Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from New York to Chennai?

Flights connecting via Doha (DOH) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 19h 20m.

How long does it take to fly to Chennai?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in New York you fly out of and what airport in Chennai you fly into. For example, flying from New York to Chennai takes 19h 57m on average. On the other hand, flying from Newark to Chennai takes 20h 30m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York to Chennai?

SWISS, Lufthansa, and Cathay Pacific are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Chennai

Which airlines fly to Chennai?

Air India, Etihad Airways and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chennai from New York according to our data. Air India is the first choice among our users, with 47% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Chennai. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Chennai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from New York to Chennai?

Doha (DOH) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 20m.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between New York and Chennai?

Mumbai (BOM) was the most common stop: 93% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from New York to Chennai?

Flights via Doha (DOH) offer the lowest average return price of ₹ 86,291.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Chennai Airport?

Prices for flights from New York to Chennai Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Chennai Airport?

There are 3 operators available for flights from New York to Chennai Airport as of October 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Chennai Airport?

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 New York to Chennai Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Chennai Airport 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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23h 35m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

18:00 - 06:55MAA Chennai-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

23h 25m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

₹ 67,973Air India

Tue, 23 Feb - Tue, 9 Mar

10:05 - 20:10JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-MAA Chennai

23h 35m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

18:00 - 06:55MAA Chennai-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

23h 25m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

₹ 67,973Air India

Mon, 22 Feb - Wed, 10 Mar

11:55 - 04:45JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-MAA Chennai

30h 20m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl

05:35 - 09:00MAA Chennai-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

37h 55m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl

₹ 67,973Gulf Air

Wed, 11 Nov - Thu, 17 Dec

10:05 - 20:10JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-MAA Chennai

23h 35m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

18:00 - 06:55MAA Chennai-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

23h 25m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

₹ 67,973Air India

Mon, 22 Feb - Tue, 9 Mar

17:30 - 00:05JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-MAA Chennai

20h 05m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main

01:45 - 13:35MAA Chennai-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

22h 20m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

₹ 68,258Lufthansa

Wed, 18 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

11:55 - 04:45JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-MAA Chennai

30h 20m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl

05:35 - 09:00MAA Chennai-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

37h 55m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl

₹ 68,353Gulf Air

Wed, 11 Nov - Thu, 11 Mar

15:00 - 08:05JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-MAA Chennai

30h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

21:50 - 15:00MAA Chennai-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

₹ 70,821Etihad Airways

Wed, 13 Jan - Mon, 15 Feb

15:00 - 08:05JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-MAA Chennai

30h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

09:55 - 15:00MAA Chennai-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

39h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

₹ 70,821Etihad Airways

Wed, 3 Feb - Thu, 18 Feb

23:45 - 20:10EWR Newark-MAA Chennai

33h 55m2 stops Athens Eleftherios V. Dubai Intl

21:45 - 21:10MAA Chennai-EWR Newark

33h 55m2 stops Dubai Intl Athens Eleftherios V.

₹ 84,206Emirates

Wed, 18 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec

23:45 - 20:10EWR Newark-MAA Chennai

33h 55m2 stops Athens Eleftherios V. Dubai Intl

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45h 50m2 stops Dubai Intl Athens Eleftherios V.

₹ 84,206Emirates

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30h 40m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Rome Fiumicino

₹ 69,207Air India

Thu, 29 Oct - Sat, 14 Nov

11:05 - 08:40JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-MAA Chennai

36h 05m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

21:05 - 06:55MAA Chennai-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

44h 20m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Rome Fiumicino

₹ 69,587Air India

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11:05 - 08:40JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-MAA Chennai

36h 05m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

09:25 - 06:55MAA Chennai-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

32h 00m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Rome Fiumicino

₹ 69,587Air India

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15:45 - 15:05JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-MAA Chennai

37h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

21:50 - 15:00MAA Chennai-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

27h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

₹ 72,530Etihad Airways

Thu, 29 Oct - Wed, 11 Nov

15:45 - 08:05JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-MAA Chennai

30h 50m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

03:55 - 15:00MAA Chennai-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

21h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

₹ 72,530Etihad Airways

Tue, 27 Oct - Sun, 15 Nov

15:45 - 19:50JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-MAA Chennai

18h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

03:55 - 15:00MAA Chennai-JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl

21h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

₹ 72,530Etihad Airways

Wed, 28 Oct - Thu, 12 Nov

00:25 - 01:10EWR Newark-MAA Chennai

39h 15m3 stops Porto Madrid Barajas Addis Ababa Bole

10:05 - 19:15MAA Chennai-EWR Newark

43h 40m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Lome

₹ 102,909Ethiopian Air

Wed, 28 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov

19:45 - 08:40EWR Newark-MAA Chennai

27h 25m2 stops Zurich Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

01:45 - 13:55MAA Chennai-EWR Newark

22h 40m1 stop Frankfurt am Main

₹ 105,757Multiple Airlines

Thu, 29 Oct - Sat, 14 Nov

14:13 - 08:15EWR Newark-MAA Chennai

32h 32m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Dubai Intl

03:55 - 21:10MAA Chennai-EWR Newark

27h 45m2 stops Dubai Intl Athens Eleftherios V.

