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Cheapest round-trip
$711
Overall average: $856
Air India
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ORD - MAA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$317
Typical prices: $382-$603
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Thu 2/26
JFK - MAA • 1 stop
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Cheap Flights to Chennai

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

Fri, Feb 27 - Sat, Mar 7
Air India Logo
1:30 pm - 3:05 pm
ORD
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MAA
38h 05m
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9:50 am - 11:30 am
MAA
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ORD
37h 10m
2 stops
$711Air India
Thu, Mar 5 - Thu, Mar 19
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1:10 pm - 2:30 am
ORD
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MAA
25h 50m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
10:00 am - 8:35 am
MAA
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ORD
33h 05m
1 stop
$716Etihad Airways
Sun, Feb 1 - Tue, Feb 10
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1:30 pm - 10:40 pm
ORD
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MAA
21h 40m
1 stop
Air India Logo
4:20 pm - 11:30 am
MAA
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ORD
30h 40m
2 stops
$726Air India
Sun, Feb 1 - Thu, Feb 12
Air India Logo
1:30 pm - 10:40 pm
ORD
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MAA
21h 40m
1 stop
Air India Logo
2:30 pm - 11:30 am
MAA
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ORD
32h 30m
2 stops
$728Air India
Wed, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 16
Etihad Airways Logo
1:10 pm - 2:30 am
ORD
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MAA
25h 50m
1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
10:00 am - 7:35 am
MAA
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ORD
33h 05m
1 stop
$736Etihad Airways
Mon, Feb 16 - Mon, Mar 2
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1:45 am - 12:35 am
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MAA
36h 20m
1 stop
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2:00 am - 12:00 pm
MAA
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JFK
44h 30m
1 stop
$762Cathay Pacific
Sun, Apr 12 - Sat, May 2
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11:00 am - 10:00 pm
SFO
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MAA
22h 30m
1 stop
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11:15 pm - 9:10 am
MAA
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SFO
22h 25m
1 stop
$765Singapore Airlines
Sun, Mar 8 - Wed, Apr 22
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11:05 pm - 10:10 pm
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MAA
34h 35m
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10:30 am - 7:10 pm
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21h 10m
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$858Singapore Airlines
Wed, Feb 18 - Sun, Mar 1
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10:55 am - 12:35 am
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24h 10m
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2:00 am - 4:20 pm
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LAX
27h 50m
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$869Cathay Pacific
Mon, Feb 23 - Mon, Mar 23
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5:46 pm - 2:35 am
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22h 19m
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4:05 am - 9:12 pm
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$1,026Qatar Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Chennai

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

What is the cheapest flight to Chennai?

These are the best round-trip prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.

The flight route Seattle to Chennai was the most popular route on KAYAK over the last 3 days. A return flight could be found for $908. Also in the last 3 days, New York was the most budget-friendly place to find a flight to Chennai with one-way tickets at $317 and $711 round-trip.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights 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 to Chennai is September, where tickets cost $757 on average for one-way flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of tickets from the United States is $1,669 and $1,587 respectively. For return trips, the best month to travel is September with an average price of $707.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights 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, you should book around 0 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 54 days before departure.

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When to book flights to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel 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 - booking Chennai flights

  • Does Chennai International Airport have a car rental center?

    If you're planning on renting a car during your time in India, be sure to make your reservation at Chennai International Airport's car rental center. This center features a variety of both local and international car rental companies and is conveniently located just a short 5-minute walk from the main airport building.

  • Are there ATMs at Chennai International Airport (MAA)?

    Visit MAA airport ATMs for convenient cash access upon your arrival. Multiple banks have ATMs located in both the International and Domestic Terminals. Indian Overseas Bank operates an ATM in the Domestic Terminal, while Indian Bank's ATM is situated in the Airport Terminal Link. Additionally, you can find two currency exchange counters in the Domestic Terminal and approximately five counters in the International Terminal. Passengers seeking additional banking services can avail themselves of the State Bank of India, which operates a full-service branch in the Departures Area.

  • What good hotels are near Chennai International Airport (MAA)?

