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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai from ₹ 35,252

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Qatar Airways Logo
20:05 - 02:30IAD-MAA
19h 55m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
04:05 - 15:55MAA-IAD
22h 20m1 stop
₹ 69,084Qatar Airways
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Mon, 3 Nov - Sun, 9 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
21:10 - 02:30IAD-MAA
18h 50m1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
21:40 - 15:30MAA-IAD
28h 20m1 stop
₹ 69,705Etihad Airways
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Thu, 27 Nov - Fri, 19 Dec
Air India Logo
06:25 - 15:30DCA-MAA
23h 35m2 stops
Air India Logo
08:00 - 14:36MAA-DCA
41h 06m2 stops
₹ 70,771Air India
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Mon, 20 Oct - Tue, 11 Nov
British Airways Logo
21:45 - 05:35IAD-MAA
21h 20m1 stop
British Airways Logo
07:35 - 19:55MAA-IAD
22h 50m1 stop
₹ 70,859British Airways
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Sun, 4 Jan - Thu, 5 Mar
American Airlines Logo
17:45 - 05:20DCA-MAA
25h 05m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
18:15 - 10:17MAA-DCA
26h 32m2 stops
₹ 71,126American Airlines
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Mon, 3 Nov - Mon, 10 Nov
British Airways Logo
21:45 - 05:35IAD-MAA
21h 20m1 stop
British Airways Logo
07:35 - 15:35MAA-IAD
42h 30m1 stop
₹ 71,303British Airways
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Mon, 5 Jan - Mon, 2 Mar
Lufthansa Logo
19:00 - 00:05IAD-MAA
19h 35m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
01:50 - 14:35MAA-IAD
23h 15m1 stop
₹ 71,925Lufthansa
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Fri, 31 Oct - Sat, 8 Nov
Lufthansa Logo
17:15 - 00:05IAD-MAA
20h 20m1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
01:50 - 15:50MAA-IAD
24h 30m1 stop
₹ 72,902Lufthansa
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Fri, 23 Jan - Fri, 30 Jan
Air India Logo
06:25 - 19:25DCA-MAA
27h 30m2 stops
Air India Logo
11:40 - 14:36MAA-DCA
37h 26m2 stops
₹ 76,809Air India
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Thu, 23 Oct - Tue, 11 Nov
American Airlines Logo
17:45 - 05:20DCA-MAA
25h 05m2 stops
American Airlines Logo
16:00 - 10:03MAA-DCA
28h 33m2 stops
₹ 80,272American Airlines
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Thu, 22 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb

Qatar Airways flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Washington, D.C. to Chennai flight tickets
Qatar Airways
5 Oct
IAD21:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
20h 20m
1 stop
MAA02:50Chennai
13 Oct
MAA04:20Chennai
20h 50m
1 stop
IAD15:40Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
₹ 68,728
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Qatar Airways
3 Nov
IAD20:05Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
19h 55m
1 stop
MAA02:30Chennai
9 Nov
MAA04:05Chennai
22h 20m
1 stop
IAD15:55Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
₹ 69,084
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Qatar Airways
3 Nov
IAD20:05Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
19h 55m
1 stop
MAA02:30Chennai
10 Nov
MAA21:50Chennai
28h 35m
1 stop
IAD15:55Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
₹ 70,415
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Etihad Airways flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai

Our best Etihad Airways deals on Washington, D.C. to Chennai flight tickets
Etihad Airways
27 Nov
IAD21:10Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
18h 50m
1 stop
MAA02:30Chennai
19 Dec
MAA21:40Chennai
28h 20m
1 stop
IAD15:30Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
₹ 69,705
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Etihad Airways
1 Nov
IAD22:10Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
18h 50m
1 stop
MAA02:30Chennai
22 Nov
MAA03:55Chennai
22h 05m
1 stop
IAD15:30Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
₹ 70,682
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Etihad Airways
31 Oct
IAD22:10Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
18h 50m
1 stop
MAA02:30Chennai
9 Nov
MAA21:40Chennai
28h 20m
1 stop
IAD15:30Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
₹ 70,771
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Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 3/11

20:05-02:30

1 stop19h 55m

Chennai

Sun 9/11

04:05-15:55

1 stop22h 20m

₹ 69,084

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 27/11

21:10-02:30

1 stop18h 50m

Chennai

Fri 19/12

21:40-15:30

1 stop28h 20m

₹ 69,705

Washington, D.C.Chennai

DCA - MAA

DCAMAA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 20/10

06:25-15:30

2 stops23h 35m

Chennai

Tue 11/11

08:00-14:36

2 stops41h 06m

₹ 70,771

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/1

21:45-05:35

1 stop21h 20m

Chennai

Thu 5/3

07:35-19:55

1 stop22h 50m

₹ 70,859

Washington, D.C.Chennai

DCA - MAA

DCAMAA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 3/11

17:45-05:20

2 stops25h 05m

Chennai

Mon 10/11

18:15-10:17

2 stops26h 32m

₹ 71,126

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/1

21:45-05:35

1 stop21h 20m

Chennai

Mon 2/3

07:35-15:35

1 stop42h 30m

₹ 71,303

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 31/10

19:00-00:05

1 stop19h 35m

Chennai

Sat 8/11

01:50-14:35

1 stop23h 15m

₹ 71,925

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 23/1

17:15-00:05

1 stop20h 20m

Chennai

Fri 30/1

01:50-15:50

1 stop24h 30m

₹ 72,902

Washington, D.C.Chennai

DCA - MAA

DCAMAA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 23/10

06:25-19:25

2 stops27h 30m

Chennai

Tue 11/11

11:40-14:36

2 stops37h 26m

₹ 76,809

Washington, D.C.Chennai

DCA - MAA

DCAMAA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 22/1

17:45-05:20

2 stops25h 05m

Chennai

Sun 1/2

16:00-10:03

2 stops28h 33m

₹ 80,272

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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 Washington, D.C. averaging around ₹ 73,079.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Chennai from Washington, D.C. is on a Friday. momondo users have found tickets for Friday departures for as low as ₹ 76,981. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai on a Sunday will generally be more expensive and average around ₹ 124,489. 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 Washington, D.C. to Chennai flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to Chennai in the evening for as low as ₹ 85,077. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around ₹ 121,931. 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 Washington, D.C. when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around ₹ 92,015 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 Washington, D.C. for as low as ₹ 88,264 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Washington, D.C. to Chennai flights?

You could potentially save up to 14% on your flight if you consider stops on a Washington, D.C. to Chennai flight.

How have Washington, D.C. to Chennai flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Washington, D.C. to Chennai flights are approximately 18% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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  • How far is Washington, D.C. to Chennai by plane?

    Chennai is 13762.5 km away from Washington, D.C.. Typically, this will take 18h 50m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai Airport?

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chennai Airport?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. to Chennai Airport.

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

    The required travel and health documents for your Chennai Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chennai Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Chennai

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Etihad AirwaysPriceFrom ₹ 69,755Free CancellationRating
7.4
1,267 reviews
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Qatar AirwaysPriceFrom ₹ 74,773Free CancellationRating
7.4
3,637 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom ₹ 82,560Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,360 reviews
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