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About Flights to Chennai
Summary info about Chennai flight prices, duration and airlines
Best One-Way Price | ₹ 1,307 |
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Best Return Price | ₹ 2,695 |
Fastest flight time | 0h 55m |
Operated By | 7 airlines |
Chennai flights insights and trends
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?
The month of March is another great option to travel to Chennai, with average flight prices from India averaging around ₹ 5,390.
What is the absolute cheapest flight to Chennai?
In the past two weeks, users have booked deals to Chennai for ₹ 1,735/person, which is 95% cheaper than the average flight to Chennai. To find the cheapest price to Chennai from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.
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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chennai?
On average, the least expensive day to fly to Chennai from India is on a Monday. momondo users have found tickets for Monday departures for as low as ₹ 12,534. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from India to Chennai on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around ₹ 13,334. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chennai?
Our data shows that the cheapest India to Chennai flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Chennai in the afternoon for as low as ₹ 12,760. Try not to purchase tickets at midday because they tend to be around ₹ 14,738. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.
How long does it take to fly to Chennai?
Flight times vary depending on what airport in India you fly out of and what airport in Chennai you fly into. For example, flying from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl to Chennai takes 2h 35m on average. On the other hand, flying from Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl to Chennai takes 1h 50m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.
How far in advance should I book a flight to Chennai?
We recommend purchasing flights from India to Chennai 60 days ahead of your departure date because this is when momondo users tend to see the best flight rates. On average, our users have found flights to Chennai for ₹ 10,694.
Cheapest flights to Chennai airports
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CHEAPEST ROUTE FROM New Delhi TO Chennai
New Delhi (DEL) to Chennai (MAA)
Typically, flights to Chennai from New Delhi are cheaper when flying from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl to Chennai, which has an average price of ₹ 10,694
| CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO CHENNAI FROM NEW DELHI | February | 52% cheaper | Flying from New Delhi to Chennai costs on average just ₹ 5,145 in February |
| MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO CHENNAI FROM NEW DELHI | October | 37% more expensive | It costs about ₹ 14,618 for flights to Chennai from New Delhi in October |
| MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO CHENNAI FROM NEW DELHI | August | 225% more users visited | More momondo users searched in flights to Chennai from New Delhi in August than any other month |
Frequently asked questions about flying to Chennai
Users planning a flight to Chennai during the months of October, November, or December should anticipate rain. There are still things to do in Chennai even when it's raining, though. Government Museum is a great museum to visit near Chennai and is especially great when the weather outside is less than desirable. Many tourists kill time during rain and storms by going to shopping centres in the area, like Express Avenue.
Chennai has a water park in the area named Velachery Aquatic Complex. Families typically love visiting Velachery Aquatic Complex when the weather is just right. Those looking to fly to Chennai to visit these parks would likely find that the best time to do so is during July, August, or September, when there is only a moderate chance of rain and the weather is typically above 70 degrees Fahrenheit (21°C).
If your plan is to spend time at Marina Beach while visiting Chennai, momondo recommends you plan your trip for January, February, or March when the temperatures are typically higher and the chance of rain is low. Consider visiting Elliot's Beach during your Chennai visit as well.
Finding an alternative and possibly cheaper destination airport near Chennai is possible. If you are planning a flight to Chennai, consider booking flights to Tirupati Airport (100 km from Chennai city centre) or Pondicherry Airport (134 km from Chennai city centre).
With an average price of ₹ 27,729 per person, Pondicherry Airport is the cheapest airport to fly into when planning your trip to Chennai. This price can fluctuate based on where you are flying from. momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool can help users find the best prices.
Chennai flight deals found on momondo
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Find the cheapest one-way flights to Chennai
If you're looking for one-way flights from India to Chennai, view some of our deals below provided by AirAsia India, GoFirst and IndiGo
Other cabin classes for Chennai flights
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Which airlines fly to Chennai?
Here you can see a selection of the most popular and cheapest airlines for flights to Chennai
Which airlines fly to Chennai?
Based on our data, the most popular airlines that fly to Chennai from India are IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet and Vistara. There may also be other airline options depending on where in India you’re flying from.
Vistara Flights to Chennai
28 Vistara flights head to Chennai on average each week. Most will be flying from Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl to Chennai, the most popular route that Vistara operates to Chennai. Prices vary based on when and where you fly from - the cheapest Vistara flight to Chennai found in the past 3 days on momondo was ₹ 3,343, departing from Ahmedabad. Vistara is the most popular choice on momondo for this route and has been scored 7.7/10 by 18 of our users.
GoFirst Flights to Chennai
GoFirst (7.2/10, 1 review) is also a popular choice for flights to Chennai, with deals from as low as ₹ 1,503 from Ahmedabad, return. With 4 GoFirst flights to Chennai on average each week, prices can vary significantly by origin and availability.
Popular routes to Chennai
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