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Cheapest round-trip
$1,070
Typical prices: $937-$1,172
Etihad Airways
Thu 9/10Sun 11/1
MAA - IAD • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$662
Typical prices: $520-$847
Etihad Airways
Fri 11/20
MAA - IAD • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chennai and Dulles Intl. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Abu Dhabi (AUH)
Cheapest • Avg $1,136 (round-trip)
Dubai (DXB)
Shortest trip • 20h 24m (one-way)
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When to book
9 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 20% compared to booking last minute.
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March
Cheapest • 23% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Chennai to Dulles Intl (MAA-IAD)

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

Thu, Sep 10 - Sun, Nov 1
Etihad Airways Logo
10:15 am - 9:45 am
MAA
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IAD
33h 00m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
2:35 pm - 8:05 am
IAD
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MAA
31h 00m
1 stop
$1,070Etihad Airways
Thu, Sep 10 - Tue, Nov 3
Etihad Airways Logo
10:15 am - 9:45 am
MAA
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IAD
33h 00m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
2:35 pm - 8:05 am
IAD
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MAA
31h 00m
1 stop
$1,072Etihad Airways
Wed, Sep 23 - Fri, Jan 22
Air France Logo
8:15 pm - 7:35 pm
MAA
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IAD
32h 50m
2 stops
Air France Logo
6:40 pm - 7:50 am
IAD
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MAA
26h 40m
2 stops
$1,080Air France
Fri, Sep 25 - Sat, Oct 3
British Airways Logo
5:35 am - 5:25 pm
MAA
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IAD
21h 20m
1 stop
British Airways Logo
7:15 pm - 3:30 am
IAD
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MAA
22h 45m
1 stop
$1,081British Airways
Wed, Sep 23 - Fri, Jan 22
Air France Logo
4:45 pm - 4:05 pm
MAA
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IAD
32h 50m
2 stops
Air France Logo
6:40 pm - 7:50 am
IAD
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MAA
26h 40m
2 stops
$1,081Air France
Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Feb 22
British Airways Logo
5:35 am - 3:45 pm
MAA
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IAD
43h 40m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
9:45 pm - 5:35 am
IAD
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MAA
21h 20m
1 stop
$1,097British Airways
Tue, Sep 15 - Thu, Oct 1
Qatar Airways Logo
4:05 am - 3:40 pm
MAA
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IAD
21h 05m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
9:00 pm - 2:40 am
IAD
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MAA
20h 10m
1 stop
$1,135Qatar Airways
Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 16
Qatar Airways Logo
4:05 am - 8:45 am
MAA
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IAD
38h 10m
1 stop
Qatar Airways Logo
9:00 pm - 2:40 am
IAD
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MAA
20h 10m
1 stop
$1,187Qatar Airways
Sat, Nov 21 - Mon, Jan 11
Lufthansa Logo
9:10 pm - 3:55 pm
MAA
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IAD
29h 15m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
6:00 pm - 12:05 am
IAD
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MAA
19h 35m
1 stop
$1,255Lufthansa
Sat, Nov 21 - Mon, Jan 18
Lufthansa Logo
9:10 pm - 3:55 pm
MAA
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IAD
29h 15m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
6:00 pm - 12:05 am
IAD
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MAA
19h 35m
1 stop
$1,256Lufthansa
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Chennai to Dulles Intl flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chennai to Dulles 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport from Chennai usually cost between $1,370 and $1,817 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,070 on Etihad Airways (Sep 10-Nov 1).

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Washington, D.C. Dulles 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is March, where tickets cost $830 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,529 and $1,167 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chennai to Washington, D.C. Dulles 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, you should book around 9 weeks before departure, which saves you about 20% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

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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.

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Stefanie Waldek

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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$662
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 2% lower on average.
Flight from Chennai to Washington Dulles Airport

When to book flights from Chennai to Dulles Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chennai to Dulles Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking Chennai to Washington Dulles Airport flights

  • What amenities can I use at Dulles International Airport?

    Dulles International Airport (IAD) has a good variety of amenities that you can use when you arrive. You can recharge your phone or yourself at the charging stations and airline lounges, or there’s restaurants, cafes and shops, a chapel and a currency exchange office.

  • What is a good way to get into Washington DC from Dulles International Airport?

    A simple way to get from the airport to the city centre is by taking the bus. You can take bus 38B or G8 to Reston East Metro Station and then change to the silver bus to get into the city centre.

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chennai to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport was $662 for a one-way ticket and $1,070 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chennai and Washington Dulles Airport?

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Chennai to Washington Dulles Airport?

    Chennai and Washington Dulles Airport are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Chennai from Chennai and will be arriving at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chennai to Washington Dulles Airport?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chennai to Washington Dulles Airport?

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

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Washington Dulles Airport from Chennai?

    Abu Dhabi is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Chennai to Washington Dulles Airport.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C., Emirates or Qatar Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C. are Emirates and Qatar Airways. With an average price for the route of $1,201 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 $878 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chennai to Washington Dulles 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 Washington Dulles Airport.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Washington Dulles 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 Washington Dulles 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 Washington Dulles Airport with an airline and back to Chennai with another airline. Booking your flights between Chennai and IAD 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 Washington Dulles 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 Washington Dulles 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

  • There are no direct flights from Chennai to Washington, but a good way to fly this route is by taking a trip with one layover. Some airlines that run to Washington from Chennai are Qatar Airways, Emirates, American Airlines, Air India, Finnair, Lufthansa and Virgin Atlantic. There are a couple of places you may potentially stop during your flight, including Doha Hamad (DOH), London (LHR) and Dubai (DXB). Some routes have multiple layovers; however, it’s generally better to go with a one-layover route for both affordability and time.
  • Chennai International Airport (MAA) has a great selection of services and amenities that you can use before getting on your flights to Washington. You will come across childcare rooms for those travelling with children, restaurants and cafes, as well as disability services, fashion stores, smoking areas, luggage storage and prayer rooms.
  • Chennai International Airport has a good variety of shops and restaurants which you can enjoy while you wait. Some of these great stores are Lavie Bags & Shoes, 3SIXTYS, Karlsburg, Ramraj Cotton, Higginbothams Pvt and Go Duty-Free. This airport also has a variety of restaurants and food stores. Some of these include Subway, The Irish House, Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, Pizza Hut, Copper Chimney, Coffee & More and ID contemporary dine restaurant.

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Information on your arrival and departure airports

Chennai (MAA)
Dulles Intl (IAD)