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September 3 - September 16

Cheapest

Best

Earliest

BOS - Chennai

$1,108

$753

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September 3 - September 15

Cheapest

Best

Earliest

BOS - Chennai

$1,107

$753

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September 3 - September 17

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Best

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BOS - Chennai

$1,109

$753

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September 3 - September 18

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Best

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BOS - Chennai

$1,107

$753

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September 3 - September 23

Cheapest

Earliest

BOS - Chennai

$1,102

$753

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October 1 - October 15

Best

BOS - Chennai

$1,179

$755

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September 24 - October 1

Best

BOS - Chennai

$1,196

$782

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September 21 - October 5

Best

BOS - Chennai

$1,157

$783

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September 24 - October 16

Best

BOS - Chennai

$1,159

$783

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September 24 - October 8

Best

BOS - Chennai

$1,167

$783

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Insights for flights from Boston to Chennai

Right now, 8% of recent fares for flights from Boston to Chennai are classified as a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $765–$1468, with a median of $980. Current fares are near the typical level, and new deals show up several times a week, which can be helpful when looking for cheap flights from Boston to Chennai.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Boston to Chennai? The most affordable month to fly is May, with a median fare of $611. Following closely, April offers a median fare of $814, and June presents a median of $977. These months generally provide more budget-friendly options for your journey.

A typical journey from Boston to Chennai takes about 28h 57m including connections. This is a long-haul route, covering a substantial distance of 13192 km. Most itineraries connect at least once, with a median of 2 stopovers when connecting, as there are no direct flights from Boston to Chennai available.

How much is a round trip from Boston to Chennai

Regular price: $978 - $1,827

Prices for flights from Boston to Chennai are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Boston to Chennai is typically between $978 and $1827. The current lowest deal is $754 with Etihad Airways, for travel from Sep 3-Sep 16.

now $754

Low $978

High $1,827

The cheapest time to fly from Boston to Chennai

The cheapest month to fly from Boston to Chennai is May, with a median price of $611. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $1705. Prices are generally lower from April to December.

May

Cheapest

Flights from $611

August

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,705

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Sep

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Direct flights from Boston to Chennai

Etihad Airways

Qatar Airways

Last-minute flights going from Boston to Chennai

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

BOS - Chennai

Boston (BOS) - Chennai (MAA)

Etihad Airways

$1,252

$956

One-way

Sun, Aug 16

⌛ Last-Minute

BOS - Chennai

Boston (BOS) - Chennai (MAA)

Etihad Airways

$1,180

$833

One-way

Thu, Aug 20

⌛ Last-Minute

BOS - Chennai

Boston (BOS) - Chennai (MAA)

Etihad Airways

$1,200

$803

One-way

Sun, Aug 23

⌛ Last-Minute

BOS - Chennai

Boston (BOS) - Chennai (MAA)

$1,205

$817

One-way

Sun, Aug 23

⌛ Last-Minute

BOS - Chennai

Boston (BOS) - Chennai (MAA)

$1,200

$817

One-way

Mon, Aug 24

⌛ Last-Minute

BOS - Chennai

Boston (BOS) - Chennai (MAA)

Etihad Airways

$1,188

$793

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Boston to Chennai

28 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 30

$1,453 → $867

40%

29 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 30

$1,447 → $867

40%

26 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 30

$1,453 → $907

38%

27 nights

Dec 4 - Dec 31

$1,453 → $907

38%

Popular Airports to fly from Boston to Chennai

Boston - Chennai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares from Boston to Chennai are near the typical level at $754.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the best prices

Historically, May is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $611.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 28h 57m with 2+ stops

Flights from Boston to Chennai typically take 28h 57m with two or more stops.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights only

There are no direct flights available for this route; connecting flights are dominant.

🏆 Airline highlight

Etihad Airways offers deals

Etihad Airways recently offered a deal for $754 from Boston to Chennai.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights from Boston to Chennai appear regularly, about 0.3 times per day.

Boston main airports to depart from

Logan International (BOS)

Cheapest

Logan International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Boston to Chennai.

📍 ~5 km from Boston city center (reachable by car or public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$753

Chennai main airports to arrive at

Chennai International (MAA)

Cheapest

Chennai International Airport is the primary gateway for travelers flying to Chennai and the surrounding region.

📍 ~20 km from Chennai city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$754

Airports nearby Chennai used as alternative

Bengaluru International (BLR)

Cheapest

Bengaluru International is a major international hub with extensive global connectivity and frequent flight options.

📍 ~270 km from Chennai (requires approximately 5-6 hours of ground travel)

💸 Flights from ~$691

Tirupati (TIR)

Tirupati is the closest alternative airport to Chennai, convenient for domestic connections despite limited international options.

📍 ~115 km from Chennai

💸 Flights from ~$1187

Tiruchirappalli International (TRZ)

Tiruchirappalli International offers significant international connectivity to Southeast Asia and the Middle East.

📍 ~320 km from Chennai

💸 Flights from ~$1254

Rajiv Gandhi International (HYD)

Rajiv Gandhi International is a massive international hub with diverse airline options for long-haul flights.

📍 ~500 km from Chennai (usually requires a long train journey or separate flight)

💸 Flights from ~$849

Coimbatore International (CJB)

Coimbatore International is a major regional hub with a strong domestic network for South Indian destinations.

📍 ~440 km from Chennai

💸 Flights from ~$970

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Chennai

77% AI deal score

$6,237

From BOS

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Dec 01

Chennai, India

76% AI deal score

$6,583

$5,896

Save $687

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Dec 01

Chennai, India

76% AI deal score

$6,593

$5,896

Save $697

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Dec 01

Chennai, India

76% AI deal score

$6,592

$5,896

Save $696

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Dec 01

Chennai, India

76% AI deal score

$6,597

$5,896

Save $701

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Dec 01

Chennai, India

76% AI deal score

$6,605

$5,896

Save $709

From BOS

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Dec 01

Chennai, India

76% AI deal score

$6,628

$5,896

Save $732

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Dec 02

Chennai, India

76% AI deal score

$6,590

$5,896

Save $694

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Dec 02

Chennai, India

76% AI deal score

$6,597

$5,896

Save $701

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Dec 02

Chennai, India

76% AI deal score

$6,607

$5,896

Save $711

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Dec 02

Chennai, India

76% AI deal score

$6,606

$5,896

Save $710

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Dec 02

Chennai, India

76% AI deal score

$6,627

$5,896

Save $731

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Dec 03

Chennai, India

76% AI deal score

$6,590

$5,896

Save $694

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Dec 04

Chennai, India

76% AI deal score

$6,618

$5,990

Save $628

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Dec 06

Chennai, India

76% AI deal score

$6,631

$5,990

Save $641

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Jul 05

Chennai, India

76% AI deal score

$6,549

From BOS

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Jul 10

Chennai, India

76% AI deal score

$6,549

From BOS

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Nov 06

Chennai, India

76% AI deal score

$6,670

From BOS

Chennai, India

75% AI deal score

$2,998

From BOS

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Aug 12

Chennai, India

75% AI deal score

$2,998

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chennai

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can also help uncover better deals. Setting up price alerts may notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking in advance, often several months before your departure, can sometimes result in lower fares. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring them over time may help you identify a good booking window. Mid-week bookings are sometimes associated with better prices.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes reveal more economical flight options. While it may add to your ground travel, the savings on airfare can occasionally be significant. Always factor in the additional time and cost of transportation to and from alternative airports.

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