Which airports can I use when flying from New Orleans to Chennai?

Flights from New Orleans to Chennai usually depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New Orleans to Chennai?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 46% on flights from New Orleans to Chennai. Friday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 105,145 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at ₹ 193,209, a difference of ₹ 88,064. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from New Orleans to Chennai?

A direct flight from New Orleans to Chennai takes 00m, covering 24,328 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from New Orleans to Chennai?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

How are flight prices from New Orleans to Chennai looking right now?

One-way fares from New Orleans to Chennai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 274,741, which is 339% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between New Orleans and Chennai?

Chennai is 10 hours ahead of New Orleans (India Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a New Orleans to Chennai flight?

Return flights from New Orleans to Chennai range from ₹ 102,649 to ₹ 138,168, with an average of ₹ 115,483 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 102,649 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from New Orleans to Chennai?

Return flights from New Orleans to Chennai typically range from ₹ 102,649 to ₹ 138,168. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 129,344 on Etihad Airways.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from New Orleans to Chennai?

Etihad Airways (₹ 129,344) and British Airways (₹ 167,208) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from New Orleans to Chennai according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Cheapest return flight

₹ 129,344

Typical prices: ₹ 102,649-₹ 138,168

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Sat 17/11Sat 24/11

MSY - MAA • 2 stops

Cheapest one-way flight

₹ 85,407

Typical prices: ₹ 54,391-₹ 86,071

Lufthansa

Sat 8/12

MSY - MAA • 2 stops

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There are currently no direct flights between New Orleans and Chennai. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.

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Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov

06:00 - 19:50MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MAA Chennai

26h 20m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

09:55 - 14:25MAA Chennai-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

64h 00m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Boston Logan Intl

₹ 129,344Etihad Airways

Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov

06:00 - 08:05MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MAA Chennai

38h 35m2 stops Boston Logan Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

07:00 - 18:00MAA Chennai-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

46h 30m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Rome Fiumicino New York John F Kennedy Intl

₹ 139,593Multiple Airlines

Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov

19:55 - 05:35MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MAA Chennai

22h 10m1 stop London Heathrow

07:35 - 22:29MAA Chennai-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

50h 24m2 stops London Heathrow Miami

₹ 167,208British Airways

Thu, 18 Feb - Thu, 11 Mar

05:57 - 15:05MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MAA Chennai

45h 38m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

16:05 - 18:06MAA Chennai-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

37h 31m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Charlotte Douglas

₹ 496,878Etihad Airways

Thu, 18 Feb - Thu, 11 Mar

05:57 - 15:05MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MAA Chennai

45h 38m2 stops Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

16:05 - 18:06MAA Chennai-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

37h 31m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Charlotte Douglas

₹ 497,353Etihad Airways

Thu, 18 Feb - Thu, 11 Mar

07:00 - 02:35MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MAA Chennai

32h 05m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

16:05 - 15:40MAA Chennai-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

35h 05m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Charlotte Douglas

₹ 534,457Etihad Airways

Thu, 18 Feb - Thu, 11 Mar

07:48 - 02:35MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MAA Chennai

31h 17m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

16:05 - 15:40MAA Chennai-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

35h 05m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Charlotte Douglas

₹ 586,271Multiple Airlines

Thu, 18 Feb - Thu, 11 Mar

19:55 - 05:35MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MAA Chennai

22h 10m1 stop London Heathrow

07:35 - 18:17MAA Chennai-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

46h 12m2 stops London Heathrow Miami

₹ 690,942British Airways

Thu, 18 Feb - Thu, 11 Mar

19:55 - 05:35MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MAA Chennai

22h 10m1 stop London Heathrow

07:35 - 23:41MAA Chennai-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

27h 36m2 stops London Heathrow Chicago O'Hare Intl

₹ 692,081British Airways

Thu, 5 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov

10:05 - 02:35MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong-MAA Chennai

29h 00m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

09:55 - 18:00MAA Chennai-MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong

43h 35m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

₹ 697,015Etihad Airways

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Price, demand, and travel trends for New Orleans to Chennai flights

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How much is a return flight from New Orleans to Chennai? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from New Orleans to Chennai departing in November.

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Low season	March
High season	August
Cheapest flight	₹ 85,407

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How long is a flight from New Orleans to Chennai?
A direct flight from New Orleans to Chennai takes 00m, covering 24,328 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from New Orleans to Chennai?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a New Orleans to Chennai flight?
Return flights from New Orleans to Chennai range from ₹ 102,649 to ₹ 138,168, with an average of ₹ 115,483 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 102,649 counts as a good deal.
How are flight prices from New Orleans to Chennai looking right now?
One-way fares from New Orleans to Chennai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 274,741, which is 339% above the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from New Orleans to Chennai?
Flights from New Orleans to Chennai usually depart from New Orleans Louis Armstrong (MSY) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New Orleans to Chennai?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 46% on flights from New Orleans to Chennai. Friday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 105,145 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at ₹ 193,209, a difference of ₹ 88,064.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between New Orleans and Chennai?
Chennai is 10 hours ahead of New Orleans (India Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Friday flights average ₹ 105,145, about ₹ 88,064 less than Wednesday fares (46% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your New Orleans to Chennai trip for August. Fares historically average ₹ 96,984 return in that month – typically ₹ 113,117 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chennai Airport.

• Radisson Blu Hotel And Suites GRT Chennai
• Hotel Southern Comfort
• Ridhan Regency

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