What is the cheapest airline that flies from Chennai to China?

Scoot, IndiGo, and Thai Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Chennai to China

Which airlines fly to China?

Cathay Pacific, IndiGo and AirAsia are the top three most popular airlines that fly to China from Chennai according to our data. Cathay Pacific is the first choice among our users, with 33% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to China. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to China on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chennai Airport to China?

Prices for flights from Chennai Airport to China were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chennai Airport to China?

The number of operators available for flights from Chennai Airport to China is 6 as of August 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Chennai Airport to China?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chennai Airport to China.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to China?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to China may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at China. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

₹ 16,049 Cheap Flights from Chennai to China in 2026

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08:20 - 03:45MAA Chennai-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

16h 55m1 stop Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

05:15 - 20:30CAN Guangzhou Baiyun-MAA Chennai

17h 45m1 stop Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

₹ 33,532IndiGo

Mon, 14 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep

23:50 - 09:25MAA Chennai-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

31h 05m1 stop Singapore Changi

10:40 - 22:50CAN Guangzhou Baiyun-MAA Chennai

14h 40m1 stop Singapore Changi

₹ 35,920Scoot

Mon, 14 Sep - Fri, 18 Sep

08:20 - 03:45MAA Chennai-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

16h 55m1 stop Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

05:15 - 20:30CAN Guangzhou Baiyun-MAA Chennai

17h 45m1 stop Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

₹ 43,372IndiGo

Mon, 14 Sep - Sat, 19 Sep

08:05 - 00:20MAA Chennai-PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

13h 45m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

05:40 - 23:30PVG Shanghai Pu Dong-MAA Chennai

20h 20m1 stop Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra

₹ 43,945Multiple Airlines

Wed, 23 Sep - Sat, 3 Oct

01:10 - 19:50MAA Chennai-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

16h 10m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

14:50 - 00:01CAN Guangzhou Baiyun-MAA Chennai

11h 41m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

₹ 45,091Thai Airways

Tue, 13 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

02:10 - 01:50MAA Chennai-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

21h 10m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

02:50 - 01:00CAN Guangzhou Baiyun-MAA Chennai

24h 40m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

₹ 51,014Thai Lion Air

Tue, 1 Dec - Sat, 5 Dec

02:10 - 01:50MAA Chennai-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

21h 10m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

02:50 - 01:00CAN Guangzhou Baiyun-MAA Chennai

24h 40m1 stop Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

₹ 51,110Thai Lion Air

Tue, 1 Dec - Sat, 5 Dec

01:00 - 19:05MAA Chennai-CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

15h 35m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

14:50 - 00:01CAN Guangzhou Baiyun-MAA Chennai

11h 41m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

₹ 57,033Thai Airways

Fri, 18 Dec - Sun, 27 Dec

00:50 - 15:35MAA Chennai-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

12h 15m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

13:20 - 23:35SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MAA Chennai

12h 45m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

₹ 76,521Cathay Pacific

Mon, 28 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct

00:50 - 20:55MAA Chennai-SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

17h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

22:30 - 23:35SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl-MAA Chennai

27h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

₹ 77,477Cathay Pacific

Sat, 26 Sep - Sun, 4 Oct

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Cathay Pacific flights from Chennai to China

