$348 Cheap Flights from New York (JFK) to Chennai (MAA)

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Cheap Flights from New York to Chennai (JFK-MAA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $348 for one-way flights and $696 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Air India
Etihad Airways
Cathay Pacific
Qatar Airways
Swiss International Air Lines
Air Canada
Lufthansa
American Airlines
Emirates
Kuwait Airways
Flights from New York (JFK) to Chennai (MAA)
Origin airport
John F. Kennedy Intl.
Destination airport
Chennai Intl.
Airlines serving
Air Canada, Air France, Air India, American Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Gulf Air, KLM, Kuwait Airways, LOT-Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Malaysia Airlines, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, Turkish Airlines, Virgin Atlantic
Roundtrip price
$695
Distance
8373 mi

New York to Chennai Flights

The cheapest times to fly from New York to Chennai

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from New York to Chennai are during the month of May. You can find some of the cheapest flights from New York to Chennai with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from New York to Chennai

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from New York to Chennai: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from New York to Chennai

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from New York to Chennai in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $348 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap New York to Chennai flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your New York to Chennai airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from John F. Kennedy Intl. Airport (JFK) to Chennai Airport last minute?
Being the spontaneous type is a great way to travel the world, but it’s not always the smartest method to find a cheap flight. Consider booking your JFK Airport to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) journey ahead of time rather than leaving it to the last minute. Based on flight pricing and demand studies in 2022, we have found that the best time to book domestic flights is between 28 – 35 days ahead of the departure date, and international flights three to four months in advance. Leave all that spontaneity for when you get to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA)!
What airports do you fly into for Chennai from New York?
There are two — Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) and Tirupati Airport (TIR). Both are excellent options for those journeying from New York to Chennai. If you opt for Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA), you’ll come in to land roughly 3 mi south of Chennai. Once you’ve settled in to your hotel room, it’s time to enjoy the city’s best sights. Olympia Tech Park and Phoenix Market City are two must-sees.
Can I change the date of my flight from JFK Airport to MAA?
It’s easy to make changes to your JFK Airport to MAA trip yourself. Simply go to the Expedia Trips portal and choose “change flight.” Look around for new flights and book the one that works best with your plans. You’ll get an estimate of applicable flight change costs. Alternatively, use our Customer Service portal to chat to our Virtual Agent and quickly get answers to all your questions.

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