Find flights
Deals
Insights
When to book
FAQs & Tips
Airlines

PHL - MAA

$469 Find cheap flights from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Chennai departing on 4/30. 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.
1 adult
0 bags
Fri 5/24
Fri 5/31

Search hundreds of travel sites at once for deals on flights to Chennai

 
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Philadelphia to Chennai, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Philadelphia to Chennai, as well as popular online travel agencies
In the last 7 days travelers have searched 44,979,812 times on KAYAK, and here is why:

Save 22% or moreCompare multiple travel sites with one search.

Track pricesNot ready to book? Create a price alert for when prices drop.

Filter your dealsChoose cabin class, free Wi-Fi and more.

Bundle and saveSave money when you bundle your flight + hotel.

Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Chennai (PHL-MAA)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Philadelphia 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 and deals for you by selecting your travel dates.
Choose your dates
4:10 pm - 12:10 amPHL-MAA
22h 30m2 stops
1:50 am - 3:31 pmMAA-PHL
23h 11m2 stops
Thu, Oct 3 - Sat, Oct 19
8:55 pm - 2:50 amPHL-MAA
20h 25m1 stop
4:05 am - 2:55 pmMAA-PHL
20h 20m1 stop
$992Qatar Airways
Find Deal
Thu, Oct 3 - Sun, Oct 20
5:35 pm - 8:55 amPHL-MAA
29h 50m2 stops
8:30 pm - 4:00 pmMAA-PHL
29h 00m2 stops
$1,156Lufthansa
Find Deal
Thu, Oct 3 - Sun, Oct 20
5:35 pm - 12:10 amPHL-MAA
21h 05m1 stop
1:50 am - 4:00 pmMAA-PHL
23h 40m1 stop
$1,269Lufthansa
Find Deal
Sun, Aug 11 - Fri, Aug 30
11:15 am - 10:45 amPHL-MAA
38h 00m2 stops
1:50 am - 9:33 pmMAA-PHL
29h 13m2 stops
$1,288Air Canada
Find Deal
Wed, May 29 - Thu, Jun 13
10:05 am - 10:45 amPHL-MAA
39h 10m2 stops
1:50 am - 3:29 pmMAA-PHL
47h 09m2 stops
$1,304Air Canada
Find Deal
Sat, Jun 8 - Sat, Jun 29
2:13 pm - 5:15 amPHL-MAA
29h 32m2 stops
5:35 am - 7:40 amMAA-PHL
35h 35m2 stops
$1,623American Airlines
Find Deal
Tue, Jun 4 - Mon, Jul 8
6:30 pm - 3:30 amPHL-MAA
23h 30m1 stop
5:35 am - 9:59 pmMAA-PHL
25h 54m2 stops
$1,716British Airways
Find Deal
Mon, Jun 24 - Thu, Jul 18
2:13 pm - 5:15 amPHL-MAA
29h 32m2 stops
5:35 am - 4:35 pmMAA-PHL
20h 30m1 stop
$1,747American Airlines
Find Deal
Tue, Jun 4 - Mon, Jul 8
3:45 pm - 3:30 amPHL-MAA
26h 15m2 stops
5:35 am - 12:35 pmMAA-PHL
40h 30m2 stops
$1,904British Airways
Find Deal
Mon, Jul 1 - Wed, Jul 17

Flights from Philadelphia to Chennai - Travel Insights & Trends

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

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Philadelphia to Chennai?

The average price of all flights from Philadelphia to Chennai clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
If you are looking for a flight deal from Philadelphia to Chennai, look for departures on Tuesdays and avoid leaving on a Sunday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Chennai, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Chennai is October, where tickets cost $1,209 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of tickets is $1,869 and $1,677 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Philadelphia to Chennai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Philadelphia to Chennai, you should book around 4 days before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Chennai?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the last 72 hours, the best return deals on flights connecting Philadelphia to Chennai were found on Qatar Airways ($992) and Lufthansa ($1,156). Qatar Airways proposed the cheapest one-way flight at $599.

