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

Air India, Qatar Airways, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Chennai

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 Newark to Chennai takes 19h 10m on average. On the other hand, flying from New York to Chennai takes 20h 55m 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.

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

Flights via Abu Dhabi (AUH) offer the lowest average return price of ₹ 71,526.

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 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Chennai. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Chennai on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Abu Dhabi (AUH) was the most common stop: 45% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Flights connecting via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 18h 35m.

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

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 55m.

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 5 operators available for flights from New York to Chennai Airport as of August 2025.

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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Q: 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 ₹ 76,624 to ₹ 109,200. The lowest price recently found on this route was ₹ 51,929.

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11:10 - 15:30JFK-MAA

18h 50m1 stop

15:45 - 06:55MAA-JFK

25h 40m1 stop

₹ 51,929Air India

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Tue, 21 Oct - Tue, 18 Nov

11:10 - 15:30JFK-MAA

18h 50m1 stop

19:50 - 06:55MAA-JFK

21h 35m1 stop

₹ 52,104Air India

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Wed, 22 Oct - Wed, 5 Nov

11:10 - 15:30JFK-MAA

18h 50m1 stop

11:40 - 07:55MAA-JFK

29h 45m1 stop

₹ 53,155Air India

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Mon, 6 Oct - Mon, 27 Oct

11:10 - 15:30JFK-MAA

18h 50m1 stop

09:35 - 07:55MAA-JFK

31h 50m1 stop

₹ 53,330Air India

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16:15 - 08:55JFK-MAA

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15:45 - 12:50MAA-JFK

30h 35m2 stops

₹ 54,469SWISS

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Fri, 19 Sep - Tue, 7 Oct

11:00 - 04:45JFK-MAA

31h 15m1 stop

05:35 - 09:10MAA-JFK

38h 05m1 stop

₹ 54,644Gulf Air

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Wed, 5 Nov - Tue, 25 Nov

21:00 - 10:05JFK-MAA

27h 35m1 stop

15:45 - 06:05MAA-JFK

23h 50m1 stop

₹ 57,096American Airlines

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Sat, 13 Sep - Sat, 27 Sep

11:00 - 04:45JFK-MAA

31h 15m1 stop

05:35 - 09:10MAA-JFK

38h 05m1 stop

₹ 58,847Gulf Air

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Wed, 12 Nov - Tue, 2 Dec

15:25 - 02:30JFK-MAA

25h 35m1 stop

03:55 - 08:40MAA-JFK

39h 15m1 stop

₹ 59,898Etihad Airways

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Fri, 31 Oct - Wed, 19 Nov

15:45 - 08:30JFK-MAA

31h 15m1 stop

03:55 - 08:40MAA-JFK

39h 15m1 stop

₹ 59,986Etihad Airways

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Thu, 23 Oct - Sat, 8 Nov

Air India flights from New York to Chennai

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Air India

21 Oct

JFK11:10New York John F Kennedy Intl

18h 50m

1 stop

MAA15:30Chennai

18 Nov

MAA15:45Chennai

25h 40m

1 stop

JFK06:55New York John F Kennedy Intl

₹ 51,929

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Air India

22 Oct

JFK11:10New York John F Kennedy Intl

18h 50m

1 stop

MAA15:30Chennai

5 Nov

MAA19:50Chennai

21h 35m

1 stop

JFK06:55New York John F Kennedy Intl

₹ 52,104

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Air India

6 Oct

JFK11:10New York John F Kennedy Intl

18h 50m

1 stop

MAA15:30Chennai

27 Oct

MAA11:40Chennai

29h 45m

1 stop

JFK07:55New York John F Kennedy Intl

₹ 53,155

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6 Oct

LGA14:20New York LaGuardia

33h 05m

3 stops

MAA08:55Chennai

22 Oct

MAA01:55Chennai

27h 12m

2 stops

LGA19:37New York LaGuardia

₹ 78,901

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7 Oct

LGA15:30New York LaGuardia

31h 55m

3 stops

MAA08:55Chennai

4 Nov

MAA01:50Chennai

30h 12m

2 stops

LGA21:32New York LaGuardia

₹ 80,214

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30 Sept

LGA15:30New York LaGuardia

31h 55m

3 stops

MAA08:55Chennai

14 Oct

MAA01:55Chennai

27h 12m

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LGA19:37New York LaGuardia

₹ 80,302

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Tue 21/10

11:10-15:30

1 stop18h 50m

Chennai

Tue 18/11

15:45-06:55

1 stop25h 40m

₹ 51,929

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 22/10

11:10-15:30

1 stop18h 50m

Chennai

Wed 5/11

19:50-06:55

1 stop21h 35m

₹ 52,104

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 6/10

11:10-15:30

1 stop18h 50m

Chennai

Mon 27/10

11:40-07:55

1 stop29h 45m

₹ 53,155

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 11/8

11:10-15:30

1 stop18h 50m

Chennai

Tue 16/9

09:35-07:55

1 stop31h 50m

₹ 53,330

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 19/9

16:15-08:55

2 stops31h 10m

Chennai

Tue 7/10

15:45-12:50

2 stops30h 35m

₹ 54,469

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 5/11

11:00-04:45

