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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 1,617
Qatar Airways
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LGA - MAA • 2 stops
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C$ 904
Qatar Airways
Wed 19/8
LGA - MAA • 2 stops
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 934 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 18h 45m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 15% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from New York to Chennai (NYC-MAA)

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

Wed, 30 Dec - Sun, 31 Jan
Qatar Airways Logo
3:45 p.m. - 2:30 a.m.
LGA
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MAA
24h 15m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
4:05 a.m. - 5:46 p.m.
MAA
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LGA
24h 11m
2 stops
C$ 1,617Qatar Airways
Wed, 30 Dec - Wed, 3 Feb
Qatar Airways Logo
3:45 p.m. - 2:30 a.m.
LGA
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MAA
24h 15m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
4:05 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
MAA
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LGA
26h 25m
2 stops
C$ 1,631Qatar Airways
Wed, 6 Jan - Sun, 24 Jan
Qatar Airways Logo
5:45 p.m. - 2:30 a.m.
LGA
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MAA
22h 15m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
3:25 a.m. - 5:46 p.m.
MAA
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LGA
24h 51m
2 stops
C$ 1,652Qatar Airways
Mon, 17 Aug - Wed, 9 Sep
Qatar Airways Logo
5:59 p.m. - 2:50 a.m.
LGA
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MAA
23h 21m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
4:20 a.m. - 9:29 p.m.
MAA
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LGA
26h 39m
2 stops
C$ 1,666Qatar Airways
Mon, 31 Aug - Mon, 5 Oct
British Airways Logo
5:59 p.m. - 3:30 a.m.
LGA
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MAA
24h 01m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
5:35 a.m. - 7:18 a.m.
MAA
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LGA
35h 13m
2 stops
C$ 1,679British Airways
Tue, 18 Aug - Wed, 9 Sep
Qatar Airways Logo
4:00 p.m. - 2:50 a.m.
LGA
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MAA
25h 20m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
4:20 a.m. - 9:29 p.m.
MAA
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LGA
26h 39m
2 stops
C$ 1,680Qatar Airways
Sun, 6 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct
Qatar Airways Logo
5:30 p.m. - 2:40 a.m.
LGA
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MAA
23h 40m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
4:20 a.m. - 7:21 p.m.
MAA
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LGA
24h 31m
2 stops
C$ 1,686Qatar Airways
Sun, 6 Sep - Thu, 1 Oct
British Airways Logo
8:00 p.m. - 3:30 a.m.
LGA
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MAA
46h 00m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
5:35 a.m. - 7:16 a.m.
MAA
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LGA
35h 11m
2 stops
C$ 1,687British Airways
Thu, 27 Aug - Fri, 11 Sep
Qatar Airways Logo
4:00 p.m. - 2:40 a.m.
LGA
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MAA
25h 10m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
4:20 a.m. - 6:56 p.m.
MAA
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LGA
24h 06m
2 stops
C$ 1,698Qatar Airways
Thu, 3 Sep - Mon, 5 Oct
Qatar Airways Logo
4:00 p.m. - 2:40 a.m.
LGA
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MAA
25h 10m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
4:20 a.m. - 7:21 p.m.
MAA
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LGA
24h 31m
2 stops
C$ 1,700Qatar Airways
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KAYAK's insights & trends for New York to Chennai flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from New York 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 New York 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 New York to Chennai departing in December.

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Chennai from New York usually cost between C$ 1,100 and C$ 1,652 in December.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 1,617 on Qatar Airways (30 Dec–31 Jan).

What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Chennai?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from New York 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 New York to Chennai is September, where tickets cost C$ 1,091 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 2,178 and C$ 1,864 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New York 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 New York 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 New York to Chennai, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 15% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 8 weeks before departure.

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Low season

September
Best time to beat the crowds (29% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (20% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from New York to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York 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 flights from New York to Chennai

  • Is it possible to fly directly from New York airports to Chennai?

    Unfortunately, there are no airlines that provide nonstop flights from New York airports to Chennai. You will, however, be able to find flights with one to two layovers on the route with airlines including Qatar Airways, IndiGo, Air India, Vistara, SpiceJet, EL AL, Oman Air, and Turkish Airlines. You will find that layovers on this journey are usually in Qatar, Bangladesh, Delhi, Paris, Mumbai, and Shamshabad.

  • Can I exchange currency at Chennai International Airport?

    Yes, there are a few foreign exchange offices situated at the airport that operate daily during both the day and night. These offices are found in the baggage claim area.