Good to know

Low season

February

High season

July

Cheapest flight

$469
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 12% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 16% increase in price.
Flight from Philadelphia to Chennai

When to book flights from Philadelphia to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Philadelphia to Chennai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips 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 Philadelphia to Chennai

  • Is it necessary for me to obtain a visa went flying from Philadelphia to Chennai?

    Since travelers do need a visa to make this trip, they have the option of applying for a paper visa or visiting the website of the government of India to obtain electronic travel authorization. It is important to obtain one of these items before your flight as you may get denied entry upon arrival if you do not have one of these with you.

  • What are some of the ways I can take transportation to get from the Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Chennai after a flight?

    A very convenient method of transportation is to ride on the Chennai Metro Rail Limited Corridor 1 line, that can take passengers from the airport to the center of town in around 39min. When you take a taxi on this trip, you should expect to be riding for around 20 minutes.

  • Does the Chennai International Airport offer any shower facilities for travelers after a long flight from Philadelphia?

    Passengers will find showers available in the retiring rooms passengers will find in the International Terminal.

  • What are some of the choices for a hotel that has a location close to the Chennai International Airport?

    There are two different hotels that have a location close to the airport, and they include the Hotel Southern Comfort, as well as The Mount Manor, which offers a free shuttle service between the airport in the hotel.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Philadelphia to Chennai?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Philadelphia to Chennai was $469 for a one-way ticket and $957 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Philadelphia and Chennai?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in Philadelphia and on arrival in Chennai.

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

    Philadelphia and Chennai are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Philadelphia from Philadelphia and will be arriving at Chennai.

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Philadelphia to Chennai?

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

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Chennai from Philadelphia?

    Doha is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Philadelphia to Chennai.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Philadelphia to Chennai, Qatar Airways or Lufthansa?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Philadelphia to Chennai are Qatar Airways and Lufthansa. With an average price for the route of $1,235 and an overall rating of 7.7, Qatar Airways is the most popular choice. Lufthansa is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,438 and an overall rating of 7.0.

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

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chennai from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Chennai?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Chennai with an airline and back to Philadelphia with another airline. Booking your flights between Philadelphia and MAA can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

See more FAQs

Top tips for finding a cheap flight from PHL to Chennai

  • One of the best ways that a traveler can make their way from the downtown Philadelphia area to the Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) without having to sit behind the wheel of their own car is to travel on the SEPTA Airport Line light rail service, which makes this trip in about 23 minutes.
  • When you want to drive yourself to the Philadelphia International Airport, one of the most cost-effective solutions for parking that sits near the airport property is the Economy Parking lot which has an entrance on Island Avenue. Passengers can pick up free shuttle buses from this lot to all of the terminal buildings.
  • Moms who are nursing a small one and flying out of Philadelphia International Airport should love to know that this airport features four different nursing pods that sit past the security checkpoints in the terminals. These pods feature a fold-down table, comfortable benches, a locking door, and an electrical outlet.
  • Military members taking a flight from Philadelphia International Airport should stop by the Liberty USO, that is open from early in the morning until early this evening every day of the week except Tuesday. The lounge has a location on the secure side of Terminal Three and features great amenities such as free snacks and drinks and plenty of comfortable seating for military members.
  • When you plan on taking a pet or a service animal with you through the Philadelphia International Airport, one important thing to remember is that this airport features an indoor pet relief area in every terminal of the building past the security checkpoints, as well as four different pet relief areas outside of the terminal buildings on Departing Flights Road.
See more tips

Top 5 airlines serving from Philadelphia to Chennai

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Philadelphia 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.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Philadelphia to Chennai? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
DeltaOverall score based on 11004 reviews
7.9comfort
8.6crew
7.5food
8.2boarding
8.0entertainment
Airline reviews

I'm a larger, athletic guy (6'2", 260lbs powerlifter) and I found the seats incredibly uncomfortable with minimal leg room, especially in a window seat. Now, I full understand that being smaller may change my view but even if I was 80lbs less, my legs would be the same size and I was sandwiched between my seat and the seat in front of me.

