Which airports can I use when flying from Indianapolis to Chennai?

Flights from Indianapolis to Chennai usually depart from Indianapolis (IND) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Indianapolis to Chennai?

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Indianapolis to Chennai: • Economy Class • Business Class • First Class

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Indianapolis to Chennai?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 35% on the Indianapolis to Chennai route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,262 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,939, a difference of $677. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Do I need a passport to fly from Indianapolis to Chennai?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Indianapolis to Chennai changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $972 to $8,567. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Indianapolis to Chennai looking right now?

One-way fares from Indianapolis to Chennai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,386, which is 76% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Indianapolis and Chennai?

Chennai is 9 hours ahead of Indianapolis (India Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a Indianapolis to Chennai flight?

Round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Chennai range from $1,213 to $1,842, with an average of $1,493 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,213 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Indianapolis to Chennai?

Etihad Airways ($1,002) and Qatar Airways ($1,147) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Indianapolis to Chennai according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Mon, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 19

12:18 pm - 2:50 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

29h 02m2 stops New York LaGuardia Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

4:05 am - 10:59 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

28h 24m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$972Multiple Airlines

Sun, Sep 27 - Mon, Oct 19

1:06 pm - 2:50 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

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4:05 am - 10:59 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

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$972Multiple Airlines

Thu, Jan 21 - Fri, Feb 19

9:00 am - 2:35 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

31h 05m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:50 pm - 9:00 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

33h 40m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$972Multiple Airlines

Sun, Sep 27 - Sun, Oct 18

10:32 am - 2:50 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

30h 48m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:55 pm - 10:59 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

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$997Multiple Airlines

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6:11 am - 8:10 pmIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

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9:55 pm - 10:59 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

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$997Multiple Airlines

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2:31 pm - 2:50 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

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4:05 am - 10:59 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

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Thu, Sep 24 - Sun, Oct 18

1:06 pm - 8:25 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

33h 49m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:55 pm - 10:59 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

34h 34m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$997Multiple Airlines

Thu, Mar 4 - Tue, May 4

7:00 am - 8:05 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

38h 35m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

10:15 am - 2:47 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

38h 02m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$1,002Etihad Airways

Sun, Sep 27 - Mon, Oct 19

1:06 pm - 2:50 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

28h 14m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

4:05 am - 9:17 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

26h 42m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,147Qatar Airways

Mon, Sep 28 - Tue, Oct 20

11:52 am - 2:50 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

29h 28m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

4:05 am - 7:28 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

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$1,151Qatar Airways

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Indianapolis to Chennai?

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Indianapolis to Chennai, it is 16% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 29% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Indianapolis to Chennai?
Flights from Indianapolis to Chennai usually depart from Indianapolis (IND) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Indianapolis to Chennai?
Three cabin classes are available on flights from Indianapolis to Chennai:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Indianapolis to Chennai?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 35% on the Indianapolis to Chennai route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $1,262 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,939, a difference of $677. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
Do I need a passport to fly from Indianapolis to Chennai?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
Have flight prices from Indianapolis to Chennai changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $972 to $8,567. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Indianapolis to Chennai looking right now?
One-way fares from Indianapolis to Chennai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,386, which is 76% above the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between Indianapolis and Chennai?
Chennai is 9 hours ahead of Indianapolis (India Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
How much should I expect to pay for a Indianapolis to Chennai flight?
Round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Chennai range from $1,213 to $1,842, with an average of $1,493 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,213 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average $1,262 - about $677 less than Sunday (35% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Indianapolis to Chennai trip for March. Fares historically average $1,004 round-trip in that month - typically $1,303 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chennai Airport.
- Radisson Blu Hotel And Suites GRT Chennai
- Trident Chennai
- Hotel Mount Manor

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