RDU - MAA

₹ 52,661 Find Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Chennai

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Cheapest return fare
₹ 94,235
Typical prices: ₹ 127,160-₹ 104,939
Etihad Airways
Tue 20/10Sun 1/11
RDU - MAA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 52,661
Typical prices: ₹ 64,321-₹ 81,428
Qatar Airways
Wed 19/8
RDU - MAA • 2 stops
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Etihad Airways
Cheapest • from ₹ 94,235 (return)
Lufthansa
Best reviews • 6.8 score
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There are currently no direct flights between Raleigh and Chennai. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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February
Cheapest • 20% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Chennai (RDU-MAA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Raleigh 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.
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Recent return flight deals from Raleigh to Chennai

Tue, 20 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
11:25 - 02:50
RDU
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MAA
29h 55m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
15:45 - 12:18
MAA
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RDU
31h 03m
2 stops
₹ 94,235Etihad Airways
Sat, 5 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep
Etihad Airways Logo
09:23 - 02:50
RDU
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MAA
31h 57m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
10:15 - 17:47
MAA
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RDU
65h 02m
2 stops
₹ 94,617Etihad Airways
Fri, 11 Sep - Sat, 10 Oct
Etihad Airways Logo
07:00 - 20:10
RDU
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MAA
27h 40m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
10:15 - 15:30
MAA
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RDU
38h 45m
2 stops
₹ 95,191Etihad Airways
Fri, 4 Sep - Sat, 3 Oct
Etihad Airways Logo
21:35 - 20:10
RDU
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MAA
37h 05m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
10:15 - 17:47
MAA
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RDU
65h 02m
2 stops
₹ 96,433Etihad Airways
Wed, 16 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep
Etihad Airways Logo
13:00 - 15:05
RDU
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MAA
40h 35m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
21:55 - 23:41
MAA
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RDU
35h 16m
2 stops
₹ 97,676Etihad Airways
Tue, 20 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct
Etihad Airways Logo
18:31 - 02:50
RDU
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MAA
46h 49m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
03:55 - 22:56
MAA
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RDU
28h 31m
2 stops
₹ 98,249Etihad Airways
Thu, 10 Sep - Thu, 8 Oct
Qatar Airways Logo
10:41 - 02:50
RDU
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MAA
30h 39m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
03:55 - 21:46
MAA
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RDU
27h 21m
2 stops
₹ 99,300Qatar Airways
Mon, 19 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
18:08 - 02:40
RDU
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MAA
23h 02m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
03:25 - 23:26
MAA
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RDU
30h 31m
2 stops
₹ 100,352Qatar Airways
Tue, 14 Jul - Thu, 13 Aug
Etihad Airways Logo
17:42 - 08:25
RDU
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MAA
53h 13m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
16:05 - 23:14
MAA
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RDU
40h 39m
2 stops
₹ 100,543Etihad Airways
Wed, 18 Nov - Mon, 14 Dec
Qatar Airways Logo
17:54 - 02:30
RDU
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MAA
46h 06m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
04:05 - 19:15
MAA
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RDU
25h 40m
2 stops
₹ 100,638Qatar Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Raleigh to Chennai flights

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

How much is a return flight from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Chennai departing in October.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Chennai?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Chennai is February, where tickets cost ₹ 99,491 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is ₹ 161,327 and ₹ 145,558 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Chennai, you should book around 6 weeks before departure, which saves you about 15% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 22 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonApril
Cheapest flight₹ 52,661
Best time to beat the crowds (12% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (13% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Raleigh to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Raleigh to Chennai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Raleigh to Chennai

  • Are there any ATMs and banks at the Raleigh Durham International Airport?

    Several ATMs are located inside the Raleigh Durham International Airport for convenient transactions. The ATMs are located in Terminals 1 at the Southwest Ticketing, the meeting place, and the Bag Claim section. You can also access the ATMs at Terminal 2 Ticketing Lobby, C1, C15, D3, and D11.

  • Are there any shops and restaurants at the Raleigh Durham International Airport?

    There are several shops and restaurants at the Raleigh Durham International Airport, including the iStore, Hudson, Benefit, Tech on the go, and InMotion. You can also save on the purchases you make by visiting the Raleigh-Durham Duty-Free shop located at terminal 2.

  • Does the Chennai International Airport offer currency exchange services?

    Yes, travelers can access currency exchange services at Chennai Airport. The currency exchange booths and counters are located at the Arrival/Departure hall. Several companies offer currency exchange services at the airport, including the Prime Forex Chennai located at Shop 2 on the concourse level next to the metro rail ticket.

  • Are there any meeting and conference facilities at the Chennai Airport?

