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$578 Find Cheap Flights from Chennai to New York John F Kennedy Airport - Compare and Save

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Chennai to John F Kennedy Intl departing on 9/13. 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 round-trip
$917
Typical prices: $848-$1,008
Etihad Airways
Tue 10/6Thu 4/1
MAA - JFK • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$578
Typical prices: $552-$873
Multiple Airlines
Sun 9/13
MAA - JFK • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chennai and John F Kennedy Intl. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $877 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 20h 33m (one-way)
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in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 8 weeks in advance save around 36% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 11% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Chennai to John F Kennedy Intl (MAA-JFK)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chennai to John F Kennedy Intl 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 round-trip flight deals from Chennai to John F Kennedy Intl

Tue, Oct 6 - Thu, Apr 1
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4:05 am - 4:00 pm-
21h 25m
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3:45 pm - 2:50 am-
25h 35m
$917Etihad Airways
Thu, Dec 24 - Wed, Jan 13
Gulf Air Logo
5:35 am - 9:00 am-
37h 55m
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11:55 am - 4:45 am-
30h 20m
$928Gulf Air
Tue, Sep 15 - Fri, Jan 8
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6:10 am - 10:00 am-
37h 20m
Gulf Air Logo
11:55 am - 8:40 pm-
22h 15m
$928Gulf Air
Wed, Oct 7 - Thu, Apr 1
Etihad Airways Logo
9:55 pm - 4:00 pm-
27h 35m
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10:20 pm - 3:05 pm-
31h 15m
$930Etihad Airways
Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 26
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7:00 am - 8:20 am-
34h 50m
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11:05 am - 8:10 pm-
23h 35m
$941Air India
Thu, Oct 8 - Sat, Oct 17
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12:25 pm - 8:20 am-
29h 25m
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11:10 am - 10:35 pm-
25h 55m
$941Air India
Tue, Dec 22 - Sun, Jan 10
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3:15 am - 2:20 pm-
21h 35m
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4:55 pm - 2:15 am-
22h 50m
$951Kuwait Airways
Sat, Dec 19 - Wed, Jan 13
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3:15 am - 2:20 pm-
21h 35m
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4:55 pm - 6:40 am-
27h 15m
$966Kuwait Airways
Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Feb 2
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3:50 am - 8:15 am-
38h 55m
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10:20 pm - 8:10 pm-
35h 20m
$999Emirates
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Feb 2
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9:45 pm - 6:55 pm-
31h 40m
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10:20 pm - 8:15 am-
23h 25m
$999Emirates
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Chennai to John F Kennedy Intl flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Chennai to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Chennai to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport departing in December.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport from Chennai usually cost between $1,073 and $1,514 in December.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $928 on Gulf Air (Dec 24-Jan 10).

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chennai to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, 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 Chennai to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport is March, where tickets cost $886 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,275 and $1,147 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chennai to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Chennai to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, 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 Chennai to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, you should book around 8 weeks before departure, which saves you about 36% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Chennai to John F Kennedy Intl

 
AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on MAA

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on JFK

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$578
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 6% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Chennai to John F Kennedy Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chennai to John F Kennedy Intl 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 Chennai to New York John F Kennedy Airport flights

  • How can I get from John F Kennedy Airport (JFK) to downtown Manhattan?

    From JFK Airport you can reach the centre of the city with ease. One of the most convenient ways to travel is by taxi. You can get one from the front of the airport and it costs about $ 50 (₹ 3,648). There is also a train which takes a bit longer at about 60min, but is cheaper costing approximately $ 16 (₹ 1,167).

  • Can I stay at a hotel at Chennai International Airport (MAA)?

    If you are taking an early flight from MAA then you might want to get a hotel the night before so that you are not rushing in the morning. For instance, you could stay at Trident Hotel Chennai which is around 9min by car from the terminal the next day.

  • Can I exchange money at John F Kennedy International Airport (JFK)?

    If you did not get to exchange currency in India then you can do so upon arrival at JFK Airport. Within the terminal building you can access a Travelex Bureau so you will have all the local currency that you need.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chennai to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chennai to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport was $578 for a one-way ticket and $917 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chennai and New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in Chennai and on arrival in New York John F Kennedy Airport.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Chennai to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    When flying out of Chennai you will be using Chennai. You will be landing at New York John F Kennedy Airport, also known as New York John F Kennedy Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chennai to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chennai to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Chennai and New York John F Kennedy Airport, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to New York John F Kennedy Airport from Chennai?

    Abu Dhabi is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Chennai to New York John F Kennedy Airport.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chennai to New York, Emirates or Qatar Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chennai to New York are Emirates and Qatar Airways. With an average price for the route of $1,036 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. Qatar Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $929 and an overall rating of 7.4.

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

    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 Chennai to New York John F Kennedy Airport.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New York John F Kennedy Airport from Chennai 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 Chennai to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    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 New York John F Kennedy Airport with an airline and back to Chennai with another airline. Booking your flights between Chennai and JFK 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 Chennai to New York John F Kennedy Airport?

    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 New York John F Kennedy Airport from Chennai 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 Chennai to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

  • Due to the large distance between Chennai Airport (MAA) and John F Kennedy Airport (JFK), there are no direct flights which you can take. However, there are lots of indirect flights available. For example, you could fly with Emirates which requires one transfer, often at Dubai International Airport (DXB).
  • Before you take off you can relax at one of the lounges at Chennai Airport. For instance, the Travel Club Lounge in Terminal 1 provides you with complimentary food and drink, reading materials and a TV. The cost to enter this lounge is around $ 27 (₹ 2,000).
  • You can exchange your Malaysian Ringgits for US Dollars at one of the currency exchange offices located in Chennai Airport so you’re all set for your trip. For example, you can use Prime Forex which can be found between the International and Domestic buildings.

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