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Today’s best flight deals from Chennai to Washington, D.C.

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Chennai to Washington, D.C.

September 21 - September 28

Cheapest

MAA - Washington, D.C.

$1,144

$966

Round trip

September 16 - September 17

Best

MAA - Washington, D.C.

$1,180

$994

Round trip

September 16 - September 30

MAA - Washington, D.C.

$1,113

$1,008

Round trip

July 6 - July 20

Earliest

MAA - Washington, D.C.

$1,065

$1,024

Round trip

September 3 - September 21

MAA - Washington, D.C.

$1,087

$1,026

Round trip

November 1 - November 30

MAA - Washington, D.C.

$1,132

$1,040

Round trip

November 12 - November 24

MAA - Washington, D.C.

$1,141

$1,041

Round trip

October 1 - October 15

MAA - Washington, D.C.

$1,099

$1,042

Round trip

September 25 - September 28

MAA - Washington, D.C.

$1,174

$1,042

Round trip

November 16 - November 23

MAA - Washington, D.C.

$1,126

$1,043

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C.

Flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C. are a long-haul journey, covering a distance of 13,783 kilometers. When looking for cheap flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C., you'll find fares typically range from $805–$1031, with a median of $974. Right now, current fares are near the typical level, and about 12% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.
If you're wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Chennai to Washington, D.C., the data indicates that November is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $707. Following November, June also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $828, and April is another good option, showing a median of $831.
Regarding direct flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C., most itineraries connect at least once. Currently, 0% of recent fares were for non-stop flights. For itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.
A typical journey from Chennai to Washington, D.C. takes about 27h 55m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries involve at least one stopover, reflecting the long-haul nature of the route and the need for connecting flights.

How much is a round trip from Chennai to Washington, D.C.

Regular price: $1,011 - $1,473

Prices for flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C. are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $1011 and $1473. The current lowest deal is $966 with Air France, for travel from Sep 21-Sep 28.

now $966

Low $1,011

High $1,473

The cheapest time to fly from Chennai to Washington, D.C.

The cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Washington is November, with a median price of $707. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $1056. Prices are generally lower from April to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $707

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,056

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Direct flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C.

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Last-minute flights going from Chennai to Washington, D.C.

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

MAA - Washington, D.C.

Lufthansa

Chennai (MAA) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Lufthansa

$1,203

$1,558

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

MAA - Washington, D.C.

Etihad Airways

Chennai (MAA) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Etihad Airways

$1,228

$1,298

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

MAA - Washington, D.C.

Qatar Airways

Chennai (MAA) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Qatar Airways

$1,228

$1,727

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

MAA - Washington, D.C.

Etihad Airways

Chennai (MAA) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Etihad Airways

$1,228

$1,199

One-way

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

MAA - Washington, D.C.

Swiss International Air Lines

Chennai (MAA) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Swiss International Air Lines

$1,230

$1,475

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MAA - Washington, D.C.

Etihad Airways

Chennai (MAA) - Washington, D.C. (IAD)

Etihad Airways

$1,078

$1,203

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C.

8 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 31

$1,308  →  $1,063

19%

6 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 7

$1,287  →  $1,056

18%

1 night

Sep 16 - Sep 17

$1,180  →  $994

16%

7 nights

Sep 21 - Sep 28

$1,144  →  $966

16%

Popular Airports to fly from Chennai to Washington, D.C.

Chennai - Washington, D.C. route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level.

Recent fares for flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C. are near the typical level at $966.

📅 Best time to fly

November is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Washington, D.C., with a median price of $707.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 27h 55m.

The median flight duration for connecting flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C. is 27 hours and 55 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

No direct flights available; connecting flights are frequent.

There are no direct flights. Connecting flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C. are frequent.

🏆 Airline highlight

Etihad Airways offers the most connecting deals.

Etihad Airways has historically offered the most connecting flight deals for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently for this route.

Deals for flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C. appear frequently, about 0.77 deals per day.

Chennai main airports to depart from

Chennai International (MAA)

Cheapest

Chennai International Airport is a good option for flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C.

📍 ~25 km from Chennai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$968

Washington, D.C. main airports to arrive at

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Choose IAD for flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C. for potentially lower fares.

📍 ~40 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$966

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Consider BWI for flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C. as an alternative arrival option.

📍 ~50 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1274

Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA)

Select DCA for flights from Chennai to Washington, D.C. for convenient access to the city.

📍 ~5 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1145

Airports nearby Washington, D.C. used as alternative

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Philadelphia International is a major international hub with extensive connectivity, often serving as a viable alternative for trans-Atlantic routes.

📍 ~200 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or Amtrak rail)

💸 Flights from ~$996

Richmond International (RIC)

Richmond International is the largest airport in Virginia outside the immediate D.C. metro area, with a strong domestic network.

📍 ~170 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1375

Harrisburg International (MDT)

Harrisburg International is a convenient alternative for travelers located in the northern D.C. suburbs or Maryland.

📍 ~180 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1899

Norfolk International (ORF)

Norfolk International offers significant passenger volume and carrier variety, with good availability of flights to major hubs.

📍 ~300 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1350

Charlottesville–Albemarle (CHO)

Charlottesville–Albemarle provides reliable regional service with connections to major hubs and an efficient terminal experience.

📍 ~190 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1872

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Washington, D.C.

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you see various options across different airlines and online travel agencies. Setting up price alerts may also notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking flights in advance often provides more options and potentially better prices, especially for international routes. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you identify a good booking window. Weekday bookings might sometimes offer different pricing compared to weekends.

Comparing nearby airports at your destination can sometimes reveal more economical flight options. While it might involve additional ground transportation, the savings on airfare could be significant. It's always a good idea to check all available airports in the region.