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Flight deals from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Chennai Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Chennai Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 12,664. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chennai.R 5,010 per passenger.Departing Wed, 15 Apr.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,010, select.
Chennai.R 5,467 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 May.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 6 May, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,467, select.
Chennai.R 6,296 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Aug.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 12 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,296, select.
Chennai.R 6,296 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,296, select.
Chennai.R 6,316 per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Oct.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 4 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,316, select.
Chennai.R 6,615 per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Mar.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 22 Mar, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,615, select.
Chennai.R 6,784 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,784, select.
Chennai.R 7,507 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Jul.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Fri, 24 Jul, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,507, select.
Chennai.R 8,340 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Jan.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 7 Jan, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,340, select.
Chennai.R 8,714 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Jun.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sat, 6 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,714, select.
Chennai.R 9,087 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Dec.One-way flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,087, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Chennai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York John F. Kennedy to Chennai flights are currently cheapest in April.
Mar
from R 6,615
Apr
from R 5,010
May
from R 5,467
Jun
from R 8,714
Jul
from R 7,507
Aug
from R 6,296
Sep
from R 6,296
Oct
from R 6,316
Nov
from R 6,784
Dec
from R 9,087
Jan
from R 8,340
Feb
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New York John F. Kennedy to Chennai: Alternative routes

Compare routes from New York John F. Kennedy to Chennai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Chennai.

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Cheapest month to flyApril

Finding cheap flights from New York John F. Kennedy to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York John F. Kennedy to Chennai is R 10,799. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from New York John F. Kennedy to Chennai. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 10,799.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from New York John F. Kennedy to Chennai.
The cheapest month to fly from New York John F. Kennedy to Chennai is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from New York John F. Kennedy Airport to Chennai Airport on Monday, 1 February 2027.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York John F. Kennedy Airport and Chennai Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chennai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chennai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Cathay Pacific offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chennai.

Flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know

  • Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Chennai nine hours 30 minutes ahead of New York.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your JFK to MAA flight.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Chennai Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between JFK and MAA:

    • Dubai Airport

    • Indira Gandhi International Airport

    • Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • R 5,010 is currently the best price for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 10,799. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.

  • It's usually smart to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from JFK to MAA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Chennai Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from JFK to MAA.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Chennai Airport.

Handy information about John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • JFK is located at JFK Airport.

  • Of all flights leaving John F. Kennedy International Airport, 74.1% arrive on time at their destination.

  • Central New York to John F. Kennedy International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to JFK? If you've booked an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Chennai Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • If you're arriving on a late John F. Kennedy International Airport to Chennai Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near MAA:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire to explore Chennai and beyond.

  • Reserving your ride from Chennai Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.

Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai

  • From Chennai Airport, Chennai is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.

When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Chennai Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Chennai. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Chennai is May, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • January has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from JFK to MAA sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of India

  • Chennai has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of India waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometres west of Chennai, a visit to Bengaluru will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.

  • If you're interested in discovering another major destination in India, head for Coimbatore, roughly 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple are key reasons to visit.

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