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Cheap flights from New York, NY to Chennai from C$ 568

NYC — MAA
31 Oct — 7 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from New York to Chennai

Wed 11/1111:55 a.m. -
1 stop30h 20m
Tue 30/36:10 a.m. -
1 stop36h 45m
Deal found 30/9C$ 1,038
Sun 15/1111:55 a.m. -
1 stop30h 20m
Tue 15/125:35 a.m. -
1 stop37h 55m
Deal found 29/9C$ 1,039
Fri 4/123:00 p.m. -
1 stop25h 05m
Wed 17/24:10 p.m. -
1 stop33h 25m
Deal found 28/9C$ 1,049
Sun 4/1010:20 p.m. -
1 stop19h 20m
Fri 16/1010:15 a.m. -
1 stop39h 15m
Deal found 30/9C$ 1,057
Fri 30/1012:55 p.m. -
1 stop22h 15m
Tue 15/125:35 a.m. -
1 stop37h 55m
Deal found 29/9C$ 1,061
Sat 31/103:45 p.m. -
1 stop37h 50m
Thu 15/44:05 a.m. -
1 stop21h 25m
Deal found 30/9C$ 1,078
Tue 29/910:20 p.m. -
1 stop24h 35m
Fri 6/113:55 a.m. -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 26/9C$ 1,085
Fri 30/1012:55 p.m. -
1 stop22h 15m
Tue 10/115:35 a.m. -
1 stop37h 55m
Deal found 27/9C$ 1,088
Wed 14/1010:00 p.m. -
2 stops41h 45m
Sun 15/112:10 a.m. -
2 stops27h 15m
Deal found 28/9C$ 1,093
Fri 2/103:00 p.m. -
1 stop20h 20m
Sat 13/39:25 p.m. -
1 stop21h 45m
Deal found 26/9C$ 1,105
Fri 9/103:45 p.m. -
1 stop19h 35m
Fri 30/103:55 a.m. -
1 stop21h 40m
Deal found 28/9C$ 1,106
Mon 9/1110:05 a.m. -
1 stop27h 15m
Wed 31/39:05 p.m. -
1 stop20h 45m
Deal found 30/9C$ 1,113

Find flight deals from New York to Chennai

Round-trip from

C$ 1,038

One-way from

C$ 568

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 1,139
Gulf Air
  • Gulf Air
  • 11/11-30/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 67h 05m total
  • New York to Chennai
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12/11-31/12
  • 12/11-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 45m total
  • New York to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (C$ 152 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (C$ 112 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest round-trip

New YorkChennai

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - MAA Chennai

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 21/10

4:15 p.m.-8:55 a.m.

2 stops31h 10m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 727
Quickest round-trip

NewarkChennai

EWR Newark - MAA Chennai

EWRMAA

Newark

Mon 12/10

7:30 p.m.-12:10 a.m.

1 stop19h 10m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 730

NewarkChennai

EWR Newark - MAA Chennai

EWRMAA

Newark

Wed 14/10

6:00 p.m.-12:10 a.m.

1 stop20h 40m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 730

NewarkChennai

EWR Newark - MAA Chennai

EWRMAA

Newark

Sat 10/10

6:00 p.m.-12:10 a.m.

1 stop20h 40m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 730

New YorkChennai

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - MAA Chennai

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 14/11

12:20 a.m.-10:35 a.m.

2 stops23h 45m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 848

New YorkChennai

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - MAA Chennai

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 8/10

8:20 p.m.-7:25 a.m.

2 stops25h 35m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 889

New YorkChennai

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - MAA Chennai

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 26/11

10:05 a.m.-8:10 p.m.

1 stop23h 35m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 932

New YorkChennai

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - MAA Chennai

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 11/12

12:50 p.m.-3:50 p.m.

2 stops40h 30m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 960

New YorkChennai

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - MAA Chennai

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 8/10

4:15 p.m.-10:20 a.m.

2 stops32h 35m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 1,015

New YorkChennai

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - MAA Chennai

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 9/10

8:20 p.m.-2:40 p.m.

2 stops32h 50m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

12:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Nonstop0h 00m

C$ 1,042

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Best time to book a flight from New York to Chennai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to Chennai

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to Chennai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Chennai (average of C$ 1,196). Flying from New York to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 2,166). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New York to Chennai?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
New York to Chennai flights typically cost between C$ 1,047 and C$ 1,468 in November.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 1,038 on Gulf Air (11 Nov-30 Mar).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from New York to Chennai?

Manama (BAH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 42% of one-stop itineraries from New York to Chennai on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from New York to Chennai?

Manama (BAH) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of C$ 928.

What’s the fastest layover option from New York to Chennai?

Flights via Abu Dhabi (AUH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 18h 47m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from New York to Chennai?

Flights via New Delhi (DEL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 50m.

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to Chennai?

The price you pay for your flight from New York to Chennai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 90 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Etihad Airways and Air India from New York to Chennai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,540 reviews
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Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Yaacov,Sep 2026

JFK - AUH

Excellent all around. Most comfortable seats in economy I’ve ever experienced. The staff were all very friendly and accommodating in all respects.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,540 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,540 reviews
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Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Yaacov,Sep 2026

JFK - AUH

Excellent all around. Most comfortable seats in economy I’ve ever experienced. The staff were all very friendly and accommodating in all respects.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,919 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,540 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.3

Crew

7.8

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Yaacov,Sep 2026

JFK - AUH

Excellent all around. Most comfortable seats in economy I’ve ever experienced. The staff were all very friendly and accommodating in all respects.

Related info for your journey

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chennai from New York?

    Chennai (MAA), located 16.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from New York to Chennai. 1 airline have flights to Chennai from New York on a regular basis. Booking flights from New York to Chennai should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from New York per day.

  • How long is the flight from New York to Chennai?

    A quick flight from New York to Chennai can take about 23h 35m. Emirates provides one of the quickest options available for as low as C$ 1,602. New York and Chennai are separated by a distance of 13467 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from New York to Chennai round-trip?

    Currently priced at C$ 1,152, Air India will fly you from New York to Chennai and back. In addition to Air India, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Air India is currently priced 21% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Chennai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New York to Chennai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to Chennai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Chennai (average of C$ 1,196). Flying from New York to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 2,166). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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