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

On average, it takes 27h 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 21h 05m.

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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

Aug 20

IAD

31h 45m

1 stop

MAA

Aug 31

MAA

27h 35m

1 stop

IAD

$855

Etihad Airways

Aug 10

IAD

26h 10m

1 stop

MAA

Oct 10

MAA

33h 00m

1 stop

IAD

$858

Etihad Airways

Oct 9

IAD

38h 00m

1 stop

MAA

Oct 24

MAA

21h 40m

1 stop

IAD

$860

Etihad Airways

Jan 8

IAD

38h 00m

1 stop

MAA

Jan 30

MAA

39h 40m

1 stop

IAD

$861

Etihad Airways

Nov 18

IAD

25h 30m

1 stop

MAA

Nov 28

MAA

27h 25m

1 stop

IAD

$864

Qatar Airways

Sep 4

IAD

20h 10m

1 stop

MAA

Sep 26

MAA

20h 50m

1 stop

IAD

$867

Etihad Airways

Sep 26

IAD

31h 45m

1 stop

MAA

Apr 20

MAA

33h 00m

1 stop

IAD

$869

Etihad Airways

Nov 13

IAD

18h 45m

1 stop

MAA

Nov 30

MAA

27h 25m

1 stop

IAD

$870

Etihad Airways

Nov 18

IAD

31h 00m

1 stop

MAA

Nov 28

MAA

27h 25m

1 stop

IAD

$872

Etihad Airways

Sep 4

IAD

19h 30m

1 stop

MAA

Sep 10

MAA

33h 00m

1 stop

IAD

$874

Qatar Airways

Aug 28

IAD

20h 20m

1 stop

MAA

Sep 13

MAA

20h 50m

1 stop

IAD

$875

Etihad Airways

Sep 12

DCA

21h 20m

2 stops

MAA

Sep 18

MAA

24h 45m

2 stops

DCA

$876

Flights to Tiruchirappalli

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Multiple Airlines

Sep 8

ORD

31h 35m

3 stops

TRZ

Sep 15

TRZ

32h 05m

2 stops

ORD

$968

Multiple Airlines

Sep 8

ORD

31h 35m

3 stops

TRZ

Sep 15

TRZ

34h 40m

3 stops

ORD

$973

Multiple Airlines

Sep 8

ORD

31h 35m

3 stops

TRZ

Sep 15

TRZ

28h 55m

2 stops

ORD

$975

Multiple Airlines

Sep 8

ORD

31h 35m

3 stops

TRZ

Sep 15

TRZ

28h 55m

2 stops

ORD

$977

Multiple Airlines

Sep 8

ORD

31h 35m

3 stops

TRZ

Sep 15

TRZ

34h 40m

3 stops

ORD

$980

Multiple Airlines

Sep 8

ORD

31h 35m

3 stops

TRZ

Sep 15

TRZ

34h 40m

3 stops

ORD

$982

Multiple Airlines

Aug 31

JFK

25h 45m

2 stops

TRZ

Sep 30

TRZ

32h 15m

2 stops

JFK

$997

Multiple Airlines

Sep 7

ORD

23h 45m

2 stops

TRZ

Sep 14

TRZ

29h 10m

2 stops

ORD

$999

Multiple Airlines

Sep 7

ORD

23h 45m

2 stops

TRZ

Sep 14

TRZ

29h 10m

2 stops

ORD

$1,003

Multiple Airlines

Sep 7

ORD

23h 45m

2 stops

TRZ

Sep 14

TRZ

34h 35m

3 stops

ORD

$1,009

Multiple Airlines

Sep 7

ORD

23h 45m

2 stops

TRZ

Sep 14

TRZ

34h 35m

3 stops

ORD

$1,010

Multiple Airlines

Sep 8

ORD

31h 35m

3 stops

TRZ

Sep 15

TRZ

28h 55m

2 stops

ORD

$1,061

Flights to Coimbatore

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Air India

Aug 31

JFK

23h 40m

2 stops

CJB

Sep 30

CJB

20h 05m

1 stop

JFK

$815

Air India

Sep 2

JFK

24h 25m

1 stop

CJB

Sep 30

CJB

20h 05m

1 stop

JFK

$818

Air India

Aug 31

JFK

23h 40m

2 stops

CJB

Oct 4

CJB

20h 05m

1 stop

JFK

$822

Air India

Sep 3

JFK

24h 25m

1 stop

CJB

Sep 29

CJB

20h 05m

1 stop

JFK

$825

Air India

Sep 9

JFK

35h 40m

1 stop

CJB

Sep 16

CJB

20h 05m

1 stop

