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₹ 36,092 Find Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Chennai departing on 10/1. 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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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai (WAS-MAA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Chennai

Fri, 20 Feb - Sun, 8 Mar
Etihad Airways Logo
21:10 - 19:55IAD-MAA
36h 15m1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
15:45 - 16:50MAA-IAD
34h 35m1 stop
₹ 69,110Etihad Airways
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Thu, 2 Oct - Thu, 30 Oct
Etihad Airways Logo
22:05 - 20:10IAD-MAA
36h 35m1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
10:00 - 16:50MAA-IAD
40h 20m1 stop
₹ 69,286Etihad Airways
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Tue, 21 Oct - Tue, 25 Nov
Air India Logo
06:25 - 20:50DCA-MAA
28h 55m2 stops
Air India Logo
11:40 - 14:59MAA-DCA
37h 49m2 stops
₹ 69,286Air India
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Wed, 1 Oct - Mon, 30 Mar
Qatar Airways Logo
21:00 - 02:50IAD-MAA
20h 20m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
04:20 - 15:40MAA-IAD
20h 50m1 stop
₹ 69,374Qatar Airways
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Tue, 14 Oct - Tue, 21 Oct
Qatar Airways Logo
21:00 - 02:50IAD-MAA
20h 20m1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
04:20 - 15:40MAA-IAD
20h 50m1 stop
₹ 69,462Qatar Airways
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Tue, 10 Feb - Sat, 7 Mar
British Airways Logo
21:45 - 05:35IAD-MAA
21h 20m1 stop
British Airways Logo
07:35 - 15:35MAA-IAD
42h 30m1 stop
₹ 70,164British Airways
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Mon, 29 Sep - Tue, 31 Mar
British Airways Logo
17:50 - 03:30IAD-MAA
24h 10m1 stop
British Airways Logo
05:35 - 17:35MAA-IAD
21h 30m1 stop
₹ 70,603British Airways
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Fri, 17 Oct - Fri, 31 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:45 - 08:55IAD-MAA
50h 40m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
01:50 - 16:50MAA-IAD
24h 30m1 stop
₹ 71,042Multiple Airlines
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Mon, 13 Oct - Sun, 16 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:45 - 08:55IAD-MAA
29h 40m2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
01:50 - 20:15MAA-IAD
28h 55m1 stop
₹ 71,218Multiple Airlines
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Tue, 21 Oct - Mon, 17 Nov
Air India Logo
06:25 - 00:55DCA-MAA
33h 00m2 stops
Air India Logo
09:35 - 14:50MAA-DCA
39h 45m2 stops
₹ 71,306Air India
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When to book
2 weeks
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 12% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest return fare
₹ 69,110
Typical prices: ₹ 69,154-85488
Etihad Airways
Fri 20/2Sun 8/3
IAD - MAA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
₹ 36,092
Typical prices: ₹ 42,239-48298
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Sat 10/1
IAD - MAA • 2 stops
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Washington, D.C. to Chennai flights

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

How much is a return flight from Washington, D.C. to Chennai?

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chennai?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Chennai on a Friday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chennai. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Thursday and avoiding Sundays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chennai?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Chennai is March, where tickets cost ₹ 69,725 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is ₹ 131,108 and ₹ 114,072 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Chennai, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 12% 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 seasonMarch
Cheapest flight₹ 36,092
Best time to beat the crowds (25% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (24% more expensive on average)
Flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Chennai

When to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Washington, D.C. to Chennai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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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 Washington, D.C. to Chennai

  • When I want to fly with Etihad Airways from Washington, D.C. to Chennai, can I pre-select my seats?

    Yes, when flying with Etihad Airways from Washington, D.C. to Chennai, you can pre-select your seats. Etihad Airways allows passengers to choose their preferred seats in advance. You can either select your seats during the booking process or manage your booking later to make seat selections. This option ensures that you can secure your desired seating arrangements before your flight.

  • How can I get to the city center after my flight from Washington, D.C. to Chennai?

    Upon arriving at Chennai airport (MAA) from Washington, D.C., you have several options to reach the city center. Taxis and ride-sharing services are readily available outside the terminal. Alternatively, you can use the pre-paid taxi counters inside the airport. Another convenient choice is the suburban train network, with a station located near the airport. Buses operated by the Metropolitan Transport Corporation also provide transportation to the city center.

  • Does Etihad Airways allow passengers to board flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai with their pets?

    Etihad Airways allows passengers to bring pets on flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai. However, only cats and dogs are accepted as pets. The maximum weight limit for pets, including the crate, is 70 lbs. The pets must be transported in an IATA-approved crate and have proper health certificates, including vaccination records.

  • Which in-flight entertainment options does Etihad Airways offer on flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai?

    Etihad Airways offers a wide range of in-flight entertainment options on flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai. Passengers can enjoy a diverse selection of movies, TV shows, music albums, games, and audio books on their personal seatback screens.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Washington, D.C. to Chennai?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chennai was ₹ 411 for a one-way ticket and ₹ 787 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Washington, D.C. to Chennai?

    There are 2 airports in Washington, D.C. (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.) and only 1 airport in Chennai (Chennai). The cheapest flights are generally found on the Washington Dulles Airport to Chennai flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Washington, D.C. to Chennai?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Washington, D.C. and Chennai, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Chennai.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Washington, D.C. to Chennai?

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

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Chennai

  • Common layover options for Lufthansa flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai (MAA) typically include stopovers at major European airports such as Frankfurt or Munich. Passengers may have a layover of varying durations at these airports before continuing their journey to Chennai.
  • Lufthansa offers amenities for young travelers, such as children's meals, entertainment options, and dedicated assistance from the cabin crew. Additionally, Lufthansa provides bassinets for infants and priority boarding for families with children.
  • In addition, Lufthansa provides assistance to passengers with disabilities for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai. They have dedicated services and support available to ensure a comfortable and safe journey for passengers with disabilities. Lufthansa's staff is trained to assist passengers with mobility challenges, visual or hearing impairments, and other disabilities. They offer services such as wheelchair assistance, priority boarding, and specialized in-flight services to accommodate the needs of passengers with disabilities throughout the entire journey.
  • Lufthansa also assists passengers with special dietary requirements on flights from Washington, D.C. to Chennai. They offer a range of special meals to cater to various dietary needs, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, lactose-free, and more. Passengers can request their preferred meal option during the booking process or by contacting Lufthansa's customer service. The airline strives to accommodate these requirements to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable flight experience for all passengers.
  • Lufthansa is committed to promoting sustainability in travel by emphasizing fuel efficiency, eco-friendly aircraft technology, and carbon offset programs. They actively participate in initiatives like biofuel research and reducing CO2 emissions.

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