    The OYO 4418 Royal Mass Club is a budget-friendly choice that is only a 37-minute drive from the airport and a 54-minute drive to the city center. The Quality Inn Airport Chennai is a 4-star hotel that is a 5-minute drive to the airport and a 38-minute drive to downtown Chennai.

  • What shopping options does Chennai International Airport (MAA) have?

    If you plan to do some shopping during your trip to Chennai, be sure to explore the Duty Free stores located in the terminals. These stores offer a variety of items and souvenirs, including cosmetics, fine liquors, and local products from the region.

  • Which airlines offer the US to Chennai flights?

    If you're planning to travel to Chennai from the US, you will be happy to know that multiple airlines offer flights on this route. Air India, Emirates, and Singapore Airlines operate flights with one layover along the way. Qatar Airways, British Airways, Kuwait Airways, Royal Jordanian, Lufthansa, Turkish Airlines, and ANA offer flights with at least one stop along the way.

  • What are the stopover options for the US to Chennai flights?

    The stopover options for flights from the US to Chennai vary depending on your departure city. If you're flying with Singapore Airlines from Los Angeles, expect layovers in San Francisco and Singapore. If you're flying with Kuwait Airways, Emirates, Air India, Qatar Airways, British Airways, or Singapore Airlines from New York, expect stops in New Delhi, Dubai, Amsterdam, Amman, London, Mumbai, Kuwait City, and Singapore. Flights from Atlanta to Chennai commonly have layovers in New York and Delhi.

  • Which airlines offer eco-friendly flights from the US to Chennai?

    On average, each passenger on US to Chennai flights emits about 6,930 kg of CO2. Air India, Emirates, Royal Jordanian, British Airways, Vistara, and Singapore Airlines offer some of the most environmentally friendly flights to Chennai from the US. They operate nonstop, single-stop, and two-stop flights on this route that emit about 20% to 22% less carbon than their counterparts.

  • How long does it take to get from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Marina Beach?

    The easiest and quickest way to travel from Chennai International Airport to Marina Beach is by taking a taxi. Under normal traffic conditions, this car ride typically takes less than 1 hour and passes by some of the city’s main monuments, including the Sri Anantha Padmanabha Swamy Temple and the Krishna Temple.

  • What is the cheapest flight to Chennai?

    The flight route Seattle to Chennai was the most popular route on KAYAK over the last 3 days. A return flight could be found for $908. Also in the last 3 days, New York was the most budget-friendly place to find a flight to Chennai with one-way tickets at $317 and $711 round-trip.

  • How far is Chennai Airport from central Chennai?

    Chennai Airport is 10 miles from the center of Chennai.

  • What is the name of Chennai’s airport?

    All flights to Chennai land at Chennai Airport. The airport code is MAA,and it can also be referred to as Chennai or Chennai Intl.

  • How much is a flight to Chennai?

    On average, a flight to Chennai costs $1,565. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks cost $1,384 and departed from Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to Chennai?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Chennai is Sunday where tickets can be as cheap as $249. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Saturday, where prices are $524 on average.

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

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

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

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights 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 with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight 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 up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Chennai

