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

Flights from Memphis to Chennai usually depart from Memphis (MEM) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).

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

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Memphis to Chennai.

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 57% on the Memphis to Chennai route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,087 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $2,480, a difference of $1,393. 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 Memphis 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 Memphis 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 $1,191 to $3,448. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Memphis to Chennai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,298, which is 113% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Memphis and Chennai?

Chennai is 10 hours ahead of Memphis (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 Memphis to Chennai flight?

Round-trip flights from Memphis to Chennai range from $1,151 to $1,388, with an average of $1,263 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,151 counts as a good deal.

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

Qatar Airways ($1,191) and Etihad Airways ($1,318) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Memphis to Chennai according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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$1,191

Typical prices: $1,151-$1,388

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Wed 10/10Tue 10/16

MEM - MAA • 2 stops

Cheapest one-way

$1,243

Typical prices: $553-$743

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Thu 12/13

MEM - MAA • 3 stops

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April

Cheapest • 24% price drop

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Recent round-trip flight deals from Memphis to Chennai

Sat, Oct 10 - Fri, Oct 16

11:54 am - 2:40 amMEM Memphis-MAA Chennai

28h 16m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Doha Hamad Intl

4:20 am - 11:11 pmMAA Chennai-MEM Memphis

29h 21m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$1,191Qatar Airways

Sat, Nov 21 - Sun, Dec 20

5:00 am - 8:05 amMEM Memphis-MAA Chennai

39h 35m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

4:10 pm - 2:15 pmMAA Chennai-MEM Memphis

33h 35m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Charlotte Douglas

$1,318Etihad Airways

Sat, Oct 10 - Fri, Oct 16

2:36 pm - 12:10 amMEM Memphis-MAA Chennai

23h 04m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main

5:00 pm - 5:39 pmMAA Chennai-MEM Memphis

35h 09m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl

$1,758Lufthansa

Sat, Nov 21 - Sat, Dec 19

2:40 pm - 8:40 amMEM Memphis-MAA Chennai

30h 30m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

1:45 am - 8:39 pmMAA Chennai-MEM Memphis

30h 24m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Houston George Bush Intcntl

$1,846Multiple Airlines

Sat, Dec 12 - Sat, Dec 19

2:20 pm - 2:30 amMEM Memphis-MAA Chennai

24h 40m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

4:05 am - 7:11 pmMAA Chennai-MEM Memphis

26h 36m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$2,231Qatar Airways

Sat, Dec 12 - Sat, Dec 19

2:20 pm - 2:30 amMEM Memphis-MAA Chennai

24h 40m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Doha Hamad Intl

3:15 am - 11:05 pmMAA Chennai-MEM Memphis

31h 20m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

$2,233Qatar Airways

Sat, Dec 12 - Sun, Dec 20

9:45 am - 3:05 pmMEM Memphis-MAA Chennai

41h 50m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

6:00 pm - 11:44 pmMAA Chennai-MEM Memphis

41h 14m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss Chicago O'Hare Intl

$2,522Multiple Airlines

Sat, Dec 12 - Sun, Dec 20

6:25 pm - 8:40 amMEM Memphis-MAA Chennai

50h 45m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

11:00 am - 11:59 pmMAA Chennai-MEM Memphis

48h 29m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Newark

$2,602Multiple Airlines

Sat, Dec 12 - Sat, Dec 19

9:45 am - 3:05 pmMEM Memphis-MAA Chennai

41h 50m3 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Frankfurt am Main Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

1:45 am - 5:45 pmMAA Chennai-MEM Memphis

27h 30m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Chicago O'Hare Intl

$2,624Multiple Airlines

Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Jan 3

6:49 am - 7:50 pmMEM Memphis-MAA Chennai

25h 31m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

3:55 am - 2:15 pmMAA Chennai-MEM Memphis

45h 50m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Charlotte Douglas

$2,735Etihad Airways

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Price, demand and travel trends for Memphis to Chennai flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Memphis to Chennai?

Round-trip flights from Memphis to Chennai start at $1,191. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $1,151 to $1,388. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,191 on Qatar Airways.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Memphis to Chennai, it is 14% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 96% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Low season	March
High season	August
Cheapest flight	$1,243

Best time to beat the crowds with an average 5% drop in price.

Most popular time to fly and prices are also 13% lower on average.

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When to book flights from Memphis to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Memphis 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 Memphis to Chennai?
Flights from Memphis to Chennai usually depart from Memphis (MEM) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Memphis to Chennai?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Memphis to Chennai.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Memphis to Chennai?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 57% on the Memphis to Chennai route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $1,087 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $2,480, a difference of $1,393. 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 Memphis 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 Memphis 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 $1,191 to $3,448. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Memphis to Chennai looking right now?
One-way fares from Memphis to Chennai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,298, which is 113% above the typical average for this route.
What is the time difference between Memphis and Chennai?
Chennai is 10 hours ahead of Memphis (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 Memphis to Chennai flight?
Round-trip flights from Memphis to Chennai range from $1,151 to $1,388, with an average of $1,263 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,151 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $1,087 - about $1,393 less than Sunday (56% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Memphis to Chennai trip for April. Fares historically average $954 round-trip in that month - typically $694 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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