 stop38h 25m

₹ 74,667

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - IAD

MAAIAD

Chennai

Tue 24/3

10:00-10:05

1 stop33h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 31/3

15:10-02:50

1 stop26h 10m

₹ 74,850

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - DCA

MAADCA

Chennai

Wed 29/4

05:35-22:29

2 stops26h 24m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 26/9

18:00-03:30

2 stops24h 00m

₹ 94,137

Fastest return journey

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - DCA

MAADCA

Chennai

Tue 19/5

01:55-19:58

2 stops27h 33m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 28/10

16:00-00:05

2 stops22h 35m

₹ 94,596

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - DCA

MAADCA

Chennai

Wed 1/7

01:55-10:18

2 stops41h 53m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 22/8

16:20-00:10

2 stops46h 20m

₹ 96,892

ChennaiBaltimore

MAA - BWI

MAABWI

Chennai

Wed 29/4

05:35-23:56

2 stops27h 51m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 26/9

19:25-03:30

1 stop22h 35m

₹ 99,831

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - DCA

MAADCA

Chennai

Thu 21/5

06:10-23:14

2 stops50h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 25/7

14:35-05:20

2 stops53h 15m

₹ 101,025

ChennaiWashington, D.C.

MAA - DCA

MAADCA

Chennai

Thu 21/5

06:10-23:14

2 stops50h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 25/7

14:35-05:20

2 stops53h 15m

₹ 101,392

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

In general, April 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 ₹ 79,626. The month of January is another great option to travel to Washington, D.C., with average flight prices from Chennai averaging around ₹ 83,300.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 ₹ 99,693 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 ₹ 76,504 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 50% 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 March 2026, prices for Chennai to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 21% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The fastest flight from Chennai to Washington, D.C. takes 20h 45m

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Chennai and Washington, D.C. are 13762.5 km apart from one another. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 20h 45m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chennai Airport to Washington, D.C.?
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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 5 as of March 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 66% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airline is British Airways at 34%.

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Qatar Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 73,544	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,746 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 74,582	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,424 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
British Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 85,318	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,779 reviews	Search British Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom ₹ 91,770	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,833 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
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