  • Does Chennai International Airport offer services for disabled passengers?

    The airport has ramps to cater to passengers with wheelchairs and also offers wheelchairs for rent. Braille symbols and auditory signals can be found in elevators, while accessible restrooms are also found throughout the airport.

  • Does Chennai International Airport cater to families?

    The airport has a number of onsite restaurants for passengers traveling with their families and hoping to catch a meal before they embark to the city. You will also find child care rooms, which are ideal for changing infant diapers as well as feedings.

  • What is the cheapest flight from New York to Chennai?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to Chennai was C$ 904 for a one-way ticket and C$ 1,617 for a round-trip.

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

    New York has 2 major airports: Newark and New York John F Kennedy Intl. Chennai is the only airport in Chennai. You’ll usually find the cheapest deals if you fly from New York LaGuardia Airport.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from New York to Chennai?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from New York to Chennai?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between New York and Chennai.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from New York to Chennai, Etihad Airways or Air India?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from New York to Chennai are Etihad Airways and Air India. With an average price for the route of C$ 1,248 and an overall rating of 7.3, Etihad Airways is the most popular choice. Air India is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of C$ 1,232 and an overall rating of 5.5.

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

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chennai from New York 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 New York 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 New York with another airline.

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

  • If you are departing from New York, you can choose to use flights departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) or Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). JFK is located in Jamaica, Queens, which is approximately 17.7 miles away and serves the New York Metropolitan Area, while EWR is situated at Newark and Elizabeth, New Jersey, and is roughly 12.6 miles away.
  • The main airport that serves Chennai is Chennai International Airport (MAA), which mainly serves the Chennai metropolitan area in Tamil, Nadu, India. You will find that the airport is situated in Tirusulam, which is roughly 13 miles away from the business district. A personal vehicle or a taxi will be able to get you to the city center in around 10min.
  • When you arrive at Chennai International Airport, you will find that it is possible to get public transport to the city center. The airport station is situated outside the airport, which has trains that depart every 20 to 40min, with journeys taking around 30min. You could take the 18A Bus as well, which takes approximately 45min to get to central Chennai.
  • While at Chennai International Airport, you could take advantage of some of the amenities that the airport has to offer, which include a smoking lounge that is found at the security holding area of both the international and domestic terminals. There is a prayer room on site, which is situated at the security holding area as well. The airport also has a number of duty-free shops situated in the arrivals terminal of international flights and a few ATMs for a number of banks.
  • In case you are going to Chennai for business purposes, MAA is the right airport for you as it is easily accessible from the city center and has multiple forms of public transport options available for you to move around the city.

Reviews of the top airlines flying from New York to Chennai

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from New York 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.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from New York to Chennai? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.3
Etihad AirwaysOverall score based on 1499 reviews
7.3Comfort
7.1Food
7.2Entertainment
7.8Crew
7.5Boarding
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Doubled charged me for luggage and lost $520, dug much into my travel budget.

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Jul 2026
JFK - AUH
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Doubled charged me for luggage and lost $520, dug much into my travel budget.

Very disappointed to not have lounge access The shorter flight seats were uncomfortable

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.

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

Needs better seat for business class. My seat was falling apart. Also no WiFi on that flight

Boarding catastrophic let alone have to claimb the plain rather than using jetway. 5.5 hr delay leaving had to do stop in Lgw for a new crew which further compounded the delay. Connecting flight would not wait and had to pend a night in a hotel. Curiously my seat would not go full flat.

Etihad flight sector is a local . .give the same quality upto destination

Long way to improve. Toilets not working. Bad handling when flight was canceled

Entertainment did not work from flight from Abu Dhabi to Kolkata. Emirates has a much better flight in that sector.

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!

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.

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

Absolutely nothing. Cold and unpleasant airline staff, and to top it all, the entertainment system was broken. Really harrowing experience.

BAD experience. Entertainment system was not working and most of the passengers had this issue. Staff was not helpful. Meal was yuck. Bad old flights.

Food was unfit even for prisoners. larger front seats are terribly uncomfortable, which is ironic. Thorough need to upgrade aircraft on such a long route.

Old fittings. Went business class. Staff not very considerate regards comfort.

Service was good, crew response was prompt. The baked fish and Malay fish as well as the sauces with them were bland.

I did like the food and frequency cycle in which was served. In the other hand there was no internet service. The trip is too long and there was no entertainment.

Asked for water, air hostess never returned. Bathrooms were messy. Tissue paper all on the floor Charging plug, TV not working I got board through out the long flight

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