Cheap flights from Chennai to New York
Updated 2026-06-19
The Chennai → New York corridor covers 13476 km, about 17h 15m of nonstop flying time. It's a long-haul route — book 8-14 weeks ahead for the best prices. Longer corridors are often served with one connection, so check live results for nonstop availability. Fares vary by season and day of departure.
Airlines to compare on Chennai → New York
Major airlines serving this route. Compare fares and schedules before you book.
| Airline | Code | Duration | Class |
|---|---|---|---|
| British Airways | BA | ≈ 17h 15m | Economy |
| Lufthansa | LH | ≈ 17h 15m | Economy |
| Air India | AI | ≈ 17h 15m | Economy |
| IndiGo | 6E | ≈ 17h 15m | Economy |
| Emirates | EK | ≈ 17h 15m | Economy |
| Qatar Airways | QR | ≈ 17h 15m | Economy |
| Etihad Airways | EY | ≈ 17h 15m | Economy |
| Singapore Airlines | SQ | ≈ 17h 15m | Economy |
| Cathay Pacific | CX | ≈ 17h 15m | Economy |
| Thai Airways International | TG | ≈ 17h 15m | Economy |
Chennai → New York FAQs
A nonstop MAA–JFK flight covers the 13476 km great-circle in about 17h 15m of cruising, plus 30-60 minutes of taxi, climb and descent. Many longer corridors are flown with one connection — check live results for nonstop availability and total journey time.
Indian passport holders should check the visa requirements for United States on the destination's official immigration portal before booking — an eVisa or visa-on-arrival applies for many countries. Carry a passport valid for at least six months.
Compare prices across 500+ airlines and agencies in one search, keep your dates flexible and favour a midweek departure. Prices on this route rise sharply inside two weeks of departure.