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

Flights from Richmond to Chennai usually depart from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).

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

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

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

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 36% on the Richmond to Chennai route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $933 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,454, a difference of $521. 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 Richmond 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.

What is the time difference between Richmond and Chennai?

Chennai is 9 hours ahead of Richmond (India Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a Richmond to Chennai flight?

Round-trip flights from Richmond to Chennai range from $923 to $1,008, with an average of $956 over the past 12 months. Anything below $923 counts as a good deal.

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

Etihad Airways ($948) and British Airways ($1,234) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Richmond to Chennai according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7

11:35 am - 8:10 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-MAA Chennai

23h 05m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

3:40 pm - 11:04 pmMAA Chennai-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

40h 54m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl

$948Etihad Airways

Wed, Jan 20 - Tue, Feb 2

8:35 am - 3:05 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-MAA Chennai

44h 00m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

9:55 am - 7:35 pmMAA Chennai-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

44h 10m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl

$951Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 31 - Mon, Oct 5

11:06 am - 8:10 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-MAA Chennai

23h 34m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

3:40 pm - 4:54 pmMAA Chennai-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

34h 44m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$972Multiple Airlines

Fri, Feb 12 - Sun, Feb 21

9:08 am - 7:50 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-MAA Chennai

24h 12m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

4:10 pm - 7:18 pmMAA Chennai-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

37h 38m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Charlotte Douglas

$1,002Etihad Airways

Fri, Sep 25 - Tue, Sep 29

5:23 pm - 3:30 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-MAA Chennai

48h 37m2 stops Charlotte Douglas London Heathrow

5:35 am - 11:01 pmMAA Chennai-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

26h 56m2 stops London Heathrow Charlotte Douglas

$1,234British Airways

Fri, Jan 8 - Sun, Jan 17

8:35 am - 3:05 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-MAA Chennai

44h 00m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

4:10 pm - 1:27 pmMAA Chennai-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

55h 47m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl

$1,267Multiple Airlines

Fri, Feb 12 - Sun, Feb 21

8:09 pm - 5:35 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-MAA Chennai

22h 56m2 stops Charlotte Douglas London Heathrow

5:15 pm - 10:30 pmMAA Chennai-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

39h 45m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl London Heathrow Philadelphia

$1,435British Airways

Wed, Jan 20 - Tue, Feb 2

2:30 pm - 12:05 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-MAA Chennai

23h 05m2 stops Newark Frankfurt am Main

6:00 pm - 6:55 pmMAA Chennai-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

35h 25m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Munich Franz Josef Strauss Newark

$1,482Lufthansa

Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7

2:35 pm - 8:55 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-MAA Chennai

32h 50m3 stops Newark Frankfurt am Main Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

9:05 pm - 4:44 pmMAA Chennai-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

29h 09m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Frankfurt am Main Newark

$1,618Lufthansa

Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7

2:35 pm - 12:10 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-MAA Chennai

24h 05m2 stops Newark Frankfurt am Main

5:00 pm - 4:44 pmMAA Chennai-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

33h 14m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Frankfurt am Main Newark

$1,618Lufthansa

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

Round-trip flights from Richmond to Chennai start at $948. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $923 to $1,008. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $948 on Etihad Airways.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Richmond to Chennai?
Flights from Richmond to Chennai usually depart from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).
What cabin classes can I book on flights from Richmond to Chennai?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Richmond to Chennai.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Richmond to Chennai?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 36% on the Richmond to Chennai route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $933 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,454, a difference of $521. 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 Richmond 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.
What is the time difference between Richmond and Chennai?
Chennai is 9 hours ahead of Richmond (India Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
How much should I expect to pay for a Richmond to Chennai flight?
Round-trip flights from Richmond to Chennai range from $923 to $1,008, with an average of $956 over the past 12 months. Anything below $923 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $933 - about $521 less than Friday (36% savings) 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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