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $1,384 or less round-trip.
  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Chennai flight deals.
  • Travelers planning to tour the airport can do so luggage-free. MAA offers luggage storage services. You can find the storage lockers beside the International Arrivals. Payments depend on your luggage size and the number of hours your luggage stays at the lockers.
  • Passengers looking to protect their bags from damage will be pleased to know that MAA offers luggage wrapping services. These services are available in the check-in areas of the International Departures.
  • If you’re looking to melt away stress upon arrival at MAA, look no further than Sonya Spa. Sonya Spa is located after security in the check-in area of the Domestic Terminal, Airside. Spa services available include massages, manicures, pedicures, and facials.
  • For those visiting Chennai with children, make sure to take note of the various kid-friendly facilities available at Chennai International Airport (MAA). Several child-care rooms are located throughout the terminals, providing parents with a private changing and feeding area.
  • To have a particularly relaxing travel experience at Chennai International Airport (MAA), consider purchasing an access pass to one of the airport’s three private lounges located in the Departures zone. Equipped with unlimited snacks and drinks, comfortable chairs, and entertainment, these lounges are a great way to relax after your flight to Chennai or pass the time while waiting for your next one.
  • Chennai International Airport (MAA) has two terminals: Domestic Terminal Kamaraj and the International Terminal Anna. An elevated travelator links the two terminals. The airport offers free shuttles to transport passengers from one terminal to the other.
  • Do you wish to send some last-minute cards to your family and friends? You're welcome to use MAA’s post office. It is located beside the Domestic Arrivals Area. The post office operates from 10 am to 6 pm from Mondays to Saturdays and remains closed on Sundays.
  • If you’re booking a flight to Chennai, you will most likely be flying into Chennai International Airport (MAA), one of the largest airports in Southern India. Due to the fact that it is less than 20 miles from Chennai’s city center and hosts a large variety of both domestic and international flights, it has become quite a popular airport among visitors.
  • Planning to visit Chennai for business purposes? Consider hosting your meeting or event in the conference rooms located within Chennai International Airport (MAA). These conference rooms are equipped with modern technology and provide guests with complimentary WiFi, making them a convenient place to hold a training session or company meeting.
  • If you prefer using public transportation between Chennai International Airport (MAA) and the city center, consider taking the 1B or 18A bus lines, which have stops throughout the city and take approximately an hour to travel between these two destinations.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Chennai

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to Chennai. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from the United States to Chennai. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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I liked the newer aircraft CRJ-550 since it had WIFI and the seats are more spacious.

8.0 ExcellentUsha, Jan 2026
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I liked the newer aircraft CRJ-550 since it had WIFI and the seats are more spacious.

Fly Dubai takes low cost and thrift to new depths in terms of service levels, terminal 2 is grossly inadequate for capacity and resembles a crowded buss or railway station,, the fly dubai( Emirates) flight is never on time(was 2.5 hrs delayed), and this is not an isolated experience, the flght air conditioning was turned low while we waited on the tarmac for take clearance to save fuel, should say more!!!! The depths! I only fly this airline from a compulsion, emirates code shares for connections to Muscat

They changed the flight time without telling us and were unwilling to help with rebooking because we booked through orbits/kayak

I liked everything: the service, the food, the cleanness. I flew last year with Qatar Airways, so I can compare. Emirates did much better! Especially their meals and service.

Emirates did great! I liked the service, the food, cleanness, and the flight was on time. Much better airline than Qatar Airways I flew with last year.

I lost my lock from my luggage, I don’t know someone took something from my bag.

Ove the A380 planes. Comfortable seats. Served great Indian food and Masala Chai!

Except for the uncleaned tray, and the delay in serving food for our section (which may have been due to the location of our row) everything else was good. The crew were very professional and responded to our requests promptly throughout the flight. We as a family were not disappointed by Emirates.

It was great, a little more leg room would have been better particularly since we were in premium economy

The boarding process was smooth and the stewardesses were nice. Some delays with drinks at the end of the flight, but no issues.

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.

Nothing to complain. The staff and flight was good especially the seats which was better compared than the cloth ones on Qatar airways

Economy travel is really hard with no room to move especially when the person sitting beside you is an XL or XXL size person who if moving could hit your face

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.

We booked a business class ticket via Underpricer. Somehow they screwed up our ticket from Abu Dhabi to Ahmedabad. We will be hesitant to book again with them.

I am a larger than average person and in my opinion i don't think it's fair to allocate a window seat to anyone who is my size or larger, i was seated between 2 large passengers on a full aircraft. The guy in the window seat also occupied a portion of the middle seat (my seat) which made my experience of flying with etihad very cramped and uncomfortable, i was flying from Abu Dhabi to Bangkok. Had this been a airbus 380 it would have been better as the seats are larger but unfortunately it wasn't so i had to endure the 6+hrs unable to get any rest

It was worst flight ever of 26h. Poor service and seating. Flight from Abu Dhabi to Islamabad service and seating was worst ever. No tv extra.

It was OK as the seat which we paid for doesn’t have any window. We paid $120 for 3 seats but it’s for nothing. Crew could not help. None of the ports worked so all our phones went dry

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.