6.0 GoodDan, Apr 2024LGA - DEN
Read more about Delta reviews

I'm a larger, athletic guy (6'2", 260lbs powerlifter) and I found the seats incredibly uncomfortable with minimal leg room, especially in a window seat. Now, I full understand that being smaller may change my view but even if I was 80lbs less, my legs would be the same size and I was sandwiched between my seat and the seat in front of me.

Horrible. This was not first class. This was a connecting flight whi h was late. My original flight never came. I hated the fact that delta gave me a connecting flight from New York to Orlando Florida. No meals and the television screens were not working. There wasn't even any power to charge your phones. This is NOT FIRST CLASS DELTA!!! Do better next time!

This flight was ridiculous. I had to have a connecting flight from New York to orlando Florida??? The flight left late and because it was a short flight there was no first class amenities. I had one alcohol drink. The flight crew was fine, but it sure did not feel like first class. Delta to me dropped the ball by giving me a connecting flight. By the time we got to Raleigh we would have missed the next flight. Lucky for me the flight never came so now I was stuck waiting for a later flight that came in late also.

Our flight was delayed in Atlanta. The staff could have gave us an explanation for the delay and how long it would be.

I liked the ease of checking in, luggage check in, wheel chair assistance, boarding and flight.

On my way home I had a layover. The flight from ATL to CLT was amended 5x while I was waiting. I could have driven home sooner. Overall from Dallas, Tx to Charlotte, NC I started my trip at 4:30pm, I didn’t get home until past midnight. I know things happen, but 5x to make me run back and forth in an airport from different terminals is excessive. I also upgraded to comfort + , I didn’t feel it was worth it. There was no benefit

On my way home I had a layover. The flight from ATL to CLT was amended 5x while I was waiting. I could have driven home sooner. Overall from Dallas, Tx to Charlotte, NC I started my trip at 4:30pm, I didn’t get home until past midnight. I know things happen, but 5x to make me run back and forth in an airport from different terminals is excessive.

They did a fine job. Can't wait to use Delta in the future.

There was a loud squeaky sound the whole time we were flying.

Had a broken tray in business class. Crew just shrugged it off.

Operated by American Airlines. Very chaotic and the crew was bit rough responding any enquiries. Restricted leg space.. Qatar would have been better

No towels or tissue and chocolate and mint provided before arrival

Qatar airways from Doha to guangzhau was excellent big bird Boeing 777 more room and smoothly flight, I Love it

It was good no problems made it on time for the next flight overseas!

They made us deliberate waste time by holding our passports and boarding passes making us miss the flight

The made us waiting and held our passports and boarding pass making us miss our flights

Not impressed. Only allowed one carry on on such a long flight.

The flight was good but my neighbor had the vent open full power for the whole flight and because the air was blowing from the side instead of from the top and I got very cold and ended up with a sore throat.

Bad experience with the delay n long wait time for connecting flight after missing the connection flight from Doha.

Wore experience due to delay and took me 3 days to reach my destination.

Due to a strike taking place with the airline, it negatively impacted my flight in multiple ways. My flight was delayed over 2 hours and the food served was mediocre at best.

Cabin crew were great. Seats are criminal for tall people

Flight was delayed 1.5 hrs due to problem with a previous flight to mine; I was informed appropriately via Text & Email, however, website did not keep up with messages sent by nearly an hour. When checking-in warm & friendly reception at check-in desk until female Air Canada Rep noticed my flight number and instantly pivoted to a condescending & sarcastic comments about getting my bag checked in since I’m running so late; then tone instantly changed again few minutes later when she muttered, “Oh, they’ve delayed it” another sign systems & worse front line staff, not fully informed or simply not reading their flight status updates. Flight crew were very friendly & did a great job trying to make up lost time due to the delay.

It was great, love the experience and will definitely recommend 👌. Communication was great

My flight was great! Gate attendants and crew were great… pleasant and in good spirits. Flight delayed several hours and we were well informed of the status while on plane. Thank you!

