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$539 Find Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Chennai

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Cheapest round-trip
$861
Typical prices: $1,506-$1,182
Etihad Airways
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PHL - MAA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$539
Typical prices: $823-$1,106
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Fri 6/26
PHL - MAA • 2 stops
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Cheapest • Avg $1,519 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 20h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Chennai (PHL-MAA)

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

Tue, Jun 23 - Tue, Jul 14
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8:28 am - 8:25 am
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MAA
38h 27m
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10:15 am - 8:00 pm
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PHL
43h 15m
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$861Etihad Airways
Mon, May 11 - Wed, Jun 10
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8:24 am - 2:50 am
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MAA
32h 56m
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10:15 am - 8:00 pm
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PHL
43h 15m
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$868Etihad Airways
Sat, Jun 13 - Sun, Jul 19
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8:28 am - 8:25 am
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MAA
38h 27m
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9:55 pm - 8:00 pm
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PHL
31h 35m
2 stops
$887Etihad Airways
Thu, Jun 11 - Mon, Aug 10
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8:28 am - 2:25 am
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MAA
32h 27m
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4:05 pm - 8:00 pm
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PHL
37h 25m
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$893Etihad Airways
Mon, Jul 13 - Mon, Jul 20
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8:28 am - 2:25 am
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MAA
32h 27m
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10:15 am - 8:00 pm
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PHL
43h 15m
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$896Etihad Airways
Thu, May 14 - Mon, Aug 17
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8:24 am - 8:25 am
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MAA
38h 31m
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4:05 am - 8:00 pm
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PHL
25h 25m
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$900Etihad Airways
Thu, Jun 11 - Tue, Aug 11
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8:28 am - 2:25 am
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MAA
32h 27m
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43h 15m
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$905Etihad Airways
Sat, Jun 13 - Thu, Aug 13
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8:28 am - 3:05 pm
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MAA
45h 07m
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4:05 am - 8:00 pm
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25h 25m
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$919Etihad Airways
Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14
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10:45 am - 3:05 pm
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MAA
42h 50m
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4:05 am - 6:04 pm
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23h 29m
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$922Etihad Airways
Wed, Jun 10 - Mon, Aug 10
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9:22 am - 2:25 am
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31h 33m
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25h 25m
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$924Etihad Airways
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Philadelphia to Chennai flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Chennai departing in June.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Chennai?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Chennai is September, where tickets cost $834 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,418 and $1,315 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Chennai, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 6% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 7 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonApril
Cheapest flight$539
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 2% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 11% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Philadelphia to Chennai

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

  • Is it necessary for me to obtain a visa went flying from Philadelphia to Chennai?

    Since travelers do need a visa to make this trip, they have the option of applying for a paper visa or visiting the website of the government of India to obtain electronic travel authorization. It is important to obtain one of these items before your flight as you may get denied entry upon arrival if you do not have one of these with you.

  • What are some of the ways I can take transportation to get from the Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Chennai after a flight?

    A very convenient method of transportation is to ride on the Chennai Metro Rail Limited Corridor 1 line, that can take passengers from the airport to the center of town in around 39min. When you take a taxi on this trip, you should expect to be riding for around 20 minutes.

  • Does the Chennai International Airport offer any shower facilities for travelers after a long flight from Philadelphia?

    Passengers will find showers available in the retiring rooms passengers will find in the International Terminal.

  • What are some of the choices for a hotel that has a location close to the Chennai International Airport?

    There are two different hotels that have a location close to the airport, and they include the Hotel Southern Comfort, as well as The Mount Manor, which offers a free shuttle service between the airport in the hotel.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Philadelphia to Chennai?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Philadelphia to Chennai was $539 for a one-way ticket and $861 for a round-trip.

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

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

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

    Philadelphia and Chennai are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Philadelphia from Philadelphia and will be arriving at Chennai.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Philadelphia to Chennai?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Philadelphia to Chennai?

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

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

    Doha is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Philadelphia to Chennai.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Philadelphia to Chennai are Qatar Airways and Etihad Airways. With an average price for the route of $937 and an overall rating of 7.4, Qatar Airways is the most popular choice. Etihad Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,001 and an overall rating of 7.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Chennai.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chennai from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia with another airline. Booking your flights between Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Chennai