1 stop31h 15m

Chennai

Tue 25/11

05:35-09:10

1 stop38h 05m

₹ 54,644

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 13/9

21:00-10:05

1 stop27h 35m

Chennai

Sat 27/9

15:45-06:05

1 stop23h 50m

₹ 57,096

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 12/11

11:00-04:45

1 stop31h 15m

Chennai

Tue 2/12

05:35-09:10

1 stop38h 05m

₹ 58,847

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 31/10

15:25-02:30

1 stop25h 35m

Chennai

Wed 19/11

03:55-08:40

1 stop39h 15m

₹ 59,898

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 23/10

15:45-08:30

1 stop31h 15m

Chennai

Sat 8/11

03:55-08:40

1 stop39h 15m

₹ 59,986

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

The month of October is another great option to travel to Chennai, with average flight prices from New York averaging around ₹ 71,282.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chennai?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Chennai from New York is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as ₹ 89,650. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from New York to Chennai on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around ₹ 125,967. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chennai?

Our data shows that the cheapest New York to Chennai flights are usually those with departure times at midday. Our users have found flights to Chennai at midday for as low as ₹ 86,832. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around ₹ 116,260. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

How far in advance should I book a flight 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 ₹ 89,490 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 ₹ 82,404 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on New York to Chennai flights?

You could potentially save up to 76% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Chennai flight.

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

As of August 2025, prices for New York to Chennai flights are approximately 2% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best price found	₹ 29,949
Fastest flight time	18h 35m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Chennai	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Chennai from New York in the past 72 hours is ₹ 29,949. The best return flight deal from New York to Chennai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is ₹ 51,929.

The fastest flight from New York to Chennai takes 18h 35m

There are no direct flights from New York to Chennai. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport - Chennai Airport and Newark Airport - Chennai Airport.

There is 1 airport near Chennai: Chennai (MAA)

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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 50m.
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 5 operators available for flights from New York to Chennai Airport as of August 2025.
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.
What is the most popular airline from New York to Chennai?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from New York to Chennai is Air India (100% of total bookings).

Best airlines flying from New York to Chennai

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Air India	PriceFrom ₹ 64,065	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,928 reviews	Search Air India flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 71,293	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,609 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom ₹ 73,337	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,275 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 76,470	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,230 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom ₹ 82,604	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,300 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from New York to Chennai

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

The month of October is another great option to travel to Chennai, with average flight prices from New York averaging around ₹ 71,282.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chennai?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chennai?

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

Can stopping save me money on New York to Chennai flights?

You could potentially save up to 76% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York to Chennai flight.

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

As of August 2025, prices for New York to Chennai flights are approximately 2% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Air India, Qatar Airways, and American Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Chennai

Which airlines fly to Chennai?

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

Abu Dhabi (AUH) was the most common stop: 45% 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 Abu Dhabi (AUH) offer the lowest average return price of ₹ 71,526.

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

Flights connecting via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 18h 35m.

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

Frankfurt am Main (FRA) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 1h 55m.

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