MAA–EWR

Flights from Chennai to Newark

Compare available fares, airlines and cabin options from Chennai to Newark. Search online or ask a Voldeluxe travel expert to review the itinerary with you.

Duration
About 22h 10m at the quickest, 24h 45m typical, including the connection
Status
1 stop — no nonstop between Chennai and Newark in our latest live search
Popular airlines
Lufthansa, Air India, British Airways, Emirates Airlines
Time difference
Newark (Eastern Time) is 9.5 hours behind Chennai during U.S. daylight saving time, mid-March to early November, and 10.5 hours behind the rest of the year. India doesn't change its clocks.

This week's live check

Checked October 2, 2026

A real search for Chennai to Newark, round trip in economy for one adult, leaving Nov 13 and returning Nov 27. 305 options came back.

Nonstop
No nonstop found
Quickest
22h 10m
Typical, cheaper fares
24h 45m
Lowest round trip
$1,222
Most common connections
  • London · from 22h 30m
  • Frankfurt · from 22h 40m
  • Delhi · from 25h 40m
  • Dubai · from 27h 45m
  • Singapore · from 30h 10m

Airlines among the cheapest options: Lufthansa, Air India, British Airways, Emirates Airlines.

Search your datesPrices change daily and are confirmed with the airline before you pay.

Flying from Chennai to Newark

There is no nonstop between Chennai and Newark, so every itinerary connects at least once. The quickest one-stop options take about 22h 10m; a typical itinerary takes about 24h 45m.

The most common connections are through London, Frankfurt, Delhi and Dubai, with the fastest one-stop options via London at about 22h 30m.

In our live search on October 2, 2026, 305 round-trip options came back for a two-week stay about six weeks out, from $1,222 round trip in economy, taxes included. Fares change daily; search your own dates for today's prices.

Airlines serving this market

Lufthansa

One stop, connecting in Frankfurt or Munich.

Air India

Connects through an Indian gateway such as Delhi or Mumbai, or with a partner airline.

British Airways

One stop, connecting in London Heathrow.

Emirates Airlines

One stop, connecting in Dubai.

Which connection works best from Chennai?

London (fastest about 22h 30m), Frankfurt (fastest about 22h 40m), Delhi (fastest about 25h 40m), Dubai (fastest about 27h 45m) came up most often in our latest search. Gulf hubs usually give the shortest total time; European hubs can work better on price, baggage or schedule. We also check the layover length, terminal changes and transit visa rules for your passport before you book.

When should you book?

Departures from Chennai to the USA are busiest in May and June, when parents visit family for the summer, and in late July and August for students starting the fall semester. December to February is the most comfortable time in Chennai. Book peak dates early; February to April and October to November usually price better.

Origin airport

Departing from Chennai (MAA)

International and domestic flights use separate terminals connected by a walkway. Allow time for immigration and the walk if you connect onward.

Destination airport

Arriving in Newark (EWR)

United's international flights use Terminal C and most other international airlines use Terminal B. AirTrain Newark connects the terminals to NJ Transit and Amtrak.

Traveling with family?

With a connection, we look for itineraries that keep the family on one ticket with a comfortable layover, and request seats together on both flights where the fare allows it.

Student / long-stay fares

Students starting a semester in Newark can compare one-way and open-return fares and the two-bag allowance most airlines give on India–USA routes.

Premium Economy & Business Class

Business and Premium Economy availability on Chennai–Newark depends on the airline and aircraft on each leg. We compare the long-haul cabin, lounge access and baggage before you decide.

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Chennai to Newark FAQ

No. Our latest live search found no nonstop, so every option connects at least once, most often in London, Frankfurt and Delhi.

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