How long is the flight from United States to Tamil Nadu?

On average, it takes 21h 45m to fly from United States to Tamil Nadu if you fly out of Los Angeles (the most popular airport in United States) and into Chennai (the most popular airport in Tamil Nadu). If you’re flying out of San Francisco and into Chennai, then the flight time is around 20h 55m.

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Recent flights found to popular cities in Tamil Nadu

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Flights to Chennai

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Etihad Airways

Jul 22

IAD

19h 30m

1 stop

MAA

Sep 4

MAA

33h 00m

1 stop

IAD

$1,031

Etihad Airways

Sep 1

DCA

28h 02m

2 stops

MAA

Sep 12

MAA

26h 25m

2 stops

DCA

$1,031

Multiple Airlines

Sep 7

IAD

26h 25m

2 stops

MAA

Sep 17

MAA

42h 10m

2 stops

IAD

$1,036

Multiple Airlines

Sep 6

IAD

31h 15m

2 stops

MAA

Sep 19

MAA

42h 05m

3 stops

IAD

$1,038

Multiple Airlines

Aug 6

IAD

38h 25m

1 stop

MAA

Sep 20

MAA

47h 10m

2 stops

IAD

$1,039

Multiple Airlines

Sep 6

IAD

31h 15m

2 stops

MAA

Sep 18

MAA

46h 40m

2 stops

IAD

$1,042

Emirates

Nov 11

IAD

23h 10m

1 stop

MAA

Nov 28

MAA

20h 55m

1 stop

IAD

$1,043

Multiple Airlines

Aug 19

IAD

32h 20m

2 stops

MAA

Sep 1

MAA

20h 50m

1 stop

IAD

$1,045

Multiple Airlines

Oct 29

IAD

19h 45m

1 stop

MAA

Nov 3

MAA

40h 50m

2 stops

IAD

$1,046

Etihad Airways

Jul 22

JFK

31h 10m

1 stop

MAA

Aug 6

MAA

21h 25m

1 stop

JFK

$1,047

Air India

Jul 18

JFK

21h 15m

1 stop

MAA

Sep 16

MAA

20h 45m

1 stop

JFK

$1,048

Etihad Airways

Aug 3

JFK

25h 35m

1 stop

MAA

Sep 5

MAA

39h 15m

1 stop

JFK

$1,049

Flights to Tiruchirappalli

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Multiple Airlines

Oct 7

ORD

32h 50m

2 stops

TRZ

Oct 21

TRZ

39h 20m

2 stops

ORD

$1,154

Multiple Airlines

Jul 28

JFK

37h 25m

2 stops

TRZ

Aug 10

TRZ

42h 10m

2 stops

JFK

$1,172

Multiple Airlines

Aug 27

ORD

36h 40m

2 stops

TRZ

Sep 5

TRZ

32h 05m

2 stops

ORD

$1,178

Multiple Airlines

Aug 27

ORD

36h 40m

2 stops

TRZ

Sep 5

TRZ

34h 40m

3 stops

ORD

$1,185

Multiple Airlines

Sep 2

JFK

31h 10m

2 stops

TRZ

Sep 21

TRZ

26h 50m

2 stops

JFK

$1,186

Multiple Airlines

Aug 5

JFK

37h 10m

2 stops

TRZ

Aug 26

TRZ

34h 00m

3 stops

JFK

$1,195

Multiple Airlines

Oct 13

ORD

27h 25m

2 stops

TRZ

Nov 14

TRZ

39h 45m

2 stops

ORD

$1,201

Multiple Airlines

Aug 5

JFK

37h 10m

2 stops

TRZ

Aug 26

TRZ

25h 35m

2 stops

JFK

$1,205

Multiple Airlines

Aug 5

JFK

32h 45m

3 stops

TRZ

Aug 26

TRZ

34h 00m

3 stops

JFK

$1,210

Multiple Airlines

Jul 28

JFK

28h 20m

2 stops

TRZ

Aug 10

TRZ

37h 40m

3 stops

JFK

$1,211

Multiple Airlines

Sep 4

SFO

31h 50m

2 stops

TRZ

Sep 14

TRZ

29h 45m

1 stop

SFO

$1,220

Multiple Airlines

Aug 26

SFO

37h 10m

1 stop

TRZ

Sep 30

TRZ

29h 45m

2 stops

SFO

$1,225

Flights to Coimbatore

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Air India

Sep 9

JFK

35h 40m

1 stop

CJB

Sep 21

CJB

20h 05m

1 stop

JFK

$845

Air India

Sep 8

JFK

35h 40m

1 stop

CJB

Sep 23

CJB

32h 50m

1 stop

JFK

$862

Air India

Oct 3

JFK

35h 40m

1 stop

CJB

Oct 20

CJB

20h 05m

1 stop

JFK

$885

Air India

Sep 25

JFK

35h 40m

1 stop

CJB

Oct 22

CJB

32h 50m

1 stop

JFK

$889

Air India

Sep 13

JFK

35h 40m

1 stop

CJB

Oct 3

CJB

20h 05m

