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Cheapest round-trip
$1,027
Typical prices: $975-$1,432
Etihad Airways
Wed 11/18Fri 12/11
JFK - MAA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$501
Typical prices: $399-$594
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/17
JFK - MAA • 3 stops
Nonstop flights
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There are currently no direct flights between New York and Chennai. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $746 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 19h 39m (one-way)
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in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 18% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 19% price drop
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Cheap Flights from New York to Chennai (NYC-MAA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from New York to Chennai that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from New York to Chennai

Wed, Nov 18 - Fri, Dec 11
Etihad Airways Logo
9:25 am - 2:30 am
JFK
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MAA
30h 35m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
3:55 am - 8:00 am
MAA
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JFK
38h 35m
1 stop
$1,027Etihad Airways
Wed, Aug 5 - Fri, Sep 11
Emirates Logo
10:20 pm - 8:05 am
JFK
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MAA
24h 15m
2 stops
Emirates Logo
4:05 am - 6:55 pm
MAA
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JFK
24h 20m
2 stops
$1,029Emirates
Tue, Aug 4 - Fri, Sep 11
Emirates Logo
10:20 pm - 8:05 am
JFK
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MAA
24h 15m
2 stops
Emirates Logo
4:05 am - 6:55 pm
MAA
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JFK
24h 20m
2 stops
$1,030Emirates
Fri, Dec 11 - Wed, Jan 20
Kuwait Airways Logo
4:55 pm - 2:15 am
JFK
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MAA
22h 50m
1 stop
Kuwait Airways Logo
3:15 am - 2:20 pm
MAA
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JFK
21h 35m
1 stop
$1,031Kuwait Airways
Sun, Aug 2 - Fri, Sep 11
Air India Logo
11:55 am - 10:20 pm
JFK
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MAA
24h 55m
1 stop
Air India Logo
6:00 pm - 8:20 am
MAA
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JFK
23h 50m
1 stop
$1,033Air India
Wed, Sep 2 - Fri, Oct 2
Qatar Airways Logo
5:59 pm - 2:50 am
LGA
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MAA
23h 21m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
4:20 am - 6:56 pm
MAA
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LGA
24h 06m
2 stops
$1,143Qatar Airways
Sun, Oct 11 - Tue, Nov 10
Qatar Airways Logo
5:30 pm - 2:50 am
LGA
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MAA
23h 50m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
4:05 am - 5:42 pm
MAA
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LGA
24h 07m
2 stops
$1,157Qatar Airways
Tue, Aug 25 - Tue, Sep 15
Air India Logo
11:25 am - 6:20 pm
EWR
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MAA
21h 25m
1 stop
Air India Logo
4:00 pm - 7:30 am
MAA
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EWR
25h 00m
1 stop
$1,180Air India
Thu, Sep 3 - Sat, Sep 19
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:30 am - 6:40 pm
EWR
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MAA
21h 40m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:40 pm - 9:00 pm
MAA
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EWR
32h 50m
2 stops
$1,183Multiple Airlines
Sun, Aug 30 - Sun, Oct 4
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:25 am - 11:10 am
EWR
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MAA
25h 15m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 9:00 am
MAA
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EWR
22h 20m
1 stop
$1,184Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for New York to Chennai flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from New York to Chennai to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from New York to Chennai departing in November.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Chennai?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to Chennai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from New York to Chennai is January, where tickets cost $844 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,447 and $1,256 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York to Chennai?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from New York to Chennai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from New York to Chennai, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 18% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 8 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from New York to Chennai

 
AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on EWR

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on MAA

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on JFK

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$501
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 28% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 20% increase in price.
Flight from New York John F Kennedy Airport to Chennai

When to book flights from New York to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York to Chennai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from New York to Chennai

  • Is it possible to fly directly from New York airports to Chennai?

    Unfortunately, there are no airlines that provide nonstop flights from New York airports to Chennai. You will, however, be able to find flights with one to two layovers on the route with airlines including Qatar Airways, IndiGo, Air India, Vistara, SpiceJet, EL AL, Oman Air, and Turkish Airlines. You will find that layovers on this journey are usually in Qatar, Bangladesh, Delhi, Paris, Mumbai, and Shamshabad.

  • Can I exchange currency at Chennai International Airport?

    Yes, there are a few foreign exchange offices situated at the airport that operate daily during both the day and night. These offices are found in the baggage claim area.

  • Does Chennai International Airport offer services for disabled passengers?

    The airport has ramps to cater to passengers with wheelchairs and also offers wheelchairs for rent. Braille symbols and auditory signals can be found in elevators, while accessible restrooms are also found throughout the airport.

  • Does Chennai International Airport cater to families?

    The airport has a number of onsite restaurants for passengers traveling with their families and hoping to catch a meal before they embark to the city. You will also find child care rooms, which are ideal for changing infant diapers as well as feedings.

  • Will I have to pay extra for my luggage on my flight from New York to Chennai International Airport (MAA)?

