Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK): what you need to know
The timezone in New York is UTC-5, which is ten hours 30 minutes behind Chennai.
To ensure you get on your MAA to JFK flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as January, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chennai Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MAA and JFK:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Mumbai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chennai Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport flight is R 8,313. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 13,084. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MAA to JFK. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from Chennai Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MAA to JFK.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Chennai Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
Of all flights departing from Chennai Airport, 76% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Chennai Airport from central Chennai, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Searching for a handy hotel near MAA? If you're boarding an early flight from Chennai Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Chennai Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a New York John F. Kennedy Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt to explore New York and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from New York John F. Kennedy Airport around two weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) to central New York
The street address for JFK is JFK Airport.
From New York John F. Kennedy Airport, New York is approximately 24 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to New York John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK)
The quietest month for a flight from Chennai Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit New York based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Chennai Airport to New York John F. Kennedy Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in New York, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MAA to JFK in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia is just one of the many places in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen New York. Around 129 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.
If you're ready to explore another side of the United States, consider Boston, about 306 kilometres north-east of New York. Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum are among the biggest draws.