1 stop

JFK

$919

Air India

Sep 25

JFK

35h 40m

1 stop

CJB

Oct 17

CJB

20h 05m

1 stop

JFK

$925

Air India

Sep 3

JFK

35h 40m

1 stop

CJB

Sep 26

CJB

45h 25m

2 stops

JFK

$935

Air India

Oct 29

JFK

35h 35m

1 stop

CJB

Nov 4

CJB

20h 40m

1 stop

JFK

$941

Air India

Sep 25

JFK

34h 55m

2 stops

CJB

Oct 18

CJB

32h 50m

1 stop

JFK

$947

Air India

Sep 8

JFK

35h 40m

1 stop

CJB

Sep 23

CJB

34h 10m

2 stops

JFK

$959

Air India

Aug 26

JFK

23h 40m

2 stops

CJB

Sep 8

CJB

20h 05m

1 stop

JFK

$960

Multiple Airlines

Sep 25

JFK

37h 10m

2 stops

CJB

Oct 16

CJB

40h 35m

2 stops

JFK

$961

Flights to Madurai

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Air India

Sep 24

JFK

40h 25m

2 stops

IXM

Oct 1

IXM

27h 45m

2 stops

JFK

$898

Air India

Sep 24

JFK

40h 25m

2 stops

IXM

Oct 1

IXM

27h 45m

2 stops

JFK

$901

Air India

Sep 28

JFK

40h 25m

2 stops

IXM

Oct 5

IXM

27h 45m

2 stops

JFK

$909

Air India

Sep 24

JFK

40h 25m

2 stops

IXM

Oct 1

IXM

27h 45m

2 stops

JFK

$910

Air India

Sep 28

JFK

40h 25m

2 stops

IXM

Oct 4

IXM

27h 45m

2 stops

JFK

$913

Air India

Aug 24

JFK

39h 40m

3 stops

IXM

Sep 9

IXM

27h 45m

2 stops

JFK

$923

Air India

Sep 27

JFK

40h 25m

2 stops

IXM

Oct 4

IXM

27h 45m

2 stops

JFK

$928

Air India

Aug 27

JFK

39h 40m

3 stops

IXM

Sep 9

IXM

27h 45m

2 stops

JFK

$929

Air India

Sep 28

JFK

40h 25m

2 stops

IXM

Oct 5

IXM

27h 45m

2 stops

JFK

$939

Air India

Sep 28

JFK

39h 40m

3 stops

IXM

Oct 6

IXM

27h 45m

2 stops

JFK

$942

Air India

Sep 28

JFK

40h 25m

2 stops

IXM

Oct 4

IXM

27h 45m

2 stops

JFK

$943

Air India

Sep 27

JFK

40h 25m

2 stops

IXM

Oct 5

IXM

27h 45m

2 stops

JFK

$944

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3:10 pm - 8:10 pm

IAD

MAA

19h 30m

1 stop

10:15 am - 9:45 am

MAA

IAD

33h 00m

1 stop

$1,031Etihad Airways

Wed, Jul 22 - Fri, Sep 4

1:25 pm - 2:50 am

DCA

MAA

27h 55m

2 stops

4:05 am - 9:00 pm

MAA

DCA

26h 25m

2 stops

$1,031Etihad Airways

Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 12

10:30 am - 8:10 pm

IAD

MAA

23h 10m

1 stop

9:45 pm - 8:10 am

MAA

IAD

20h 55m

1 stop

$1,043Emirates

Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 28

11:55 am - 6:40 pm

JFK

MAA

21h 15m

1 stop

9:05 pm - 8:20 am

MAA

JFK

20h 45m

1 stop

$1,048Air India

Sat, Jul 18 - Wed, Sep 16

10:20 pm - 8:15 am

JFK

MAA

24h 25m

2 stops

3:50 am - 6:55 pm

MAA

JFK

25h 35m

2 stops

$1,050Emirates

Thu, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 11

10:00 pm - 2:50 am

JFK

MAA

19h 20m

1 stop

4:20 am - 10:30 pm

MAA

JFK

27h 40m

1 stop

$1,053Qatar Airways

Tue, Jul 21 - Thu, Aug 13

9:00 am - 2:30 am

DCA

MAA

31h 00m

2 stops

4:05 am - 5:19 pm

MAA

DCA

23h 44m

2 stops

$1,097Qatar Airways

Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 15

11:25 am - 6:20 pm

EWR

MAA

21h 25m

1 stop

4:00 pm - 7:30 am

MAA

EWR

25h 00m

1 stop

$1,167Air India

Mon, Aug 31 - Tue, Sep 29

8:33 am - 11:35 pm

LAX

MAA

26h 32m

2 stops

12:50 am - 4:30 pm

MAA

LAX

28h 10m

1 stop

$1,199Cathay Pacific

Fri, Aug 28 - Tue, Sep 15

8:33 am - 11:35 pm

LAX

MAA

26h 32m

2 stops

12:50 am - 4:30 pm

MAA

LAX

28h 10m

1 stop

$1,202Cathay Pacific

Fri, Aug 28 - Tue, Sep 15

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Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 7/22

