NYC - MAA

₹ 28,806 Find Cheap Flights from New York to Chennai

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from New York to Chennai departing on 20/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheapest return fare
₹ 69,431
Typical prices: ₹ 67,954-₹ 89,836
Gulf Air
Wed 1/4Tue 21/4
JFK - MAA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 28,806
Typical prices: ₹ 27,699-₹ 40,625
Air India
Mon 20/4
JFK - MAA • 1 stop
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Not available
There are currently no direct flights between New York and Chennai. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Manama (BAH)
Cheapest • Avg ₹ 78,650 (return)
Abu Dhabi (AUH)
Shortest trip • 18h 49m (one-way)
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When to book
3 weeks
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 23% compared to booking last minute.
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September
Cheapest • 27% price drop
July
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Cheap Flights from New York to Chennai (NYC-MAA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from New York to Chennai that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from New York to Chennai

Wed, 1 Apr - Tue, 21 Apr
Gulf Air Logo
15:00 - 05:20
JFK
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MAA
28h 50m
1 stop
Gulf Air Logo
06:10 - 10:00
MAA
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JFK
37h 20m
1 stop
₹ 69,431Gulf Air
Fri, 17 Apr - Tue, 5 May
Gulf Air Logo
15:00 - 20:50
JFK
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MAA
20h 20m
1 stop
Gulf Air Logo
06:10 - 10:00
MAA
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JFK
37h 20m
1 stop
₹ 69,800Gulf Air
Thu, 14 May - Sun, 28 Jun
Air India Logo
11:30 - 19:10
EWR
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MAA
22h 10m
1 stop
Air India Logo
16:20 - 09:00
MAA
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EWR
26h 10m
1 stop
₹ 69,800Air India
Wed, 13 May - Sun, 14 Jun
Air India Logo
11:30 - 01:05
EWR
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MAA
28h 05m
1 stop
Air India Logo
06:55 - 09:00
MAA
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EWR
35h 35m
1 stop
₹ 69,893Air India
Wed, 13 May - Tue, 19 May
Gulf Air Logo
15:00 - 05:20
JFK
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MAA
28h 50m
1 stop
Gulf Air Logo
06:10 - 10:00
MAA
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JFK
37h 20m
1 stop
₹ 69,893Gulf Air
Wed, 2 Sep - Wed, 28 Oct
Air Canada Logo
10:40 - 00:10
LGA
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MAA
28h 00m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
01:50 - 21:32
MAA
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LGA
29h 12m
2 stops
₹ 88,174Air Canada
Tue, 1 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep
Air Canada Logo
15:30 - 00:10
LGA
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MAA
23h 10m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
01:55 - 14:36
MAA
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LGA
22h 11m
2 stops
₹ 88,912Air Canada
Wed, 13 May - Mon, 9 Nov
Lufthansa Logo
14:30 - 00:10
LGA
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MAA
24h 10m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
01:50 - 20:58
MAA
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LGA
29h 38m
2 stops
₹ 89,466Lufthansa
Wed, 8 Apr - Tue, 21 Apr
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:30 - 02:50
LGA
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MAA
34h 50m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:55 - 17:20
MAA
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LGA
28h 55m
2 stops
₹ 90,667Multiple Airlines
Fri, 10 Apr - Fri, 17 Apr
Multiple Airlines Logo
06:30 - 20:10
LGA
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MAA
28h 10m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:55 - 13:43
MAA
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LGA
25h 18m
2 stops
₹ 92,236Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for New York to Chennai flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from New York to Chennai to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from New York to Chennai?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from New York to Chennai departing in April.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Chennai?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to Chennai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from New York to Chennai is September, where tickets cost ₹ 65,276 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is ₹ 155,850 and ₹ 110,425 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to Chennai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from New York to Chennai, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 23% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 8 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight₹ 28,806
Best time to beat the crowds (28% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (14% more expensive on average)
Flight from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Chennai

When to book flights from New York to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York to Chennai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from New York to Chennai

  • Is it possible to fly directly from New York airports to Chennai?

    Unfortunately, there are no airlines that provide nonstop flights from New York airports to Chennai. You will, however, be able to find flights with one to two layovers on the route with airlines including Qatar Airways, IndiGo, Air India, Vistara, SpiceJet, EL AL, Oman Air, and Turkish Airlines. You will find that layovers on this journey are usually in Qatar, Bangladesh, Delhi, Paris, Mumbai, and Shamshabad.

  • Can I exchange currency at Chennai International Airport?

    Yes, there are a few foreign exchange offices situated at the airport that operate daily during both the day and night. These offices are found in the baggage claim area.

  • Does Chennai International Airport offer services for disabled passengers?

    The airport has ramps to cater to passengers with wheelchairs and also offers wheelchairs for rent. Braille symbols and auditory signals can be found in elevators, while accessible restrooms are also found throughout the airport.

  • Does Chennai International Airport cater to families?

    The airport has a number of onsite restaurants for passengers traveling with their families and hoping to catch a meal before they embark to the city. You will also find child care rooms, which are ideal for changing infant diapers as well as feedings.

  • What is the cheapest flight from New York to Chennai?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to Chennai was ₹ 28,806 for a one-way ticket and ₹ 69,431 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from New York to Chennai?

    On your way to Chennai, you’ll fly out from one of these New York airports: Newark, New York John F Kennedy Intl, or New York LaGuardia. You’ll be landing at Chennai.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to Chennai?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from New York to Chennai?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between New York and Chennai.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York to Chennai?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New York to Chennai.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New York to Chennai?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chennai from New York is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New York to Chennai?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Chennai with an airline and back to New York with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New York to Chennai?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Chennai from New York up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from New York to Chennai

  • If you are departing from New York, you can choose to use flights departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). JFK is located in Jamaica, Queens, which is approximately 17.7 miles away and serves the New York Metropolitan Area, while EWR is situated at Newark and Elizabeth, New Jersey, and is roughly 12.6 miles away.
  • The main airport that serves Chennai is Chennai International Airport (MAA), which mainly serves the Chennai metropolitan area in Tamil, Nadu, India. You will find that the airport is situated in Tirusulam, which is roughly 13 miles away from the business district. A personal vehicle or a taxi will be able to get you to the city center in around 10min.
  • When you arrive at Chennai International Airport, you will find that it is possible to get public transport to the city center. The airport station is situated outside the airport, which has trains that depart every 20 to 40min, with journeys taking around 30min. You could take the 18A Bus as well, which takes approximately 45min to get to central Chennai.
  • While at Chennai International Airport, you could take advantage of some of the amenities that the airport has to offer, which include a smoking lounge that is found at the security holding area of both the international and domestic terminals. There is a prayer room on site, which is situated at the security holding area as well. The airport also has a number of duty-free shops situated in the arrivals terminal of international flights and a few ATMs for a number of banks.
  • In case you are going to Chennai for business purposes, MAA is the right airport for you as it is easily accessible from the city center and has multiple forms of public transport options available for you to move around the city.

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