Cheap Flights from Washington D.C. (WAS) to Chennai (MAA)

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Washington D.C. to Chennai (WAS-MAA)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Qatar Airways offers one-way fares as low as US$589 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. IAD to MAA on Fri, May 29), while Etihad Airways offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from US$994 departing on Sat, May 30 and returning on Sat, Jun 6.

• Which airlines offer flights from Washington D.C. to Chennai?

  At the moment, several airlines serve connecting flights from Washington D.C. to Chennai, including: Qatar Airways Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings made by users on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• When is the best time to book flights from Washington D.C. to Chennai?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Washington D.C. to Chennai is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Washington D.C. to Chennai?

  To find best deals on flights from Washington D.C. to Chennai, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Fri, May 29, with one-way flights priced at just US$589.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Qatar Airways.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Chennai travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Washington D.C. (WAS) to Chennai (MAA) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Washington D.C. to Chennai is September, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Chennai on?

  After crunching the numbers on our May flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Chennai on May 24, 2026 with Etihad Airways, with prices starting at US$991.

• Which airports can I fly to for Chennai from Washington D.C.?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Chennai, with Dulles International Airport to Chennai International Airport (IAD-MAA) is by far the most common option on this route: Chennai International Airport (MAA).

• Is there any time difference between Washington D.C. and Chennai?

  The time difference between Chennai and Washington D.C. is 10h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Washington D.C. to Chennai?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.