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Cheapest round-trip
$1,028
Typical prices: $1,133-$1,307
Etihad Airways
Sat 8/29Sat 9/19
RDU - MAA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$507
Typical prices: $596-$774
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/19
RDU - MAA • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Raleigh and Chennai. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg $698 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 20h 43m (one-way)
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in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 8% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 20% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Chennai (RDU-MAA)

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

Sat, Aug 29 - Sat, Sep 19
Etihad Airways Logo
5:50 pm - 2:50 am
RDU
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MAA
23h 30m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
10:15 am - 5:47 pm
MAA
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RDU
65h 02m
2 stops
$1,028Etihad Airways
Fri, Aug 21 - Fri, Sep 4
Etihad Airways Logo
10:58 am - 8:20 pm
RDU
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MAA
23h 52m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
3:40 pm - 4:37 pm
MAA
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RDU
34h 27m
2 stops
$1,039Etihad Airways
Thu, Aug 13 - Mon, Sep 21
Qatar Airways Logo
11:30 am - 2:50 am
RDU
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MAA
29h 50m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
4:20 am - 7:22 pm
MAA
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RDU
24h 32m
2 stops
$1,044Qatar Airways
Wed, Sep 2 - Tue, Sep 22
Qatar Airways Logo
5:40 pm - 2:40 am
RDU
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MAA
23h 30m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
4:20 am - 7:21 pm
MAA
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RDU
24h 31m
2 stops
$1,045Qatar Airways
Thu, Sep 3 - Fri, Sep 18
Qatar Airways Logo
4:14 pm - 2:50 am
RDU
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MAA
25h 06m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
4:05 am - 7:22 pm
MAA
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RDU
24h 47m
2 stops
$1,046Qatar Airways
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Dec 20
Qatar Airways Logo
4:24 pm - 2:30 am
RDU
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MAA
23h 36m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
3:25 am - 6:25 pm
MAA
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RDU
25h 30m
2 stops
$1,048Qatar Airways
Thu, Nov 12 - Tue, Dec 22
Qatar Airways Logo
4:24 pm - 2:30 am
RDU
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MAA
23h 36m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
4:05 am - 12:36 am
MAA
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RDU
31h 01m
2 stops
$1,049Qatar Airways
Tue, Oct 20 - Sun, Nov 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:05 am
RDU
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MAA
32h 35m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:45 pm - 12:18 pm
MAA
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RDU
31h 03m
2 stops
$1,054Multiple Airlines
Sat, Aug 29 - Wed, Nov 11
Etihad Airways Logo
11:00 am - 2:50 am
RDU
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MAA
30h 20m
2 stops
Etihad Airways Logo
9:40 pm - 12:18 pm
MAA
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RDU
25h 08m
2 stops
$1,055Etihad Airways
Tue, Oct 20 - Sun, Oct 25
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 10:35 pm
RDU
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MAA
30h 05m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:10 pm - 11:37 pm
MAA
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RDU
35h 57m
2 stops
$1,068Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Raleigh to Chennai flights

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

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Chennai is February, where tickets cost $1,041 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,675 and $1,561 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Chennai, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 8% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonApril
Cheapest flight$507
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 13% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 14% increase in price.
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Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Chennai

  • Are there any ATMs and banks at the Raleigh Durham International Airport?

    Several ATMs are located inside the Raleigh Durham International Airport for convenient transactions. The ATMs are located in Terminals 1 at the Southwest Ticketing, the meeting place, and the Bag Claim section. You can also access the ATMs at Terminal 2 Ticketing Lobby, C1, C15, D3, and D11.

  • Are there any shops and restaurants at the Raleigh Durham International Airport?

    There are several shops and restaurants at the Raleigh Durham International Airport, including the iStore, Hudson, Benefit, Tech on the go, and InMotion. You can also save on the purchases you make by visiting the Raleigh-Durham Duty-Free shop located at terminal 2.

  • Does the Chennai International Airport offer currency exchange services?

    Yes, travelers can access currency exchange services at Chennai Airport. The currency exchange booths and counters are located at the Arrival/Departure hall. Several companies offer currency exchange services at the airport, including the Prime Forex Chennai located at Shop 2 on the concourse level next to the metro rail ticket.

  • Are there any meeting and conference facilities at the Chennai Airport?

    Yes, In case you have a business meeting to conduct at the Chennai Airport or a reunion, you can use the conference rooms located within the airport. The meeting and conference rooms are adequately equipped, especially if you need to hold videoconferencing or have a large number of attendees.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Raleigh to Chennai?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Raleigh to Chennai was $507 for a one-way ticket and $1,028 for a round-trip.

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

    A passport is required to fly from Raleigh to Chennai.

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

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

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Raleigh to Chennai?

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

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

    Frankfurt am Main is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Raleigh to Chennai.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Raleigh to Chennai, Air France or Qatar Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Raleigh to Chennai are Air France and Qatar Airways. With an average price for the route of $1,667 and an overall rating of 7.5, Air France is the most popular choice. Qatar Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,302 and an overall rating of 7.3.

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

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

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

  • The Raleigh Durham International Airport (RDU) offers two nursing rooms, convenient for mothers traveling with their babies who are breastfeeding. The nursing rooms are at Terminal 1 next to Gate A6 and Terminal 2 next to Gate C8. The Mamava Suites allow the mothers to breastfeed and pump privately. The suites contain a table, an electrical outlet, a bench, and a lockable door.
  • The Raleigh Durham International Airport has several lounges where you can rest comfortably while waiting for your flight. Some lounges include American Airlines Admirals Club, located inside Security at Terminal 2, the United Airlines United Club inside Security at Terminal 2, and USO North Carolina, located outside Security at Terminal 2. The airport also has the Delta Airlines Delta Sky Club at Terminal 2.
  • For travelers who may have disabilities, the Raleigh Durham International Airport offers several services to ensure that your experience within the airport is excellent. The airport offers handicap parking access and permission to use mobility aids such as walkers, diabetes-related equipment, and scooters. You will also be able to access the airport with your service animal as long as there is appropriate documentation.
  • There are prayer rooms within the airport if you need a quiet moment in prayer after arriving at the Chennai Airport (MAA). The prayer rooms are cross-denominational and can serve whichever religious background the traveler has. The multi-confession rooms within the airport are located across the airport’s terminals for travelers of any faith.
  • Travelers who want to rent a car at the Chennai airport can get the service at the airport’s car rental facility. The companies that offer car rental services at the airport include Avis, Car Club, Europcar, Eco Rent, Instant Cabs, MC&A, Myles, and SS Travels, which also offer pick-up services to the passengers who need such services.

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