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C$ 747 Find Cheap Flights from New York to Chennai

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from New York to Chennai, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 1,968
Emirates
Sat 21/3Mon 6/4
LGA - MAA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 747
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/2
LGA - MAA • 2 stops
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Emirates
Cheapest • from C$ 1,968 (round-trip)
Etihad Airways
Best reviews • 7.3 score
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When to book
2 weeks
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 13% compared to booking last minute.
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September
Cheapest • 28% price drop
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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

Sat, 21 Mar - Mon, 6 Apr
Emirates Logo
3:20 p.m. - 2:15 a.m.
LGA
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MAA
25h 25m
2 stops
Emirates Logo
4:05 a.m. - 9:53 p.m.
MAA
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LGA
27h 18m
2 stops
C$ 1,968Emirates
Mon, 16 Mar - Thu, 23 Apr
British Airways Logo
4:05 p.m. - 5:35 a.m.
LGA
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MAA
28h 00m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
5:35 a.m. - 8:49 p.m.
MAA
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LGA
24h 44m
2 stops
C$ 2,350British Airways
Sun, 15 Mar - Thu, 23 Apr
British Airways Logo
5:58 p.m. - 5:35 a.m.
LGA
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MAA
26h 07m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
5:35 a.m. - 8:49 p.m.
MAA
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LGA
24h 44m
2 stops
C$ 2,397British Airways
Mon, 16 Mar - Tue, 21 Apr
British Airways Logo
4:05 p.m. - 5:35 a.m.
LGA
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MAA
28h 00m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
5:35 a.m. - 8:49 p.m.
MAA
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LGA
24h 44m
2 stops
C$ 2,431British Airways
Sun, 15 Mar - Tue, 21 Apr
British Airways Logo
5:58 p.m. - 5:35 a.m.
LGA
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MAA
26h 07m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
5:35 a.m. - 8:49 p.m.
MAA
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LGA
24h 44m
2 stops
C$ 2,479British Airways
Wed, 18 Mar - Thu, 23 Apr
British Airways Logo
4:05 p.m. - 5:35 a.m.
LGA
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MAA
28h 00m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
5:35 a.m. - 8:49 p.m.
MAA
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LGA
24h 44m
2 stops
C$ 2,513British Airways
Mon, 9 Feb - Thu, 12 Feb
Air Canada Logo
5:35 p.m. - 12:05 a.m.
LGA
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MAA
44h 00m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
1:50 a.m. - 10:33 p.m.
MAA
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LGA
31h 13m
2 stops
C$ 2,569Air Canada
Sun, 5 Apr - Sat, 11 Apr
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:00 p.m. - 12:10 a.m.
LGA
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MAA
22h 40m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:40 p.m. - 9:51 a.m.
MAA
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LGA
45h 41m
2 stops
C$ 2,684Multiple Airlines
Sat, 30 May - Fri, 3 Jul
Qatar Airways Logo
5:36 p.m. - 2:50 a.m.
LGA
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MAA
23h 44m
2 stops
Qatar Airways Logo
3:55 a.m. - 7:56 p.m.
MAA
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LGA
25h 31m
2 stops
C$ 2,806Qatar Airways
Thu, 19 Mar - Sun, 29 Mar
British Airways Logo
5:23 p.m. - 5:35 a.m.
LGA
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MAA
26h 42m
2 stops
British Airways Logo
5:35 a.m. - 9:12 p.m.
MAA
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LGA
25h 07m
2 stops
C$ 6,595British Airways
Booking Insights

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.

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$ 960 (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$ 2,292 and C$ 1,683 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 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 13% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 8 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonSeptember
Best time to beat the crowds (29% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (16% 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 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from New York to Chennai was C$ 747 for a one-way ticket and C$ 1,968 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$ 1,203 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$ 1,253 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 1375 reviews
7.3Comfort
7.8Crew
7.2Food
7.6Boarding
7.2Entertainment
Airline reviews

Kayak and Aran grant issuing business class tickets without lounge access and sometimes 1 or 2 connections in economy class. It’s very disappointing to find out that after buying the ticket. Never buy tickets on kayak and Aran grant again

2.0 MediocreSunitha, Jan 2026
AUH - ATL
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Kayak and Aran grant issuing business class tickets without lounge access and sometimes 1 or 2 connections in economy class. It’s very disappointing to find out that after buying the ticket. Never buy tickets on kayak and Aran grant again

We have paid premium price for a business class Cabinet and we have received the old 777 with the following apart business class that is not to standard. It was very disappointing and it’s a very bad reputation for a premium airline company. This aeroplane should be the commission from being as a business class. We will pass this knowledge to our colleagues because the quality of business class in Etihad is not consistent and it is a lucky dip that sometimes you’re getting a good aeroplane and sometimes you’re getting their 30 years old aeroplane. The crew of the aeroplane have apologise and said that they hate this aeroplane and they have complained about it multiple times as well. Obviously Etihad is putting the economy in front of the Customer Experience. For the future we will not take this risk anymore and will fly with established company like emirates.

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.

excellent, staff and boarding were all seamless and no issues, thank you!

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.

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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