Which airlines fly to Chennai?

Air India, Etihad Airways and Emirates are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chennai from State of New York according to our data. Air India is the first choice among our users, with 35% 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.

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

Qatar Airways, Air India, 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 State of New York you fly out of and what airport in Chennai you fly into. For example, flying from Newark to Chennai takes 20h 25m 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.

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.

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

As of August 2025, there are 5 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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11:10 - 23:10JFK-MAA

26h 30m1 stop

11:40 - 06:55MAA-JFK

29h 45m1 stop

₹ 52,018Air India

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Tue, 21 Oct - Mon, 17 Nov

11:10 - 15:30JFK-MAA

18h 50m1 stop

09:35 - 07:55MAA-JFK

31h 50m1 stop

₹ 52,983Air India

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Mon, 1 Sep - Wed, 1 Oct

21:00 - 10:05JFK-MAA

27h 35m1 stop

17:50 - 06:05MAA-JFK

21h 45m1 stop

₹ 54,913American Airlines

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Fri, 5 Sep - Sun, 28 Sep

21:00 - 05:15JFK-MAA

22h 45m1 stop

17:50 - 06:05MAA-JFK

21h 45m1 stop

₹ 56,930American Airlines

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Fri, 19 Sep - Fri, 26 Sep

01:55 - 00:15JFK-MAA

36h 50m1 stop

01:30 - 06:00MAA-JFK

38h 00m1 stop

₹ 60,439Cathay Pacific

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Tue, 2 Sep - Tue, 9 Sep

11:00 - 04:45JFK-MAA

31h 15m1 stop

05:35 - 10:55MAA-JFK

38h 50m1 stop

₹ 60,790Gulf Air

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Sun, 2 Nov - Thu, 30 Apr

13:50 - 00:35JFK-MAA

24h 15m1 stop

01:50 - 19:05MAA-JFK

27h 45m1 stop

₹ 60,878Cathay Pacific

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Sun, 16 Nov - Thu, 15 Jan

14:25 - 02:30JFK-MAA

25h 35m1 stop

03:55 - 08:40MAA-JFK

39h 15m1 stop

₹ 61,404Etihad Airways

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Tue, 20 Jan - Mon, 9 Feb

11:00 - 04:45JFK-MAA

31h 15m1 stop

05:35 - 09:10MAA-JFK

38h 05m1 stop

₹ 61,492Gulf Air

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Sun, 16 Nov - Tue, 20 Jan

18:00 - 08:30BUF-MAA

53h 00m2 stops

03:55 - 22:06MAA-BUF

27h 41m2 stops

₹ 501,846Etihad Airways

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Tue, 7 Oct - Fri, 31 Oct

Qatar Airways flights from State of New York to Chennai

Our best Qatar Airways deals on State of New York to Chennai flight tickets

Qatar Airways

17 Aug

JFK01:20New York John F Kennedy Intl

40h 00m

1 stop

MAA02:50Chennai

15 Sept

MAA21:50Chennai

20h 40m

1 stop

JFK09:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

₹ 62,895

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Qatar Airways

18 Aug

JFK01:20New York John F Kennedy Intl

40h 00m

1 stop

MAA02:50Chennai

8 Sept

MAA21:50Chennai

20h 40m

1 stop

JFK09:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

₹ 64,211

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Qatar Airways

17 Aug

JFK22:00New York John F Kennedy Intl

19h 20m

1 stop

MAA02:50Chennai

2 Oct

MAA04:20Chennai

20h 20m

1 stop

JFK15:10New York John F Kennedy Intl

₹ 64,386

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Air Canada flights from State of New York to Chennai

Our best Air Canada deals on State of New York to Chennai flight tickets

Air Canada

15 Sept

LGA10:15New York LaGuardia

28h 25m

2 stops

MAA00:10Chennai

14 Oct

MAA01:55Chennai

22h 22m

2 stops

LGA14:47New York LaGuardia

₹ 74,386

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Air Canada

17 Jan

LGA15:20New York LaGuardia

22h 15m

2 stops

MAA00:05Chennai

3 Feb

MAA01:50Chennai

26h 38m

2 stops

LGA17:58New York LaGuardia

₹ 75,001

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Air Canada

19 Jan

LGA11:40New York LaGuardia

25h 55m

2 stops

MAA00:05Chennai

24 Jan

MAA01:50Chennai

27h 43m

2 stops

LGA19:03New York LaGuardia

₹ 75,615

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Depart

Return

Price

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 21/10

11:10-23:10

1 stop26h 30m

Chennai

Mon 17/11

11:40-06:55

1 stop29h 45m

₹ 52,018

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 1/9

11:10-15:30

1 stop18h 50m

Chennai

Wed 1/10

09:35-07:55

1 stop31h 50m

₹ 52,983

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 5/9

21:00-10:05

1 stop27h 35m

Chennai

Sun 28/9

17:50-06:05

1 stop21h 45m

₹ 54,913

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 19/9

21:00-05:15

1 stop22h 45m

Chennai

Fri 26/9

17:50-06:05

1 stop21h 45m

₹ 56,930

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 2/9

01:55-00:15

1 stop36h 50m

Chennai

Tue 9/9

01:30-06:00

1 stop38h 00m

₹ 60,439

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 2/11

11:00-04:45

1 stop31h 15m

Chennai

Thu 30/4

05:35-10:55

1 stop38h 50m

₹ 60,790

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 16/11

13:50-00:35

1 stop24h 15m

Chennai

Thu 15/1

01:50-19:05

1 stop27h 45m

₹ 60,878

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 20/1

14:25-02:30

1 stop25h 35m

Chennai

Mon 9/2

03:55-08:40

1 stop39h 15m

₹ 61,404

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 16/11

11:00-04:45

1 stop31h 15m

Chennai

Tue 20/1

05:35-09:10

1 stop38h 05m

₹ 61,492

BuffaloChennai

BUF - MAA

BUFMAA

Buffalo

Tue 7/10

18:00-08:30

2 stops53h 00m

Chennai

Fri 31/10

03:55-22:06

2 stops27h 41m

₹ 501,846

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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 State of New York averaging around ₹ 70,878.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Chennai from State of New York is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as ₹ 89,803. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from State of New York to Chennai on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around ₹ 126,182. 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 State of 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 ₹ 86,980. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around ₹ 116,459. 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 State of New York when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around ₹ 89,781 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 ₹ 80,176 on momondo.

Cheap State of New York to Chennai flight deals and tips

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Best price found	₹ 30,614
Fastest flight time	18h 50m
Direct flights	None
Airports in Chennai	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Chennai from State of New York in the past 72 hours is ₹ 30,614. The best return flight deal from State of New York to Chennai found on momondo in the last 72 hours is ₹ 52,018.

The fastest flight from State of New York to Chennai takes 18h 50m

There are no direct flights from State of 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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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.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York to Chennai Airport?
As of August 2025, there are 5 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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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Air India	PriceFrom ₹ 64,175	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,929 reviews	Search Air India flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 71,415	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,606 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom ₹ 73,463	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,296 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 76,601	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,232 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom ₹ 82,745	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,306 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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