JFK

$827

Air India

Sep 3

JFK

24h 25m

1 stop

CJB

Oct 1

CJB

20h 05m

1 stop

JFK

$831

Air India

Oct 8

JFK

24h 25m

1 stop

CJB

Oct 14

CJB

20h 05m

1 stop

JFK

$834

Air India

Sep 17

JFK

35h 40m

1 stop

CJB

Oct 7

CJB

20h 05m

1 stop

JFK

$835

Air India

Aug 30

JFK

23h 40m

2 stops

CJB

Sep 28

CJB

20h 05m

1 stop

JFK

$837

Air India

Aug 30

JFK

23h 40m

2 stops

CJB

Oct 1

CJB

20h 05m

1 stop

JFK

$843

Air India

Aug 31

JFK

23h 40m

2 stops

CJB

Oct 3

CJB

20h 05m

1 stop

JFK

$845

Air India

Sep 4

JFK

24h 25m

1 stop

CJB

Sep 29

CJB

20h 05m

1 stop

JFK

$848

Flights to Madurai

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Air India

Sep 16

JFK

40h 25m

2 stops

IXM

Oct 22

IXM

27h 45m

2 stops

JFK

$860

Air India

Sep 24

JFK

40h 25m

2 stops

IXM

Oct 2

IXM

27h 45m

2 stops

JFK

$892

Air India

Oct 14

JFK

40h 25m

2 stops

IXM

Nov 26

IXM

27h 55m

2 stops

JFK

$895

Air India

Sep 24

JFK

40h 25m

2 stops

IXM

Oct 2

IXM

27h 45m

2 stops

JFK

$905

Multiple Airlines

Sep 7

ORD

37h 45m

3 stops

IXM

Sep 14

IXM

45h 10m

3 stops

ORD

$905

Air India

Oct 14

JFK

40h 25m

2 stops

IXM

Nov 25

IXM

27h 55m

2 stops

JFK

$906

Multiple Airlines

Sep 7

ORD

36h 40m

2 stops

IXM

Sep 14

IXM

45h 10m

3 stops

ORD

$907

Air India

Sep 16

JFK

39h 40m

3 stops

IXM

Oct 22

IXM

27h 45m

2 stops

JFK

$910

Air India

Sep 10

JFK

40h 25m

2 stops

IXM

Sep 17

IXM

27h 45m

2 stops

JFK

$911

Multiple Airlines

Sep 7

ORD

36h 40m

2 stops

IXM

Sep 14

IXM

46h 15m

2 stops

ORD

$912

Air India

Sep 7

JFK

40h 25m

2 stops

IXM

Sep 14

IXM

27h 45m

2 stops

JFK

$914

Air India

Oct 15

JFK

40h 25m

2 stops

IXM

Nov 25

IXM

27h 55m

2 stops

JFK

$915

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3:10 pm - 8:25 am

IAD

MAA

31h 45m

1 stop

3:40 pm - 9:45 am

MAA

IAD

27h 35m

1 stop

$855Etihad Airways

Thu, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 31

3:10 pm - 8:25 am

IAD

MAA

31h 45m

1 stop

4:05 am - 9:45 am

MAA

IAD

39h 10m

1 stop

$858Etihad Airways

Sat, Aug 15 - Wed, Sep 9

9:00 pm - 2:50 am

IAD

MAA

20h 20m

1 stop

4:05 am - 3:40 pm

MAA

IAD

21h 05m

1 stop

$858Multiple Airlines

Sun, Aug 9 - Sun, Sep 13

9:00 pm - 2:50 am

IAD

MAA

20h 20m

1 stop

3:25 am - 3:55 pm

MAA

IAD

23h 00m

1 stop

$867Qatar Airways

Sat, Oct 10 - Fri, Nov 13

8:05 pm - 2:20 am

IAD

MAA

19h 45m

1 stop

3:25 am - 4:55 pm

MAA

IAD

23h 00m

1 stop

$867Qatar Airways

Sat, Jan 9 - Fri, Mar 19

9:00 pm - 2:50 am

IAD

MAA

20h 20m

1 stop

4:05 am - 4:55 pm

MAA

IAD

22h 20m

1 stop

$883Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Nov 1

11:55 am - 4:45 am

JFK

MAA

30h 20m

1 stop

9:25 pm - 9:10 am

MAA

JFK

22h 15m

1 stop

$925Gulf Air

Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 28

11:55 am - 4:45 am

JFK

MAA

30h 20m

1 stop

9:25 pm - 9:10 am

MAA

JFK

22h 15m

1 stop

$925Gulf Air

Sun, Nov 15 - Sat, Nov 28

11:10 am - 6:20 pm

JFK

MAA

21h 40m

1 stop

4:00 pm - 8:20 am