    Yes, In case you have a business meeting to conduct at the Chennai Airport or a reunion, you can use the conference rooms located within the airport. The meeting and conference rooms are adequately equipped, especially if you need to hold videoconferencing or have a large number of attendees.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Raleigh to Chennai?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Raleigh to Chennai was ₹ 52,661 for a one-way ticket and ₹ 94,235 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Raleigh to Chennai?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Raleigh to Chennai?

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

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Chennai.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chennai from Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh with another airline.

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

  • The Raleigh Durham International Airport (RDU) offers two nursing rooms, convenient for mothers traveling with their babies who are breastfeeding. The nursing rooms are at Terminal 1 next to Gate A6 and Terminal 2 next to Gate C8. The Mamava Suites allow the mothers to breastfeed and pump privately. The suites contain a table, an electrical outlet, a bench, and a lockable door.
  • The Raleigh Durham International Airport has several lounges where you can rest comfortably while waiting for your flight. Some lounges include American Airlines Admirals Club, located inside Security at Terminal 2, the United Airlines United Club inside Security at Terminal 2, and USO North Carolina, located outside Security at Terminal 2. The airport also has the Delta Airlines Delta Sky Club at Terminal 2.
  • For travelers who may have disabilities, the Raleigh Durham International Airport offers several services to ensure that your experience within the airport is excellent. The airport offers handicap parking access and permission to use mobility aids such as walkers, diabetes-related equipment, and scooters. You will also be able to access the airport with your service animal as long as there is appropriate documentation.
  • There are prayer rooms within the airport if you need a quiet moment in prayer after arriving at the Chennai Airport (MAA). The prayer rooms are cross-denominational and can serve whichever religious background the traveler has. The multi-confession rooms within the airport are located across the airport’s terminals for travelers of any faith.
  • Travelers who want to rent a car at the Chennai airport can get the service at the airport’s car rental facility. The companies that offer car rental services at the airport include Avis, Car Club, Europcar, Eco Rent, Instant Cabs, MC&A, Myles, and SS Travels, which also offer pick-up services to the passengers who need such services.

Reviews of the top airline flying from Raleigh to Chennai

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Raleigh to Chennai. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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6.8
LufthansaOverall score based on 8029 reviews
6.8Comfort
6.4Entertainment
6.3Food
7.0Boarding
7.6Crew
Airline reviews

Fortunately the departure was delayed as I had a tight connection and the incoming flight was delayed. The departure delay helped me to make my connection. Thankfully, my luggage also could be transferred in the same time. The aircraft had to be changed and the power outlet in my seat didn’t work. Again luckily as the flight was not full, I could move to a different seat where the power outlet was working.

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, May 2026
FRA - BLR
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Fortunately the departure was delayed as I had a tight connection and the incoming flight was delayed. The departure delay helped me to make my connection. Thankfully, my luggage also could be transferred in the same time. The aircraft had to be changed and the power outlet in my seat didn’t work. Again luckily as the flight was not full, I could move to a different seat where the power outlet was working.

In my first flight with Air Canada we sat in the plane for 4:00pm to 6:30pm. Finally we were asked to get off the plane and we were told the flight was cancelled after 7:00pm There was o clear explanation of what was the problem. I was booked without my permission on a Delta Flight at 7:30pm that was leaving at 8:00pm and I still had to go get my luggage(my final destination was Rome with one stop in Toronto. The luggage claim for Canada was closed so had to return to finally get it on the luggage belt.. Of course I missed the Delta flight and all the next day flights were booked. I also lost what I paid for my stay in Rome because I did nt cancel in time. A complete nightmare.

Parents with permanently crying baby on board. Neither parents nor crew did anything to calm the baby. The food was extremely disappointing. Seafood stew was very, very small! Not even appetizer size! Seat had a gap in the back. Had to use a pillow to fill it.

Economy Priority seats are extremely uncomfortable. There is no way to escape the boxed in feeling, particularely because the distance between to rows are too short, the hard edge of the front row is keeping legs confined. There is no elevated place to put your feet. I am of average, European size.

Boarding was by group and we had to take the bus. There were no elevators so had to walk down the stairs. It would help to have escalators or elevators. Note I had a special needs child and the gate crew was rushing us in. The bus was full but we were packed with no seats to sit.

The food from Delhi to Frankfurt went bad or something cause I got sick after I ate the meal and felt ill the rest of my travel back to NY

Everything was on time, even though the layover in Frankfurt was 22hrs

Trip was smooth, good drew, average meal, almost cold coffee. Excellent landing. Did not enjoy going down the stairs, walking to the gate, walking up the stairs, going a long walk to the exchange gate, and going down the stairs again to be bussed all the way where we originally landed to take our next flight! Over all an average experience. Thank you.

Poor food on flight between Toronto and Stockholm Airport Toronto too crowded

Very friendly, service oriented and responsive crew. Very pleased with th service!

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Information on your arrival and departure airports

Raleigh (RDU)
Chennai (MAA)