Which airports can I use when flying from Kansas City to Chennai?

Flights from Kansas City to Chennai usually depart from Kansas City (MCI) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).

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

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Kansas City to Chennai.

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 42% on the Kansas City to Chennai route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $1,230 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $2,100, a difference of $870. 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 Kansas City 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 Kansas City 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 $1,022 to $3,390. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Kansas City to Chennai looking right now?

One-way fares from Kansas City to Chennai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,117, which is 37% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Kansas City and Chennai?

Chennai is 10 hours ahead of Kansas City (India Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Chennai range from $1,240 to $1,752, with an average of $1,394 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,240 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Kansas City to Chennai?

Qatar Airways ($1,139) and Lufthansa ($1,598) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Kansas City to Chennai according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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$1,022

Typical prices: $1,240-$1,752

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Cheapest one-way

$892

Typical prices: $671-$1,191

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MCI - MAA • 2 stops

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April

Cheapest • 17% price drop

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Kansas City to Chennai

Sun, Sep 13 - Thu, Sep 24

5:13 am - 8:10 pmMCI Kansas City-MAA Chennai

28h 27m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

10:15 am - 1:42 pmMAA Chennai-MCI Kansas City

37h 57m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,022Multiple Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Mon, Nov 16

4:00 pm - 2:40 pmMCI Kansas City-MAA Chennai

36h 10m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

3:55 am - 12:24 amMAA Chennai-MCI Kansas City

31h 59m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,022Multiple Airlines

Sun, Oct 18 - Wed, Oct 28

7:16 am - 8:25 amMCI Kansas City-MAA Chennai

38h 39m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:50 pm - 12:28 amMAA Chennai-MCI Kansas City

37h 08m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,022Multiple Airlines

Sun, Sep 13 - Sun, Sep 20

5:13 am - 8:25 amMCI Kansas City-MAA Chennai

40h 42m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

10:15 am - 1:42 pmMAA Chennai-MCI Kansas City

37h 57m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,077Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Nov 12

9:48 am - 2:50 amMCI Kansas City-MAA Chennai

30h 32m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Doha Hamad Intl

3:25 am - 12:24 amMAA Chennai-MCI Kansas City

32h 29m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,139Qatar Airways

Mon, Sep 14 - Fri, Sep 25

12:51 pm - 2:40 amMCI Kansas City-MAA Chennai

27h 19m2 stops Philadelphia Doha Hamad Intl

4:20 am - 8:02 pmMAA Chennai-MCI Kansas City

26h 12m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Philadelphia

$1,153Qatar Airways

Mon, Sep 14 - Wed, Sep 23

12:51 pm - 2:50 amMCI Kansas City-MAA Chennai

27h 29m2 stops Philadelphia Doha Hamad Intl

4:20 am - 10:44 pmMAA Chennai-MCI Kansas City

28h 54m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Philadelphia

$1,153Qatar Airways

Fri, Oct 23 - Sun, Jan 17

1:07 pm - 8:45 amMCI Kansas City-MAA Chennai

33h 08m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

6:15 am - 9:49 pmMAA Chennai-MCI Kansas City

51h 04m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,598Lufthansa

Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19

1:08 pm - 12:10 amMCI Kansas City-MAA Chennai

24h 32m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main

5:00 pm - 4:12 pmMAA Chennai-MCI Kansas City

33h 42m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,711Lufthansa

Fri, Oct 23 - Sun, Jan 17

11:50 am - 12:10 amMCI Kansas City-MAA Chennai

25h 50m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Frankfurt am Main

6:00 pm - 9:49 pmMAA Chennai-MCI Kansas City

39h 19m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,711Lufthansa

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Price, demand and travel trends for Kansas City to Chennai flights

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

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kansas City to Chennai, it is 12% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 50% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Cheapest flight	$892

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When to book flights from Kansas City to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kansas City to Chennai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Kansas City to Chennai?
Flights from Kansas City to Chennai usually depart from Kansas City (MCI) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Kansas City to Chennai?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Kansas City to Chennai.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Kansas City to Chennai?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 42% on the Kansas City to Chennai route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $1,230 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $2,100, a difference of $870. 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 Kansas City 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 Kansas City 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 $1,022 to $3,390. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Kansas City to Chennai looking right now?
One-way fares from Kansas City to Chennai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,117, which is 37% above the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between Kansas City and Chennai?
Chennai is 10 hours ahead of Kansas City (India Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
How much should I expect to pay for a Kansas City to Chennai flight?
Round-trip flights from Kansas City to Chennai range from $1,240 to $1,752, with an average of $1,394 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,240 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average $1,230 - about $870 less than Sunday (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kansas City to Chennai trip for April. Fares historically average $1,163 round-trip in that month - typically $937 less than the most expensive month, which is June (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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