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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chennai Airport to Washington Dulles Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,804. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Washington Dulles

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chennai to Washington Dulles flights are currently cheapest in September.

Chennai to Washington Dulles: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Chennai to Washington D.C. below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Washington Dulles.

Chennai to Washington D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,712
Cheapest month to flySeptember

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Chennai to Washington Dulles is $1,712. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Chennai to Washington Dulles. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,712.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Chennai to Washington Dulles.
The cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Washington Dulles is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chennai Airport to Washington Dulles Airport on Monday, 21 September 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Chennai Airport and Washington Dulles Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Washington Dulles 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.

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

Currently, Air France offers the cheapest flight tickets to Washington Dulles.

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

  • Washington DC's timezone is UTC-5, making Washington DC ten hours 30 minutes behind Chennai.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MAA to IAD flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

  • During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Washington Dulles Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between MAA and IAD include:

    • Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport

    • Dubai Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

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

  • Currently, $1,030 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chennai Airport to Washington Dulles Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,712. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.

  • It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from MAA to IAD. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.

  • Getting cheap flights from Chennai Airport to Washington Dulles Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MAA to IAD by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chennai Airport to Washington Dulles Airport.

Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • When it comes to Chennai Airport's on-time performance, 76% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • To get to Chennai Airport from central Chennai, it'll take around 35 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.

  • Need a convenient hotel close to MAA? If you've booked an early flight from Chennai Airport to Washington Dulles Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)

Getting from Washington Dulles Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC

  • The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.

  • Washington Dulles Airport to the centre of Washington DC has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.

  • Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour 10 minutes.

When to fly to Washington Dulles Airport (IAD)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Washington Dulles Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Washington DC in February.

  • When booking your flight from Chennai Airport to Washington Dulles Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAA to IAD in January. Average temperatures are between -6ºC and 10ºC then.

Explore more of the United States

  • You've visited Washington DC, now it's time to explore other parts of the United States. Travel about 322 kilometres north-east to New York to check off its top sights. From Central Park to Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC, Philadelphia is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

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