How long does it take to fly to Chennai?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in State of New York you fly out of and what airport in Chennai you fly into. For example, flying from New York to Chennai takes 21h 02m on average. On the other hand, flying from Newark to Chennai takes 21h 20m 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?

Etihad Airways, Air India, and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from New York to Chennai

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

Prices for flights from New York to Chennai Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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As of March 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from 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 offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify 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 travel and health documents required for your trip to Chennai Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chennai Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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07:00 - 02:50

BUF

MAA

34h 20m

2 stops

21:55 - 13:52

MAA

BUF

25h 27m

2 stops

₹ 68,817Etihad Airways

Tue, 12 May - Wed, 27 May

14:47 - 08:25

BUF

MAA

56h 08m

2 stops

10:15 - 18:21

MAA

BUF

41h 36m

2 stops

₹ 71,464Etihad Airways

Fri, 5 Jun - Mon, 29 Jun

11:30 - 20:25

EWR

MAA

23h 25m

1 stop

14:00 - 09:00

MAA

EWR

28h 30m

1 stop

₹ 72,220Air India

Fri, 4 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep

11:30 - 00:20

EWR

MAA

27h 20m

1 stop

18:00 - 07:30

MAA

EWR

23h 00m

1 stop

₹ 73,071Air India

Thu, 10 Sep - Thu, 24 Sep

15:00 - 05:20

JFK

MAA

28h 50m

1 stop

06:10 - 10:00

MAA

JFK

37h 20m

1 stop

₹ 73,543Gulf Air

Wed, 13 May - Tue, 26 May

15:00 - 05:20

JFK

MAA

28h 50m

1 stop

06:10 - 10:00

MAA

JFK

37h 20m

1 stop

₹ 73,827Gulf Air

Wed, 13 May - Thu, 21 May

22:20 - 02:50

JFK

MAA

19h 00m

1 stop

06:15 - 08:35

MAA

JFK

35h 50m

3 stops

₹ 73,922Multiple Airlines

Sun, 3 May - Tue, 19 May

22:20 - 02:50

JFK

MAA

19h 00m

1 stop

07:05 - 08:35

MAA

JFK

35h 00m

2 stops

₹ 74,489Multiple Airlines

Sun, 3 May - Tue, 19 May

17:59 - 02:40

LGA

MAA

23h 11m

2 stops

04:20 - 20:49

MAA

LGA

25h 59m

2 stops

₹ 110,410Qatar Airways

Mon, 3 Aug - Wed, 9 Sep

17:45 - 02:40

LGA

MAA

23h 25m

2 stops

04:20 - 20:49

MAA

LGA

25h 59m

2 stops

₹ 112,111Qatar Airways

Thu, 10 Sep - Thu, 24 Sep

Etihad Airways flights from State of New York to Chennai

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Etihad Airways

12 May

BUF07:00Buffalo

27h 40m

2 stops

MAA20:10Chennai

26 May

MAA04:05Chennai

29h 24m

2 stops

BUF23:59Buffalo

₹ 68,817

Etihad Airways

5 Jun

BUF14:47Buffalo

56h 08m

2 stops

MAA08:25Chennai

29 Jun

MAA10:15Chennai

41h 36m

2 stops

BUF18:21Buffalo

₹ 71,464

Etihad Airways

17 Apr

BUF07:00Buffalo

34h 20m

2 stops

MAA02:50Chennai

6 May

MAA21:55Chennai

26h 34m

2 stops

BUF14:59Buffalo

₹ 71,558

Air India flights from State of New York to Chennai

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Air India

4 Sept

EWR11:30Newark

23h 25m

1 stop

MAA20:25Chennai

20 Sept

MAA14:00Chennai

28h 30m

1 stop

EWR09:00Newark

₹ 72,220

Air India

10 Sept

EWR11:30Newark

27h 20m

1 stop

MAA00:20Chennai

24 Sept

MAA18:00Chennai

23h 00m

1 stop

EWR07:30Newark

₹ 73,071

Air India

1 Sept

EWR11:30Newark

31h 55m

1 stop

MAA04:55Chennai

30 Sept

MAA16:20Chennai

26h 10m

1 stop

EWR09:00Newark

₹ 73,733

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BuffaloChennai

BUF - MAA

BUFMAA

Buffalo

Tue 12/5

07:00-02:50

2 stops34h 20m

Chennai

Wed 27/5

21:55-13:52

2 stops25h 27m

₹ 68,817

BuffaloChennai

BUF - MAA

BUFMAA

Buffalo

Fri 5/6

14:47-08:25

2 stops56h 08m

Chennai

Mon 29/6

10:15-18:21

2 stops41h 36m

₹ 71,464

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Fri 4/9

11:30-20:25

1 stop23h 25m

Chennai

Sun 20/9

14:00-09:00

1 stop28h 30m

₹ 72,220

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Thu 10/9

11:30-00:20

1 stop27h 20m

Chennai

Thu 24/9

18:00-07:30

1 stop23h 00m

₹ 73,071

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 13/5

15:00-05:20

1 stop28h 50m

Chennai

Tue 26/5

06:10-10:00

1 stop37h 20m

₹ 73,543

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 13/5

15:00-05:20

1 stop28h 50m

Chennai

Thu 21/5

06:10-10:00

1 stop37h 20m

₹ 73,827

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/5

22:20-02:50

1 stop19h 00m

Chennai

Tue 19/5

06:15-08:35

3 stops35h 50m

₹ 73,922

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/5

22:20-02:50

1 stop19h 00m

Chennai

Tue 19/5

07:05-08:35

2 stops35h 00m

₹ 74,489

Fastest return journey

New YorkChennai

LGA - MAA

LGAMAA

New York LaGuardia

Mon 3/8

17:59-02:40

2 stops23h 11m

Chennai

Wed 9/9

04:20-20:49

2 stops25h 59m

₹ 110,410

New YorkChennai

LGA - MAA

LGAMAA

New York LaGuardia

Thu 10/9

17:45-02:40

2 stops23h 25m

Chennai

Thu 24/9

04:20-20:49

2 stops25h 59m

₹ 112,111

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

The month of January is another great option to travel to Chennai, with average flight prices from State of New York averaging around ₹ 74,867.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chennai from State of New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around ₹ 93,016 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 State of New York for as low as ₹ 83,374 on momondo.

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The fastest flight from State of New York to Chennai takes 18h 55m

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How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Chennai Airport?
As of March 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from 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 offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify 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 travel and health documents required for your trip to Chennai Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chennai Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from State of New York to Chennai

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Air India	PriceFrom ₹ 69,614	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,975 reviews		Search Air India flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 71,026	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,431 reviews		Search Etihad Airways flights

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