The fact that I got to Toronto alive and well and safe is a huge plus. I thank the captain and crew for a safe flight The comfort of the aircraft leaves much to be desired. Human beings should not have to be that cramped and squashed on a flight that we pay a lot for and even have to pay for lousy food choices The cabin crew were pleasant and helpful Kudos to them as the flight was packed to capacity and there was a lot of work for them in a short space of time All in all a good experience, but too cramped

It was great to check carryon luggage at no charge when there was no room for ours. A hidden benefit of having low-tier tickets. Also great to stay off plane as long as possible. Airline gave us seats we wanted on this last leg, again at no charge.

Fresh fuit or veg snacks would be so great, but there are two good restaurants in Denver airport. Try Etais UDIS or Freshens DIA for nutritious delicious pita sandwiches/ donairs and crepes in Freshens.

The late departure Of two hours waitresses, immature, and gossiping

Crowded plane but it flew on time and had friendly staff

Horrible experience. Nothing to give to kids to keep them entertained.

I think I have bruises on my kneecaps. Do the seats have to be so close together these days? And if they are so close they really shouldn’t recline. I think when the gentleman in front of me reclined, the back of his head was on my chin. That being said the crew were always caring and polite, and the flight was on time and very safe. So I’m grateful for that.

I always try to book flights that don’t charge for baggage. Yet I was charged $75 for this flight.

Trouble keeps changing the time and I was booked different flight without knowing it was bad experience

I dropped my wallet under my seat on this flight with all of my money and credit card. I requested to be able to go back and retrieve it but Lufthansa denied my request. I went to the Customer Services and they called Lost and Found but I was told nothing found would be turned in until around 12:00pm. My next flight was leaving so I was unable to check to see if my wallet was turned in. I will never fly with Lufthansa again.

My concern is with Flight: 441 IAH-FRA I was very cramped in my seat and the person in front of me was reclined. I pulled my wallet out of my purse and when finished I did my best to cram it back into my purse. Our flight was very delayed and we were rebooked twice and lots of airport time. As I got off the flight I noticed that I had dropped my wallet( containing all my credit & debit bank cards + 240 US dollars & 240 Euros. I spoke to customer service & Lost &Found. I was denied access to look on the plane. Therefore I have been without money and given no help. Paula Bjork 503.545.6698

Dinner was good by air travel standards but breakfast was too light and heavy on carbs/sugar.

Used to love Lufthansa, but Rowe are too close together in Economy and passengers are allowed to recline their seats so far back it is impossible for those behind them to even reach for carry-on essentials during flight - except for meal service when flight attendants ask for seat backs to be raised, we can’t sleep on planes so this flight was most uncomfortable ever! Rod Rose

So far so good. I missed my flight because of the Lufthansa diversion. United helped me to figure out how to get accommodations from Lufthansa for my long layover. They help me book appropriate onward flight.

Horrible crowding on the seats, headphones provided did not fit or work in the entertainment center, seriously the most uncomfortable flight I have taken in a LONG time. The people in front of me were literally 5 inches from my face the entire flight. Did they change their seats recently? I remember it being tight but wow this was a whole new level. Also I am a 5'3" small woman so I can't even imagine a larger person dealing with that for 11 hrs.

In economy and food was ok, but with limited leg space (and I was in a 2 seat configuration) it was difficult to eat with a tiny seat tray. I spilt wine on my trousers. First time on British Air (I usually fly Turkish Air) and in a 777. Heathrow was pleasant but changing terminals awkward.

Starting with the flight Cairo to London the plain was so poor no entertainment at all uncomfortable seats although it’s 5 hours long,then an American airline plain took me from London to Miami it was a bad experience the crew most of flight time not available and they asked us to help our selves for any snacks if we need. From Miami to London actually was perfect flight with a huge plain and perfect crew but from London to Cairo was horrible plain with stiff fixed seats not movable no entertainment or wi fi very poor Menu which is unacceptable for a business class

I've done hundreds of flights in my life, and this flight was one of the best I've ever taken, From beginning to end, everything went smoothly, professionally, and with a smile and friendly attitude from all employees I interacted with. The food was delicious (and free), as were the drinks. There was just a genial and effective way in the way that British Airways organized the flight -that reminded of days in the 70's, 80's, and 90's, when flying was a fun, and exciting adventure. I enjoyed and had confidence in the abilities of the flight crew, I'll be flying British Airways several more times this summer. Thank you so much for the great experience! Cheryl Olso

My baggage did not arrived with me. Took 3 days to get it after so may calls and follow up

Terrible! I missed my flight to my final destination and British airlines and American Airlines keep pointing fingers on each other’s. Nobody wants to take responsibility

Terrible. Flight was 3 hours delayed and I missed my other flight to my final destination

Overall, terrific service, accommodations, and experience. Only reason comfort was rated lower was because it was difficult to keep a comfortable sleeping position for the overnight flight, but I also had an economy seat.