3:10 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Chennai

Fri 9/4

10:15 am-9:45 am

1 stop33h 00m

$1,031

Washington, D.C.Chennai

DCA - MAA

DCAMAA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/1

1:25 pm-2:50 am

2 stops27h 55m

Chennai

Sat 9/12

4:05 am-9:00 pm

2 stops26h 25m

$1,031

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/11

10:30 am-8:10 pm

1 stop23h 10m

Chennai

Sat 11/28

9:45 pm-8:10 am

1 stop20h 55m

$1,043

Quickest round-trip

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 7/18

11:55 am-6:40 pm

1 stop21h 15m

Chennai

Wed 9/16

9:05 pm-8:20 am

1 stop20h 45m

$1,048

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 10/29

10:20 pm-8:15 am

2 stops24h 25m

Chennai

Wed 11/11

3:50 am-6:55 pm

2 stops25h 35m

$1,050

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 7/21

10:00 pm-2:50 am

1 stop19h 20m

Chennai

Thu 8/13

4:20 am-10:30 pm

1 stop27h 40m

$1,053

Washington, D.C.Chennai

DCA - MAA

DCAMAA

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 11/2

9:00 am-2:30 am

2 stops31h 00m

Chennai

Sun 11/15

4:05 am-5:19 pm

2 stops23h 44m

$1,097

NewarkChennai

EWR - MAA

EWRMAA

Newark

Mon 8/31

11:25 am-6:20 pm

1 stop21h 25m

Chennai

Tue 9/29

4:00 pm-7:30 am

1 stop25h 00m

$1,167

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Fri 8/28

8:33 am-11:35 pm

2 stops26h 32m

Chennai

Tue 9/15

12:50 am-4:30 pm

1 stop28h 10m

$1,199

Los AngelesChennai

LAX - MAA

LAXMAA

Los Angeles

Fri 8/28

8:33 am-11:35 pm

2 stops26h 32m

Chennai

Tue 9/15

12:50 am-4:30 pm

1 stop28h 10m

$1,202

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Tamil Nadu flights insights and trends

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What airlines fly to Tamil Nadu?

Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and Air India are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Tamil Nadu from United States according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Tamil Nadu. Keep in mind that there are 20 different airlines that fly to Tamil Nadu on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Cheapest flights to cities in Tamil Nadu

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Cheap Tamil Nadu flight deals and tips

Summary info about Tamil Nadu flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$441
Best Round-Trip Price	$1,031
Fastest flight time	21h 50m
Popular in	December

The best one-way flight price to Tamil Nadu from United States in the last 5 days is $441 (Chicago O'Hare Intl to Chennai).

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The best round-trip flight price to Tamil Nadu from United States in the last 5 days is $1,031 (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Chennai).

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The fastest flight to Tamil Nadu from United States takes 21h 50m (Dallas/Fort Worth to Chennai).

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December has the highest demand for flights to Tamil Nadu, with a 8% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Tamil Nadu

What is the cheapest flight I can find to Tamil Nadu?

The average flight to Tamil Nadu costs $213/per person and the cheapest flight to Tamil Nadu is $31/per person. This price varies based on a multitude of factors such as departure airport, airline, time of booking and when you plan on traveling.

What is the best airport to fly into to visit Chennai?

Chennai is about 83% more popular to visit than any other city in Tamil Nadu, according to momondo users. When visiting Chennai, it is recommended to fly into Chennai Airport, where you can typically get the cheapest prices and the most convenient travel options into the city.

What is the weather like in Tamil Nadu?

Temperatures in Tamil Nadu can vary between 77 °F and 91.4 °F based on the time of year. Typically, the coldest month in Tamil Nadu will be January, and the warmest month will be May. It is also worth noting that those looking to avoid rain and/or snow should consider traveling to Tamil Nadu in February, February, and February, as that is when precipitation is least likely.

What airlines fly to Tamil Nadu?

Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways and Air India are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Tamil Nadu according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Tamil Nadu. Keep in mind that there are 20 different airlines that fly to Tamil Nadu on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Tamil Nadu?

Prices for flights to Tamil Nadu are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Tamil Nadu?

As of June 2026, there are 31 operators available to choose from for flights to Tamil Nadu.

How old do you have to be to fly to Tamil Nadu?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Tamil Nadu.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Tamil Nadu?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Tamil Nadu can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Tamil Nadu. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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