Our best Cathay Pacific deals on Chennai to China flight tickets

Cathay Pacific

28 Sept

MAA00:50Chennai

12h 15m

1 stop

SHA15:35Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

6 Oct

SHA13:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

12h 45m

1 stop

MAA23:35Chennai

₹ 76,521

Cathay Pacific

12 Sept

MAA00:50Chennai

14h 05m

1 stop

PEK17:25Beijing Capital

20 Sept

PEK07:25Beijing Capital

18h 40m

1 stop

MAA23:35Chennai

₹ 76,617

Cathay Pacific

26 Sept

MAA00:50Chennai

17h 35m

1 stop

SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

4 Oct

SHA22:30Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

27h 35m

1 stop

MAA23:35Chennai

₹ 77,477

Air India flights from Chennai to China

Our best Air India deals on Chennai to China flight tickets

Air India

28 Sept

MAA09:20Chennai

32h 30m

1 stop

PVG20:20Shanghai Pu Dong

6 Oct

PVG22:00Shanghai Pu Dong

14h 50m

1 stop

MAA10:20Chennai

₹ 48,530

Air India

10 Sept

MAA14:00Chennai

27h 50m

1 stop

PVG20:20Shanghai Pu Dong

17 Sept

PVG22:00Shanghai Pu Dong

23h 10m

1 stop

MAA18:40Chennai

₹ 48,626

Air India

11 Sept

MAA14:00Chennai

27h 50m

1 stop

PVG20:20Shanghai Pu Dong

18 Sept

PVG22:00Shanghai Pu Dong

17h 15m

1 stop

MAA12:45Chennai

₹ 50,441

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ChennaiGuangzhou

MAA Chennai - CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

MAACAN

Chennai

Mon 14/9

08:20-03:45

1 stop16h 55m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 19/9

05:15-20:30

1 stop17h 45m

₹ 33,532

ChennaiGuangzhou

MAA Chennai - CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

MAACAN

Chennai

Mon 14/9

23:50-09:25

1 stop31h 05m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Fri 18/9

10:40-22:50

1 stop14h 40m

₹ 35,920

ChennaiGuangzhou

MAA Chennai - CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

MAACAN

Chennai

Mon 14/9

08:20-03:45

1 stop16h 55m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 19/9

05:15-20:30

1 stop17h 45m

₹ 43,372

ChennaiShanghai

MAA Chennai - PVG Shanghai Pu Dong

MAAPVG

Chennai

Wed 23/9

08:05-00:20

1 stop13h 45m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 3/10

05:40-23:30

1 stop20h 20m

₹ 43,945

ChennaiGuangzhou

MAA Chennai - CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

MAACAN

Chennai

Tue 13/10

01:10-19:50

1 stop16h 10m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 2/11

14:50-00:01

1 stop11h 41m

₹ 45,091

ChennaiGuangzhou

MAA Chennai - CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

MAACAN

Chennai

Tue 1/12

02:10-01:50

1 stop21h 10m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 5/12

02:50-01:00

1 stop24h 40m

₹ 51,014

ChennaiGuangzhou

MAA Chennai - CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

MAACAN

Chennai

Tue 1/12

02:10-01:50

1 stop21h 10m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sat 5/12

02:50-01:00

1 stop24h 40m

₹ 51,110

ChennaiGuangzhou

MAA Chennai - CAN Guangzhou Baiyun

MAACAN

Chennai

Fri 18/12

01:00-19:05

1 stop15h 35m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 27/12

14:50-00:01

1 stop11h 41m

₹ 57,033

Fastest return journey

ChennaiShanghai

MAA Chennai - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

MAASHA

Chennai

Mon 28/9

00:50-15:35

1 stop12h 15m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 6/10

13:20-23:35

1 stop12h 45m

₹ 76,521

ChennaiShanghai

MAA Chennai - SHA Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

MAASHA

Chennai

Sat 26/9

00:50-20:55

1 stop17h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 4/10

22:30-23:35

1 stop27h 35m

₹ 77,477

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What is the cheapest month to fly to China?

If you aren’t able to travel to China during the month of March, then flying in November is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of ₹ 39,264.

Can stopping save me money on Chennai to China flights?

You could potentially save up to 71% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chennai to China flight.

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Fastest flight time	10h 50m
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The fastest flight from Chennai to China takes 10h 50m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Chennai to China

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chennai Airport to China?
Prices for flights from Chennai Airport to China were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chennai Airport to China?
The number of operators available for flights from Chennai Airport to China is 6 as of August 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Chennai Airport to China?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chennai Airport to China.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to China?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to China may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at China. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Chennai to China

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Chennai to China with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Thai Lion Air	PriceFrom ₹ 14,160	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 46 reviews	Search Thai Lion Air flights
Scoot	PriceFrom ₹ 17,541	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 328 reviews	Search Scoot flights
IndiGo	PriceFrom ₹ 30,516	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 582 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
US-Bangla Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 34,531	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search US-Bangla Airlines flights
AirAsia	PriceFrom ₹ 36,485	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 234 reviews	Search AirAsia flights
Thai Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 43,268	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 416 reviews	Search Thai Airways flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom ₹ 46,351	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,453 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights

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