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Cheap flights from New York to Chennai from ₹ 23,393

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These are some of the best return flight deals from New York to Chennai that have been recently found on momondo from popular airlines, departing in the coming months.
Air India Logo
11:30 - 20:10EWR-MAA
23h 10m1 stop
Air India Logo
19:50 - 07:55MAA-EWR
21h 35m1 stop
₹ 51,532Air India
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Sun, 11 May - Thu, 10 Jul
Air India Logo
11:10 - 20:10JFK-MAA
23h 30m1 stop
Air India Logo
15:45 - 06:55MAA-JFK
25h 40m1 stop
₹ 51,956Air India
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Mon, 25 Aug - Tue, 11 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
01:20 - 02:50JFK-MAA
40h 00m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
21:50 - 15:10MAA-JFK
26h 50m1 stop
₹ 59,330Qatar Airways
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Mon, 28 Jul - Tue, 30 Sep
Qatar Airways Logo
22:00 - 09:10JFK-MAA
25h 40m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
21:50 - 14:50MAA-JFK
27h 30m1 stop
₹ 60,347Qatar Airways
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Sun, 14 Sep - Tue, 11 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
15:45 - 02:40JFK-MAA
25h 25m1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
10:15 - 16:05MAA-JFK
39h 20m1 stop
₹ 63,483Etihad Airways
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Sat, 16 Aug - Sun, 14 Sep
Cathay Pacific Logo
01:55 - 00:15JFK-MAA
36h 50m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
01:30 - 13:10MAA-JFK
45h 10m1 stop
₹ 63,653Cathay Pacific
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Wed, 20 Aug - Sat, 13 Sep
Cathay Pacific Logo
01:55 - 00:15JFK-MAA
36h 50m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
01:30 - 20:35MAA-JFK
28h 35m1 stop
₹ 63,992Cathay Pacific
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Sun, 24 Aug - Thu, 11 Sep
Etihad Airways Logo
15:45 - 20:10JFK-MAA
18h 55m1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
16:15 - 15:15MAA-JFK
33h 30m1 stop
₹ 68,060Etihad Airways
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Thu, 16 Oct - Fri, 7 Nov
Undisclosed Carrier Logo
18:00 - 00:10EWR-MAA
20h 40mdirect
Undisclosed Carrier Logo
01:45 - 15:30MAA-EWR
24h 15mdirect
₹ 70,772Undisclosed Carrier
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Mon, 20 Oct - Tue, 4 Nov
Undisclosed Carrier Logo
20:05 - 00:10EWR-MAA
18h 35mdirect
Undisclosed Carrier Logo
01:45 - 14:00MAA-EWR
22h 45mdirect
₹ 70,857Undisclosed Carrier
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Sun, 19 Oct - Mon, 3 Nov

Qatar Airways flights from New York to Chennai

Our best Qatar Airways deals on New York to Chennai flight tickets
Qatar Airways
28 Jul
JFK01:20New York John F Kennedy Intl
40h 00m
1 stop
MAA02:50Chennai
30 Sept
MAA21:50Chennai
26h 50m
1 stop
JFK15:10New York John F Kennedy Intl
₹ 59,330
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Qatar Airways
4 May
JFK22:00New York John F Kennedy Intl
19h 20m
1 stop
MAA02:50Chennai
2 Jun
MAA03:55Chennai
20h 45m
1 stop
JFK15:10New York John F Kennedy Intl
₹ 59,923
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Qatar Airways
4 May
JFK01:20New York John F Kennedy Intl
40h 00m
1 stop
MAA02:50Chennai
1 Jun
MAA03:55Chennai
28h 05m
1 stop
JFK22:30New York John F Kennedy Intl
₹ 60,093
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Etihad Airways flights from New York to Chennai

Our best Etihad Airways deals on New York to Chennai flight tickets
Etihad Airways
16 Aug
JFK15:45New York John F Kennedy Intl
25h 25m
1 stop
MAA02:40Chennai
14 Sept
MAA10:15Chennai
39h 20m
1 stop
JFK16:05New York John F Kennedy Intl
₹ 63,483
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Etihad Airways
16 Oct
JFK15:45New York John F Kennedy Intl
18h 55m
1 stop
MAA20:10Chennai
7 Nov
MAA16:15Chennai
33h 30m
1 stop
JFK15:15New York John F Kennedy Intl
₹ 68,060
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Etihad Airways
18 Oct
JFK15:45New York John F Kennedy Intl
31h 15m
1 stop
MAA08:30Chennai
7 Nov
MAA21:30Chennai
21h 40m
1 stop
JFK08:40New York John F Kennedy Intl
₹ 70,518
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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 ₹ 69,416.

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 ₹ 86,770. 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 ₹ 121,921. 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 ₹ 84,043. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around ₹ 112,525. 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 23 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around ₹ 90,239 when searching 23 weeks out.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 ₹ 81,282 on momondo.

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

As of May 2025, prices for New York to Chennai flights are approximately 33% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from New York to Chennai

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from New York to Chennai according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap New York to Chennai (NYC to MAA) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from New York to Chennai

Best price found

₹ 23,393

Fastest flight time

18h 10m

Direct flights

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri and Sat

Airports in Chennai

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Chennai from New York in the past 72 hours is ₹ 23,393. The best return flight deal from New York to Chennai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is ₹ 51,532.
The fastest flight from New York to Chennai takes 18h 10m
Direct flights go from New York to Chennai on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Airline offering direct flights is Undisclosed Carrier..
There is 1 airport near Chennai: Chennai (MAA)

  • 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 35m.

  • 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?

  • 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?


Best airlines flying from New York to Chennai

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from New York to Chennai with momondo
Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
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Air IndiaPriceFrom ₹ 57,382Free CancellationRating
5.5
2,899 reviews
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LufthansaPriceFrom ₹ 70,982Free CancellationRating
6.7
7,045 reviews
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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom ₹ 74,026Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,203 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom ₹ 79,380Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,563 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom ₹ 80,321Free CancellationRating
8.0
3,217 reviews
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