There were only 2 toilets and one of them did not work in business class. We are not allowed to cross classes so had to wait in line to use the toilets!! The entertainment touch display was finicky and did not work all the time.

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

We missed our flight. There was not enough time built into the layover to get through immigration, customs, bagclaim, bag rechecking, and the long trip to another terminal and gate. Kayak really screwed up. We took the bus up to Wisconsin and then were picked up in Brookfield by private car. It was lucky we didnt miss the last bus out.

I tried both on line and by calling the Customer Service line to arrange for a special meal as i have food intolerances. I was under the impression from your service representative that I was successful. I was not. I cannot eat spicy foods and get very ill if i eat bell peppers. I could not eat either menu choice and no special meal was actually ordered. ( your representative tried to order it for a flight that did not have meal service!!! - found this out later). Your wonderful cabin crew managed to put together a fruit, salad, roll and cheese tray for me so I had something to eat. WHY WOULD YOU SERVE SPICY FOOD, WITH NO MILDER OPTION,ON AN INTERNATIONAL FLIGHT???

Crew was professional and great, flight was clean. However food was pathetic. I ordered a Hindu meal assuming no meat but they served chicken. Need to be very specific- Hindu meal should be categorize as Vegetarian - no meat or egg. Or it should be specific that we are serving meat.

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

Late flight Delays Poor service Poor staff Worst airline ever

Ground staff and cabin crew were excellent. Flight was perfectly on time. Zero issues.

Even after a delay, getting off the ground, thanks for keeping me safe, the airline made certain that my connecting flight was rebooked to get me to my final destination. It was actually rebooked twice, and my luggage still managed to meet me. The airline gave me a credit for food and beverage to be used at the airport vendors, regretfully, the credit did not transfer to my final boarding pass. Oh, well…

Flight was cancelled by air India. There was no explanation provided why the flight was cancelled. Found out that the flight was cancelled because the Iran air space was closed. Meanwhile, all other flights passing through that region were operating without issues. When asked to refund money for the tickets, being told that “ As checked, we wish to share that Flight AI 116 on 15 January 2026 from New York to Mumbai was cancelled due to Iran airspace closure, which were beyond the airline’s control. While such events can disrupt travel plans, we appreciate your understanding and patience. Our team remains committed to ensuring the safety and comfort of all passengers and takes all necessary measures to minimize any issues. However, we must inform you that compensation is not applicable under these extraordinary circumstances, in accordance with the relevant regulations.” Completed unacceptable and unprofessional behavior!

Needs lots of improvement starting from crew/staff attitude, cleanliness, better quality food & in flight amenities.

Horrible flight. No entertainment or WiFi for a 14-hour flight. No explanations either. I’ll never fly Air India again.

Several seats in business class were broken. Some would not recline, others had other problems. They need to really update the seats and AV.

Never can get flight and nof light for three days .finally travel by bus. Very bad experience.

The trip with Air India was better than expected starting with the check-in and the Lounge. The flight was comfortable for a 1 hour flight.

Food not of any international or even Indian standard. We have many cuisine available but only paneer & sundry items. Improve & provide some good indian items. Entertainment website or channel out of order.

First and the foremost I was shocked to see airindia standards have come down so low . The food was horrible . They served us 3 meals for vegetarian and all the was paneer . The orange juice was not at all cold it was smelly . After you take this heavy price air India should learn from other air lines . I at one point felt like throwing up . After all this when we landed we were not given landing slip . We had to wait for 45 min at the immigration just because no one was given landing slip . To top it all we were 3 passengers and had checked in 4 check in luggage . Out of which 3 have not yet arrived . Basically status says the loaded it in our flight ( this was a direct fight ) and it never reached . We are still waiting . There is nothing great to tell about our flight . The he only good thing was the crew were very helpful .

Lay out shows 1st row and second row given after taking payment. It's a fraud

The seats were extremely uncomfortable. Air India seats used to be very comfortable . with sufficient legroom. In this aircraft there was no legroom. It is a shame that for your profit margins you are trying to pack people like cattle on these long haul flights. The food was terrible. The bread was hard like a rock. Mr CEO of Air India, why don’t you take a flight in economy from India to USA and experience the hardships first hand. It is utter disgrace

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