Not sure if the crew were experiencing something unknown to me,but the service of passing water was non-existent.In addition,please take consideration when providing yogurt as alternative for breakfast as some of us, could be lactose intolerant.. thanks

Very cramped seats in economy, difficult to get comfortable with your legs and feet and back. The seat width is ok but I’m average size. Food is HORRIBLE. Crew is friendly. Delays and very tight connections made it tough for navigating. We would have missed our connecting flight if it wasn’t delayed too. The terminal transit was slow and normally every 10 minutes before 8pm, after 8 pm is every 30 minutes!!!!! No free wine or drinks!! Below average attitude.

Leg room was better than expected. Lavatory’s were easy to access.crew was grea!

Book cheap flights from Philadelphia to Chennai

Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Philadelphia to Chennai found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
4/30Tue
3 stops
48h 55mPHL-MAA
$469
5/1Wed
3 stops
51h 40mPHL-MAA
$497
4/30Tue
2 stopsQatar Airways
29h 56mPHL-MAA
$599
5/1Wed
1 stopQatar Airways
20h 35mPHL-MAA
$652
5/9Thu
2 stopsAir Canada
39h 10mPHL-MAA
$674
5/9Thu
1 stopLufthansa
21h 05mPHL-MAA
$703
5/8Wed
1 stopLufthansa
21h 05mPHL-MAA
$712
6/17Mon
2 stopsAir Canada
33h 05mPHL-MAA
$851
4/30Tue
1 stopBritish Airways
22h 20mPHL-MAA
$876
4/30Tue
1 stopBritish Airways
19h 15mPHL-MAA
$877

Search by stops

Search by airline

Search by price

Last minute flights from Philadelphia to Chennai

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Philadelphia to Chennai that are departing in the next 10 days.
4/29Mon
multi-stopAir Canada
33h 35mPHL-MAA
5/14Tue
multi-stopAir Canada
29h 13mMAA-PHL
$1,167
4/25Thu
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
34h 47mPHL-MAA
5/11Sat
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
30h 43mMAA-PHL
$1,379
4/25Thu
multi-stopLufthansa
21h 05mPHL-MAA
5/10Fri
multi-stopLufthansa
23h 40mMAA-PHL
$1,483
4/25Thu
multi-stop
45h 30mPHL-MAA
5/10Fri
multi-stop
29h 13mMAA-PHL
$1,491
4/25Thu
multi-stop
33h 35mPHL-MAA
5/10Fri
multi-stop
23h 40mMAA-PHL
$1,511
4/27Sat
multi-stop
42h 40mPHL-MAA
4/30Tue
multi-stop
23h 40mMAA-PHL
$1,515
4/25Thu
multi-stopQatar Airways
20h 35mPHL-MAA
5/11Sat
multi-stopQatar Airways
27h 30mMAA-PHL
$1,597
4/26Fri
multi-stopQatar Airways
20h 35mPHL-MAA
5/3Fri
multi-stopQatar Airways
20h 05mMAA-PHL
$1,600
4/27Sat
multi-stopLufthansa
28h 15mPHL-MAA
5/1Wed
multi-stopLufthansa
28h 15mMAA-PHL
$1,723
4/25Thu
multi-stopEmirates
29h 25mPHL-MAA
5/11Sat
multi-stopEmirates
46h 29mMAA-PHL
$9,897

Search by stops

Search by airline

Search by price

Philadelphia - Chennai Flights

Departure:

Philadelphia (PHL)United States

Destination:

Chennai (MAA)India

Return flight deals:

Chennai - Philadelphia

Cabin classes:

Browse destinations: