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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Chennai Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,963. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Chennai.$1,417 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Aug, returning Thu, 1 Oct.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chennai on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,417, select.

Chennai.$1,417 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Aug, returning Fri, 11 Sep.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chennai on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,417, select.

Chennai.$1,417 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Sep, returning Mon, 12 Oct.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chennai on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,417, select.

Chennai.$1,419 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Sep, returning Mon, 21 Sep.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chennai on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,419, select.

Chennai.$1,420 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Aug, returning Fri, 20 Nov.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chennai on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,420, select.

Chennai.$1,500 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Mar, returning Tue, 13 Apr.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 30 Mar, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Tue, 13 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,500, select.

Chennai.$1,501 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Feb, returning Tue, 16 Feb.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 2 Feb, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Tue, 16 Feb, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,501, select.

Chennai.$1,501 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov, returning Tue, 17 Nov.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,501, select.

Chennai.$1,501 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,501, select.

Chennai.$1,501 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Jan, returning Wed, 27 Jan.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Wed, 27 Jan, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,501, select.

Chennai.$1,501 per passenger.Departing Tue, 12 Jan, returning Fri, 12 Feb.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 12 Jan, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Fri, 12 Feb, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,501, select.

Chennai.$1,502 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Oct, returning Wed, 14 Oct.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,502, select.

Chennai.$1,505 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Nov, returning Thu, 3 Dec.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 26 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,505, select.

Chennai.$1,523 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Nov, returning Mon, 1 Feb.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chennai on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,523, select.

Chennai.$1,523 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov, returning Fri, 22 Jan.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Fri, 22 Jan, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,523, select.

Chennai.$1,541 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Apr, returning Tue, 11 May.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 27 Apr, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Tue, 11 May, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,541, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles to Chennai

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Washington Dulles to Chennai: Alternative routes

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Finding cheap flights from Washington Dulles to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Washington Dulles to Chennai?

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington Dulles to Chennai is $1,417. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which airlines fly direct from Washington Dulles to Chennai?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Washington Dulles to Chennai. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,417.

How many flights are there a week from Washington Dulles to Chennai?

As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Washington Dulles to Chennai.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington Dulles to Chennai?

The cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles to Chennai is usually August.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Chennai Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Chennai Airport on Monday, 17 August 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Chennai Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Washington Dulles Airport and Chennai Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Chennai?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chennai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Chennai?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chennai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Chennai with?

Currently, Etihad Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chennai.

Flying from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know

Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Chennai ten hours 30 minutes ahead of Washington DC.
Your IAD to MAA flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Washington Dulles Airport to Chennai Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between IAD and MAA:
- London Heathrow Airport
- Hamad International Airport
- Zayed International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to Chennai Airport (MAA)

$687 is currently the best price for a one-way Washington Dulles Airport to Chennai Airport flight. A return flight starts at $1,417. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from IAD to MAA if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Chennai Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from IAD to MAA.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Washington Dulles Airport to Chennai Airport.

Handy information about Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)

The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
77% of flights that leave from Washington Dulles Airport land at their destination on time.
Central Washington DC to Washington Dulles Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near IAD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Chennai Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)

Reserve a hotel close to MAA if you're taking a late Washington Dulles Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Chennai Airport rental car and discover Chennai and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Europcar and North Car Rental are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Chennai Airport around three weeks before your departure date.

When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)

It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Chennai Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Chennai. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in September.
Before locking in your flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Chennai Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with the temperature ranging from 28ºC to 37ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap tickets from IAD to MAA sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of India

Chennai has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of India waiting to be explored. Around 290 kilometres west of Chennai, a visit to Bengaluru will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
Coimbatore is another sought-after destination in India and is around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. No trip is complete without dropping by Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Siruvani Falls and Dam and Sri Ranganathar Temple.