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

Flights from Louisville to Chennai usually depart from Louisville Intl (SDF) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).

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

Two cabin classes are available on flights from Louisville to Chennai: • Economy Class • First Class

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 52% on the Louisville to Chennai route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $928 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,910, a difference of $982. 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 Louisville 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 Louisville 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 $5,803. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

What is the time difference between Louisville and Chennai?

Chennai is 9 hours ahead of Louisville (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 Louisville to Chennai flight?

Round-trip flights from Louisville to Chennai range from $1,281 to $1,683, with an average of $1,373 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,281 counts as a good deal.

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Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Nov 15

5:04 am - 2:50 amSDF Louisville Intl-MAA Chennai

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4:10 pm - 12:43 pmMAA Chennai-SDF Louisville Intl

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5:19 pm - 2:50 amSDF Louisville Intl-MAA Chennai

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5:19 pm - 2:50 amSDF Louisville Intl-MAA Chennai

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3:15 am - 9:37 pmMAA Chennai-SDF Louisville Intl

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$1,124Qatar Airways

Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Nov 15

2:12 pm - 8:55 amSDF Louisville Intl-MAA Chennai

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Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Nov 7

1:25 pm - 8:55 amSDF Louisville Intl-MAA Chennai

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9:10 pm - 7:30 pmMAA Chennai-SDF Louisville Intl

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Wed, Nov 25 - Fri, Dec 25

2:11 pm - 8:45 amSDF Louisville Intl-MAA Chennai

32h 04m3 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

6:00 pm - 10:39 pmMAA Chennai-SDF Louisville Intl

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Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Louisville to Chennai flights

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

Qatar Airways ($1,087) and Etihad Airways ($1,109) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Louisville to Chennai according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

• Economy Class
• First Class
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Louisville to Chennai?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 52% on the Louisville to Chennai route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $928 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $1,910, a difference of $982. 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 Louisville 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 Louisville 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 $5,803. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.
What is the time difference between Louisville and Chennai?
Chennai is 9 hours ahead of Louisville (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 Louisville to Chennai flight?
Round-trip flights from Louisville to Chennai range from $1,281 to $1,683, with an average of $1,373 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,281 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $928 - about $982 less than Sunday (51% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Louisville to Chennai trip for February. Fares historically average $1,281 round-trip in that month - typically $1,510 less than the most expensive month, which is November (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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