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Cheapest round-trip
$1,146
Typical prices: $811-$1,222
Air India
Sun 8/9Wed 10/7
EWR - MAA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$530
Typical prices: $483-$730
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/29
EWR - MAA • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Newark and Chennai. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Kuwait City (KWI)
Cheapest • Avg $746 (round-trip)
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Shortest trip • 19h 36m (one-way)
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When to book
3 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 17% compared to booking last minute.
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September
Cheapest • 28% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Newark to Chennai (EWR-MAA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Newark 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 Newark to Chennai

Sun, Aug 9 - Wed, Oct 7
Air India Logo
11:25 am - 8:25 pm
EWR
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MAA
23h 30m
1 stop
Air India Logo
4:20 pm - 9:00 am
MAA
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EWR
26h 10m
1 stop
$1,146Air India
Tue, Aug 18 - Thu, Sep 3
Ethiopian Air Logo
9:45 pm - 8:15 am
EWR
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MAA
25h 00m
2 stops
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 am - 7:45 pm
MAA
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EWR
43h 15m
2 stops
$1,146Ethiopian Air
Fri, Sep 25 - Tue, Oct 20
Qatar Airways Logo
2:20 pm - 2:50 am
EWR
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MAA
27h 00m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
4:20 am - 9:28 pm
MAA
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EWR
26h 38m
2 stops
$1,148Qatar Airways
Sat, Oct 17 - Mon, Nov 2
Air India Logo
11:30 am - 6:40 pm
EWR
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MAA
21h 40m
1 stop
Air India Logo
4:20 pm - 6:55 am
MAA
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EWR
25h 05m
1 stop
$1,148Air India
Thu, Oct 15 - Fri, Dec 4
Emirates Logo
11:55 pm - 8:05 am
EWR
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MAA
22h 40m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
9:45 pm - 9:10 pm
MAA
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EWR
33h 55m
1 stop
$1,150Emirates
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Nov 2
Emirates Logo
11:55 pm - 8:05 am
EWR
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MAA
22h 40m
1 stop
Emirates Logo
9:45 pm - 9:10 pm
MAA
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EWR
33h 55m
1 stop
$1,150Emirates
Thu, Nov 19 - Sat, Dec 19
Turkish Airlines Logo
12:25 am - 12:10 pm
EWR
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MAA
25h 15m
2 stops
Turkish Airlines Logo
8:30 pm - 10:30 pm
MAA
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EWR
36h 30m
2 stops
$1,150Turkish Airlines
Fri, Aug 21 - Mon, Sep 21
Qatar Airways Logo
2:20 pm - 2:50 am
EWR
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MAA
27h 00m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
4:20 am - 11:59 pm
MAA
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EWR
29h 09m
2 stops
$1,152Qatar Airways
Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Nov 11
British Airways Logo
5:27 pm - 3:30 am
EWR
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MAA
24h 33m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
7:35 am - 7:35 pm
MAA
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EWR
22h 30m
1 stop
$1,171British Airways
Mon, Aug 31 - Mon, Oct 5
British Airways Logo
5:19 pm - 3:30 am
EWR
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MAA
24h 41m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
5:35 am - 4:05 pm
MAA
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EWR
44h 00m
2 stops
$1,171British Airways
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Newark to Chennai flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Newark 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 Newark Airport 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 Newark Airport to Chennai departing in August.

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Chennai from Newark Airport usually cost between $863 and $1,464 in August.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,146 on Air India (Aug 9-Oct 7).

What is the cheapest month to fly from Newark Airport to Chennai?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Newark Airport 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 Newark Airport to Chennai is September, where tickets cost $797 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,729 and $1,490 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Newark Airport 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 Newark Airport 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 Newark Airport to Chennai, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 17% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 23 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Newark to Chennai

 
AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
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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.

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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.

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Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$530
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 6% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 29% increase in price.
Flight from Newark Liberty Airport to Chennai

When to book flights from Newark to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Newark 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 Newark Liberty Airport to Chennai flights

  • Is it possible to fly nonstop from Newark Liberty International Airport to MAA?

    Unfortunately, there are currently no nonstop flights from EWR to Chennai Airport. However, you will be able to get flights with one to three transfers using airlines such as Air India, AirAsia India, Vistara, SpiceJet, IndiGo, United Airlines, Etihad Airways, and EL AL. Common stops that you are likely to encounter on the journey include Delhi, Paris, Abu Dhabi, and Israel.

  • Is there a currency exchange office at Chennai International Airport?

    You will find that there are foreign exchange offices available onsite at the airport, which operate both day and night. The currency exchange counters can be located at the baggage claim area.

  • Are there any services for passengers with disabilities at Chennai International Airport?

    The airport offers wheelchair renting to disabled passengers, who are required to book in advance. There are also Braille signage and auditory signals in lifts for the visually impaired, ambulift services, and accessible washrooms for passengers with reduced mobility.

  • Does Chennai International Airport offer any facilities for families?

    There are a number of childcare rooms in both the domestic and international flight terminals, which provide a safe space for infant feedings and changing diapers. There are also a number of restaurants that can be found onsite that offer deals to large families who choose to grab a quick bite at the airport.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Newark Airport to Chennai?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Newark Airport to Chennai was $530 for a one-way ticket and $1,146 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Newark Liberty Airport and Chennai?

    Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in Newark Liberty Airport and on arrival in Chennai.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Newark Liberty Airport to Chennai?

    On your way to Chennai, you’ll fly out from Newark. You’ll be landing at Chennai.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Newark Liberty Airport to Chennai?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Newark Liberty Airport to Chennai?

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

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Chennai from Newark Liberty Airport?

    Mumbai is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Newark Liberty Airport to Chennai.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Newark to Chennai, Emirates or Qatar Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Newark to Chennai are Emirates and Qatar Airways. With an average price for the route of $1,064 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. Qatar Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,296 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Newark Liberty Airport 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 Newark Liberty Airport to Chennai.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chennai from Newark Liberty Airport 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 Newark Liberty Airport 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 Newark Liberty Airport with another airline. Booking your flights between Newark Liberty Airport and MAA can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Newark Liberty Airport 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 Newark Liberty Airport 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 Newark Airport to Chennai

  • Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) is situated near the boundary of Newark in Essex County and Elizabeth in New Jersey. The airport is located approximately 3 miles south of downtown Newark, roughly 9 miles southwest of New York and around 8.6 miles from New Jersey. A taxi can take you to EWR in roughly 6min from downtown Newark.
  • Chennai International Airport (MAA) is the main airport serving the Chennai metropolitan area in Tamil Nadu, India. The airport is situated in Tirusulam, which is around 13 miles from the city center. A taxi ride will get you to the metropolitan area in around 10min.
  • If you are looking for public transportation from Chennai International Airport to central Chennai, there is an airport station just outside the airport with trains departing every 20 to 40min, and trips taking around 30min. Alternatively, Bus 18A will be able to get you to central Chennai is around 45min.
  • Some of the facilities you could take advantage of while at Chennai International Airport include the duty-free shops, which can be found at the Arrival and Departure terminals of international flights. There is also a smoking lounge facility located at the security hold area of international terminals as well as a prayer room at the same location. The airport also has a number of ATMs for travelers needing cash.
  • If you are traveling to Chennai for business, you will find that Chennai International Airport is a convenient airport for you to land at due to its proximity to the business district. There are also airport hotels onsite that can accommodate visitors who are in the city for a short period of time and need to be near the airport.

Everything you need to know for your flight from Newark to Chennai

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Newark Liberty Airport (EWR)
Chennai (MAA)