MAA

JFK

25h 50m

1 stop

$945Air India

Mon, Sep 7 - Wed, Sep 9

11:10 am - 6:20 pm

JFK

MAA

21h 40m

1 stop

9:05 pm - 8:20 am

MAA

JFK

20h 45m

1 stop

$945Air India

Mon, Sep 7 - Tue, Sep 8

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Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/20

3:10 pm-8:25 am

1 stop31h 45m

Chennai

Mon 8/31

3:40 pm-9:45 am

1 stop27h 35m

$855

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/15

3:10 pm-8:25 am

1 stop31h 45m

Chennai

Wed 9/9

4:05 am-9:45 am

1 stop39h 10m

$858

Quickest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/9

9:00 pm-2:50 am

1 stop20h 20m

Chennai

Sun 9/13

4:05 am-3:40 pm

1 stop21h 05m

$858

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 10/10

9:00 pm-2:50 am

1 stop20h 20m

Chennai

Fri 11/13

3:25 am-3:55 pm

1 stop23h 00m

$867

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/9

8:05 pm-2:20 am

1 stop19h 45m

Chennai

Fri 3/19

3:25 am-4:55 pm

1 stop23h 00m

$867

Washington, D.C.Chennai

IAD - MAA

IADMAA

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 10/8

9:00 pm-2:50 am

1 stop20h 20m

Chennai

Sun 11/1

4:05 am-4:55 pm

1 stop22h 20m

$883

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 11/11

11:55 am-4:45 am

1 stop30h 20m

Chennai

Sat 11/28

9:25 pm-9:10 am

1 stop22h 15m

$925

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 11/15

11:55 am-4:45 am

1 stop30h 20m

Chennai

Sat 11/28

9:25 pm-9:10 am

1 stop22h 15m

$925

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/7

11:10 am-6:20 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Chennai

Wed 9/9

4:00 pm-8:20 am

1 stop25h 50m

$945

New YorkChennai

JFK - MAA

JFKMAA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 9/7

11:10 am-6:20 pm

1 stop21h 40m

Chennai

Tue 9/8

9:05 pm-8:20 am

1 stop20h 45m

$945

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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 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.

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	$399
Best Round-Trip Price	$858
Fastest flight time	19h 10m
Popular in	December

The best one-way flight price to Tamil Nadu from United States in the last 5 days is $399 (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 $858 (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Chennai).

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The fastest flight to Tamil Nadu from United States takes 19h 10m (Chicago O'Hare Intl to Chennai).

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December has the highest demand for flights to Tamil Nadu, with a 7% 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 $229/per person and the cheapest flight to Tamil Nadu is $33/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 July 2026, there are 32 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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Flights to Tamil Nadu with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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