₹ 153,224Emirates

Thu, 29 Oct - Mon, 16 Nov

14:13 - 20:10EWR Newark-MAA Chennai

44h 27m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Dubai Intl

03:55 - 21:10MAA Chennai-EWR Newark

27h 45m2 stops Dubai Intl Athens Eleftherios V.

₹ 154,932Emirates

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Emirates

27 Oct

JFK22:20New York John F Kennedy Intl

24h 25m

2 stops

MAA08:15Chennai

10 Nov

MAA21:45Chennai

31h 40m

2 stops

JFK18:55New York John F Kennedy Intl

₹ 75,757

Emirates

4 Nov

JFK23:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

34h 40m

1 stop

MAA20:10Chennai

26 Nov

MAA21:45Chennai

31h 40m

2 stops

JFK18:55New York John F Kennedy Intl

₹ 75,852

Emirates

8 Nov

JFK22:20New York John F Kennedy Intl

35h 20m

2 stops

MAA20:10Chennai

25 Nov

MAA03:55Chennai

25h 30m

2 stops

JFK18:55New York John F Kennedy Intl

₹ 76,137

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Lufthansa

18 Nov

JFK17:30New York John F Kennedy Intl

20h 05m

2 stops

MAA00:05Chennai

2 Dec

MAA01:45Chennai

22h 20m

1 stop

JFK13:35New York John F Kennedy Intl

₹ 68,258

Lufthansa

8 Nov

JFK17:30New York John F Kennedy Intl

28h 40m

3 stops

MAA08:40Chennai

26 Nov

MAA01:45Chennai

24h 25m

2 stops

JFK15:40New York John F Kennedy Intl

₹ 68,353

Lufthansa

18 Nov

JFK15:55New York John F Kennedy Intl

21h 40m

1 stop

MAA00:05Chennai

2 Dec

MAA01:45Chennai

22h 20m

1 stop

JFK13:35New York John F Kennedy Intl

₹ 68,447

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1 stop23h 35m

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Tue 9/3

18:00-06:55

1 stop23h 25m

₹ 67,973

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1 stop23h 35m

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18:00-06:55

1 stop23h 25m

₹ 67,973

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JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - MAA Chennai

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

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11:55-04:45

1 stop30h 20m

Chennai

Thu 17/12

05:35-09:00

1 stop37h 55m

₹ 67,973

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JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - MAA Chennai

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

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1 stop23h 35m

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18:00-06:55

1 stop23h 25m

₹ 67,973

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JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - MAA Chennai

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 18/11

17:30-00:05

2 stops20h 05m

Chennai

Wed 2/12

01:45-13:35

1 stop22h 20m

₹ 68,258

New YorkChennai

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - MAA Chennai

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/11

11:55-04:45

1 stop30h 20m

Chennai

Thu 11/3

05:35-09:00

1 stop37h 55m

₹ 68,353

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JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - MAA Chennai

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 13/1

15:00-08:05

1 stop30h 35m

Chennai

Mon 15/2

21:50-15:00

1 stop27h 40m

₹ 70,821

New YorkChennai

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - MAA Chennai

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 3/2

15:00-08:05

1 stop30h 35m

Chennai

Thu 18/2

09:55-15:00

1 stop39h 35m

₹ 70,821

NewarkChennai

EWR Newark - MAA Chennai

EWRMAA

Newark

Wed 18/11

23:45-20:10

2 stops33h 55m

Chennai

Fri 4/12

21:45-21:10

2 stops33h 55m

₹ 84,206

NewarkChennai

EWR Newark - MAA Chennai

EWRMAA

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Wed 18/11

23:45-20:10

2 stops33h 55m

Chennai

Wed 25/11

09:50-21:10

2 stops45h 50m

₹ 84,206

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between New York and Chennai?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from ₹ 71,011 to ₹ 94,127.
The lowest price recently found on this route was ₹ 67,973.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

The month of February is another great option to travel to Chennai, with average flight prices from New York averaging around ₹ 80,124.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to Chennai?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chennai from New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around ₹ 97,474 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chennai from New York for as low as ₹ 90,187 on momondo.

How have New York to Chennai flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2026, prices for New York to Chennai flights are approximately 14% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best price found	₹ 35,315
Fastest flight time	18h 20m
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The best one-way flight to Chennai from New York in the past 72 hours is ₹ 35,315. The best return flight deal from New York to Chennai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is ₹ 67,973.

The fastest flight from New York to Chennai takes 18h 20m

There are no direct flights from New York to Chennai. There are no popular flight routes from New York to Chennai.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from New York to Chennai

How far is New York to Chennai by plane?
New York and Chennai are 13458.3 km apart from one another. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 18h 20m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York to Chennai Airport?
Prices for flights from New York to Chennai Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Chennai Airport?
There are 3 operators available for flights from New York to Chennai Airport as of October 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York to Chennai Airport?
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 New York to Chennai Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Chennai Airport 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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Etihad Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 75,312	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,550 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom ₹ 99,585	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,690 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Air India	PriceFrom ₹ 125,771	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,907 reviews	Search Air India flights

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