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. Flexible dates can save you up to 38% on flights from Indianapolis to Chennai. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $1,220 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,939, a difference of $719. 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 $1,083 to $4,432. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x 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 $907, which is 46% 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 $1,129 to $1,679, with an average of $1,444 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,129 counts as a good deal.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Indianapolis to Chennai. It’s 16% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 34% higher.

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

Etihad Airways ($1,103) and Qatar Airways ($1,184) 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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Typical prices: $1,129-$1,679

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Indianapolis to Chennai

Thu, Jan 28 - Fri, Feb 26

6:39 am - 2:35 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

33h 26m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:55 am - 6:23 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

42h 58m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,083Multiple Airlines

Fri, Jan 15 - Thu, Feb 11

7:40 am - 7:50 pmIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

25h 40m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

3:55 am - 10:49 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

29h 24m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,083Multiple Airlines

Sun, Apr 4 - Sun, May 9

11:41 am - 2:50 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

29h 39m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

10:15 am - 4:43 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

39h 58m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Charlotte Douglas

$1,083Multiple Airlines

Thu, Feb 11 - Tue, Feb 23

11:04 am - 7:50 pmIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

22h 16m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:50 pm - 9:29 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

34h 09m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,083Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Thu, Dec 10

7:20 am - 7:50 pmIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

26h 00m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

3:55 am - 10:42 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

29h 17m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

$1,103Etihad Airways

Wed, Nov 11 - Fri, Dec 11

9:00 am - 7:50 pmIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

24h 20m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

4:05 pm - 12:19 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

30h 44m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,115Etihad Airways

Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Dec 9

9:00 am - 7:50 pmIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

24h 20m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

3:55 am - 8:59 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

27h 34m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl

$1,115Etihad Airways

Sun, Jan 17 - Sun, Feb 7

7:40 am - 2:15 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

32h 05m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Doha Hamad Intl

3:15 am - 8:50 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

28h 05m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Boston Logan Intl

$1,184Qatar Airways

Mon, Jan 18 - Mon, Feb 8

11:31 am - 2:15 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

28h 14m2 stops Miami Doha Hamad Intl

3:15 am - 8:22 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

27h 37m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,184Qatar Airways

Thu, Feb 11 - Sun, Feb 21

4:49 pm - 2:15 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

22h 56m2 stops Philadelphia Doha Hamad Intl

4:05 am - 8:59 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

27h 24m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Philadelphia

$1,213Qatar Airways

Recent last minute flight deals from Indianapolis to Chennai

Tue, Nov 3 - Wed, Dec 9

9:00 am - 8:05 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

36h 35m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:50 pm - 12:54 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

25h 34m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Charlotte Douglas

$1,135Etihad Airways

Tue, Nov 3 - Thu, Dec 10

9:00 am - 8:05 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

36h 35m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:50 pm - 12:24 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

25h 04m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,135Etihad Airways

Tue, Nov 3 - Wed, Dec 9

11:11 am - 8:05 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

34h 24m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

3:55 am - 8:59 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

27h 34m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl

$1,135Etihad Airways

Tue, Nov 3 - Sun, Dec 6

11:11 am - 8:05 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

34h 24m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

4:05 pm - 12:24 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

30h 49m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,152Etihad Airways

Sun, Nov 1 - Mon, Nov 2

7:59 am - 7:50 pmIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

25h 21m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:50 pm - 8:57 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

33h 37m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl

$1,223Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Dec 7

4:30 pm - 2:20 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

23h 20m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dubai Intl

3:55 am - 8:47 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

27h 22m2 stops Dubai Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,315Emirates

Tue, Nov 3 - Sun, Dec 6

4:30 pm - 2:20 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

23h 20m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dubai Intl

3:55 am - 8:47 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

27h 22m2 stops Dubai Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,315Emirates

Mon, Nov 2 - Thu, Dec 10

12:39 pm - 2:30 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

27h 21m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Doha Hamad Intl

4:05 am - 7:26 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

25h 51m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,338Qatar Airways

Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Dec 6

12:39 pm - 2:30 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

27h 21m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Doha Hamad Intl

3:15 am - 7:52 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

27h 07m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Philadelphia

$1,390Qatar Airways

Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Dec 7

12:39 pm - 2:30 amIND Indianapolis-MAA Chennai

27h 21m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Doha Hamad Intl

4:05 am - 10:15 pmMAA Chennai-IND Indianapolis

28h 40m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,401Qatar Airways

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Indianapolis to Chennai?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Indianapolis to Chennai. It’s 16% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 34% higher.

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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
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.
How much should I expect to pay for a Indianapolis to Chennai flight?
Round-trip flights from Indianapolis to Chennai range from $1,129 to $1,679, with an average of $1,444 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,129 counts as a good deal.
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 $1,083 to $4,432. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x 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 $907, which is 46% above the typical average for this route.
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).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Indianapolis to Chennai?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 38% on flights from Indianapolis to Chennai. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $1,220 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,939, a difference of $719.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
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.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average $1,220, about $719 less than Sunday fares (37% 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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