  • One of the best ways that a traveler can make their way from the downtown Philadelphia area to the Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) without having to sit behind the wheel of their own car is to travel on the SEPTA Airport Line light rail service, which makes this trip in about 23 minutes.
  • When you want to drive yourself to the Philadelphia International Airport, one of the most cost-effective solutions for parking that sits near the airport property is the Economy Parking lot which has an entrance on Island Avenue. Passengers can pick up free shuttle buses from this lot to all of the terminal buildings.
  • Moms who are nursing a small one and flying out of Philadelphia International Airport should love to know that this airport features four different nursing pods that sit past the security checkpoints in the terminals. These pods feature a fold-down table, comfortable benches, a locking door, and an electrical outlet.
  • Military members taking a flight from Philadelphia International Airport should stop by the Liberty USO, that is open from early in the morning until early this evening every day of the week except Tuesday. The lounge has a location on the secure side of Terminal Three and features great amenities such as free snacks and drinks and plenty of comfortable seating for military members.
  • When you plan on taking a pet or a service animal with you through the Philadelphia International Airport, one important thing to remember is that this airport features an indoor pet relief area in every terminal of the building past the security checkpoints, as well as four different pet relief areas outside of the terminal buildings on Departing Flights Road.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Philadelphia to Chennai

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Philadelphia to Chennai. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.4
Qatar AirwaysOverall score based on 3729 reviews
7.5Boarding
7.3Entertainment
7.9Crew
7.3Comfort
7.3Food
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Extremely uncomfortable seats with very little cushioning, unable to recline enough to sleep comfortably on this 13 hour overnight flight. My body was in pain by the end.

4.0 OkayAnonymous, Feb 2026
MIA - DOH
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Extremely uncomfortable seats with very little cushioning, unable to recline enough to sleep comfortably on this 13 hour overnight flight. My body was in pain by the end.

When we checked in at the Siem Reap Airport in Cambodia, we were only given three boarding passes and told that we would have to check in with American when we arrived in Boston. This was a source of stress for us. After we landed in Boston, we had a long passage from Terminal E to Terminal B (American Airline ticketing counter). Because the electronic ticketing kiosks for check-in would not recognize our Confirmation Code, we had to wait for an hour in a long line where only two AA reps were taking care of Special Services passengers. In many years of both business and recreational travel, I have never had this experience. I would expect more from AA being in partnership with other airlines to do a better job with this.

Our experience on the Doha to Hyderabad segment was extremely stressful due to prolonged delays and a lack of clear communication from the airline. We were traveling as a family, including children, and the uncertainty around timing and next steps caused significant distress. There was very little proactive information provided during the delay, and we were not given clear written explanations about what was happening or how long it might take. This made it difficult to manage the situation, especially while caring for children in a transit environment. In addition, one member of our party was ultimately unable to continue travel, which added to the emotional strain and disruption of the trip. Overall, the experience highlighted gaps in communication, customer care, and handling of unexpected situations. We are sharing this feedback so that future passengers, especially families, are supported with clearer communication and better assistance during irregular operations.

The seat cushions are absolutely lacking, not sure if they know the passengers are traveling for 14 hours straight, but the padding made our back and butt ache like crazy. The entertainment console had its own problems, either the headphone jack wasn't working or the power outlet via usb or ac outlet was not working. Not to mention the seat handles were not adjustable in some planes in the middle or on the aisle. Qatar/Indigo may be operating a very old fleet of planes to make as much profit as possible, but passengers may not be following them for long, should this treatment of its customers continue. Qatar/Indigo, wake up and do it right by your customers, or they may not be your customers anymore.

It would help id flight crew were not rude and showed some courtesy. They were shouting at passengers and yelling instructions as if we were school children at lunch cafeteria!!

Looks like a local flight. Food was horrible. No entertainment system.

All good. Over four hours flight if provided snacks like Qatar Airways would be better

Lobster starter in business class was not good, tough, served cold, and without butter. Movie selection was missing latest releases, did not offer older classic, high quality movies

Food was absolutely pathetic. I wasted so much food which I thought was inedible. I also loathe the inflight entertainment system which has very little content

My entire row did not have power for the full duration of a 14.5 hour flight. Could not charge any devices such as laptop or phones for the entirety of the long flight. The flight attendants tried to remedy the issue by resetting the power, but were not successful. The only other solution provided was to move me to another seat on the plane which was in the middle row. I had paid for a “preferred” seat that was a window seat. This was a downgrade being offered due to the power issue.

Dear Team, I purchased a full travel package that included 2 checked bags through you and JustFly. However, when I arrived at the airport, my ticket showed 0 checked bags. Since I was traveling internationally to India with 2 bags, It was a $200 per bag at the counter, which was extremely disappointing. For an international trip, why would I ever choose a no‑bag option for only $20–$30 less? This seems like an error in the booking process, and I am requesting clarification and a resolution. I have called JustFly and on phone for 1 hr :53 min and they couldn't help till I show some kind of proof etc which isn't possible but besides that love your service and using it for years !

Good one but just notice that you have to ask several time to get water or coffee .

Good service. But on flight to Kochi no entertainment except in app. And no working outlets to charge phone.