    Your KAYAK results will show you if there are carry-ons or check-in luggage included in the fare posted for your trip to Chennai. If you want to add more check-in bags or carry-ons, you can use the Fee Assistant option and add pieces to find out how much it will cost, so you can plan your packing.

  • Are there lounges at Newark Liberty International Airport?

    There are several lounges at Newark Liberty in Terminal B, including British Airways, Delta Sky Club, and Lufthansa Senator, which require memberships or certain types of boarding passes to enter. The Virgin Atlantic Lounge, however, allows travelers use of its amenities at around $75 for 3 hours, which you can book online. It is open from 7 am to 11 am and then from 1 pm to 10:30 pm every day.

  • Does LGA accommodate families traveling with infants?

    There are Mamava nursing pods available in Terminal A and Terminal C, and there are nursing suites available across Terminal B and Terminal C. The suites include a private breastfeeding area as well as a play area for kids, seats and charging ports for parents and guardians, and facilities to wash up and warm food and bottles.

  • Will there be onboard entertainment on my flight from New York to Chennai?

    You can find out what entertainment options you’ll have on your flight to MAA from NYC if you expand the information about the planes on your KAYAK search results. For example, if you choose to fly Emirates Air through Dubai, during both legs of your journey you’ll have access to a seatback entertainment console with on-demand content and live TV.

  • Is there long-term parking at John F Kennedy Airport?

    If you prefer to have your car waiting for you when you get back to NYC from MAA, there is long-term parking at JFK. There are lots across from each terminal with parking rates of around $60 to $75 a day. There are economy lots off Lefferts Blvd that cost about $29 a day. If you plan on parking for over 30 days, you need to inform the parking office.

  • Can I choose my flight to Chennai by CO2 emissions?

    Yes. KAYAK allows you to sort your flights by the lowest CO2 emissions. Passengers on flights from New York to Chennai emit about 7,600 lbs of CO2. If you choose a KLM flight stopping in Amsterdam and Bengaluru and save about 47% (3,590 lbs).

  • What is the cheapest flight from New York to Chennai?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to Chennai was $496 for a one-way ticket and $1,027 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between New York and Chennai?

    A passport is required to fly from New York to Chennai.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from New York to Chennai?

    New York has 3 major airports: Newark, New York John F Kennedy Intl, and New York LaGuardia. Chennai is the only airport in Chennai. You’ll usually find the cheapest deals if you fly from New York John F Kennedy Airport.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to Chennai?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from New York to Chennai?

    oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between New York and Chennai, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Chennai from New York?

    Abu Dhabi is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from New York to Chennai.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from New York to Chennai, Emirates or Cathay Pacific?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from New York to Chennai are Emirates and Cathay Pacific. With an average price for the route of $1,215 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. Cathay Pacific is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $773 and an overall rating of 7.6.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from New York to Chennai?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from New York to Chennai.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from New York to Chennai?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chennai from New York is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from New York to Chennai?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Chennai with an airline and back to New York with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from New York to Chennai?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Chennai from New York up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from New York to Chennai

  • If you are departing from New York, you can choose to use flights departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). JFK is located in Jamaica, Queens, which is approximately 17.7 miles away and serves the New York Metropolitan Area, while EWR is situated at Newark and Elizabeth, New Jersey, and is roughly 12.6 miles away.
  • The main airport that serves Chennai is Chennai International Airport (MAA), which mainly serves the Chennai metropolitan area in Tamil, Nadu, India. You will find that the airport is situated in Tirusulam, which is roughly 13 miles away from the business district. A personal vehicle or a taxi will be able to get you to the city center in around 10min.
  • When you arrive at Chennai International Airport, you will find that it is possible to get public transport to the city center. The airport station is situated outside the airport, which has trains that depart every 20 to 40min, with journeys taking around 30min. You could take the 18A Bus as well, which takes approximately 45min to get to central Chennai.
  • While at Chennai International Airport, you could take advantage of some of the amenities that the airport has to offer, which include a smoking lounge that is found at the security holding area of both the international and domestic terminals. There is a prayer room on site, which is situated at the security holding area as well. The airport also has a number of duty-free shops situated in the arrivals terminal of international flights and a few ATMs for a number of banks.
  • In case you are going to Chennai for business purposes, MAA is the right airport for you as it is easily accessible from the city center and has multiple forms of public transport options available for you to move around the city.
  • Flights from New York to Chennai can take a long time, especially if you have an extended layover. When you look at the flight times on your KAYAK search results, see if there is a +1 or more above the arrival time. That’s how many days your trip will take.
  • Want the flexibility to change your flight from NYC to MAA? Use the Flexible Options filter and select “no fee changes”. Your results will only include fares that allow you to reschedule your trip at no charge.
  • If you are traveling to Chennai from New York and are a US citizen, you will need to apply for and obtain a visa before you travel. There are e-visas for tourists and business travelers that you can apply for online.

Everything you need to know for your flight from New York to Chennai

Other airlines flying from New York to Chennai

Flights from the other most popular airlines that fly from New York to Chennai according to KAYAK users. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability are not guaranteed.