It was fantastic. The flight from Chicago to Abu Dahbi was fantastic. The crew, food and service were amazing. Everything was handled by the crew member assigned to us , Nicholas, was usually done before we asked for it. Highly recommend Etihad!

Was so disappointing. Business class with no TV, uncomfortable seats. Had much higher expectations.

I missed my flight ,staff unhelpful, they sat and watched me wait ,gangway door closed, English was a problem no announcement I was on time now I missed my month vacation ,lost 1400 bucks no refund I'm sick to my stomach

It’s a business class ticket but they didn’t give a lounge access

Crew was amazing as usual. Very comfortable for a 13hour flight. Check in at ATL was terrible. Ticket counter charged me $200 for a small bag. Apparently Kayak sold me a zero luggage ticket. No carry on no checked. So the check in desk charged me a bullshit $200 dollar fee for a small gym bag weighing less than 20lbs. In true 3rd party ticket buying. This will turn into a finger pointing process between Kayak and Etihad. Now I'm going to have to ship my bag back in the mail a day ahead of my return flight.

The flight from Abu Dabhi to Bangalore was terrible. The plane was an order model with no onboard entertainment. The beverage selection were very limited.

Wish the flight attendants were more attentive in serving food

Boarding was by group and we had to take the bus. There were no elevators so had to walk down the stairs. It would help to have escalators or elevators. Note I had a special needs child and the gate crew was rushing us in. The bus was full but we were packed with no seats to sit.

The food from Delhi to Frankfurt went bad or something cause I got sick after I ate the meal and felt ill the rest of my travel back to NY

Everything was on time, even though the layover in Frankfurt was 22hrs

Booked Economy but it translated to economy light for Lufthansa so now we are stuck paying an extra $75 per person both ways for our checked bags. If I had known that, I would have never booked these tickets because it came out to be more than other options. The booking in the kayak side clearly says Economy and has a link to the inormation for Lufthansa which states Economy included a checked bag. Super annoyed about that.

Flight was a little late. The crew was courteous, food ok

Very friendly, service oriented and responsive crew. Very pleased with th service!

The entertainment is pretty boring. There are no new movies or TV shows from February. The food is just ok on the Atlanta to Frankfurt leg, but better on the Fra to Bengaluru leg.

Flight LH760 from Germany to New Delhi, the food was excellent, the crew was fantastic, the seats in economy are usually tight these days, so I can say that the seats were Ok, the entertainment was OK because for some reason the sound is not very clear, overall I enjoyed this flight, compared to the flight (UA 962) I took with united from San Francisco to Frankfurt in this trip, that flight was horrible. Thank you Lufthansa.

The crew was exceptionally polite and caring. The plane was comfortable. Great experience. Will fly more on Air India because of this experience.

Very nice. Crew was excellent and our seats had great legroom which we paid extra for so I highly recommend this option when flying internationally.

Worst airline in the world. They downgraded me from business class to economy with no compensation.

Flight delayed, connection was not at gate listed and so missed, staff were rude at Heathrow, phone tree stupid and difficult, took me 21 actual hours to reach my destination. Almost lost my hotel reservation after walking in a strange city alone after midnight because they would not put me up in a hotel at sfo or heathrow. I will never fly BA again and will tell all people and Instagram followers never to fly BA.

Overall ok. Best part has always been the sundae dessert.

Check-in in SAN was long. ORD was good. Flight delayed On board crew was ok. No warmth or personality. LHrR barely made connection

Even if you wait for connecting passengers you should not be an hour late departing waiting their luggage. Your passengers may have connections in the other end and you harm them.

I’ve never been on a trans-Atlantic (or Pacific) flight where the seats don’t recline—not even a little. I asked my seat mate when BA starting doing this and he said “Oh, a few years ago.” I couldn’t sleep, with my head falling forward waking me continuously, and came off the plane incredibly stiff. I booked a Premium Economy seat to get a more comfortable seat, which was worse than most basic Economy seats I’ve ever booked.

Nice aircraft. Good crew. Delayed departure from Houston, but arrived on time in London. Main thing I don’t like about flying BA is having to transit through security in London Heathrow. A major pain!

The gate agent made me check my carry-on in Denver, even though I've traveled all over taking this case on the plane. Beware folks. Food in Premium Economy was quite good - excellent blanket! Flight attendants on the Heathrow-to-Budapest flight on 3-27-2026 were quite snappy. I got a frown when asked to unscrew the water bottle cap for me (I had a cast on my right arm). Also woke up right when they were handing out biscuits. She had given my rowmates one and was in the process of giving water when I asked for a biscuit. She scolded me and said, "You snooze, you lose". She did give me one, but I thought that comment was uncalled for.

Wish the food and overall service was better. They treat Business class passengers same as economy

WiFi wasn’t available to economy until the end of the flight.

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