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

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

Which airlines fly to China?

Cathay Pacific, AirAsia and US-Bangla Airlines 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 41% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to China. Keep in mind that there are 10 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 10 as of March 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.

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23:50 - 09:25

MAA

CAN

31h 05m

1 stop

10:40 - 22:50

CAN

MAA

14h 40m

1 stop

₹ 30,150Scoot

Wed, 8 Apr - Wed, 15 Apr

02:00 - 01:40

MAA

CAN

21h 10m

1 stop

02:45 - 01:00

CAN

MAA

24h 45m

1 stop

₹ 31,161Thai Lion Air

Tue, 28 Apr - Mon, 4 May

02:00 - 01:40

MAA

CAN

21h 10m

1 stop

02:45 - 01:00

CAN

MAA

24h 45m

1 stop

₹ 31,713Thai Lion Air

Tue, 28 Apr - Mon, 4 May

11:45 - 04:40

MAA

PVG

14h 25m

1 stop

05:40 - 17:20

PVG

MAA

14h 10m

1 stop

₹ 34,470IndiGo

Mon, 6 Apr - Tue, 14 Apr

23:50 - 09:25

MAA

CAN

31h 05m

1 stop

10:40 - 22:50

CAN

MAA

14h 40m

1 stop

₹ 35,206Scoot

Wed, 15 Apr - Sun, 26 Apr

15:05 - 04:40

MAA

PVG

11h 05m

1 stop

05:40 - 13:40

PVG

MAA

10h 30m

1 stop

₹ 35,390IndiGo

Mon, 20 Apr - Sat, 25 Apr

10:30 - 23:00

MAA

PEK

34h 00m

1 stop

00:05 - 22:00

PEK

MAA

24h 25m

1 stop

₹ 50,648Singapore Airlines

Sat, 18 Jul - Wed, 29 Jul

10:30 - 07:15

MAA

PEK

18h 15m

1 stop

08:55 - 09:20

PEK

MAA

26h 55m

1 stop

₹ 50,924Singapore Airlines

Sat, 25 Apr - Sat, 2 May

00:50 - 20:55

MAA

SHA

17h 35m

1 stop

13:20 - 23:35

SHA

MAA

12h 45m

1 stop

₹ 57,634Cathay Pacific

Wed, 22 Apr - Thu, 30 Apr

00:50 - 20:55

MAA

SHA

17h 35m

1 stop

13:20 - 23:35

SHA

MAA

12h 45m

1 stop

₹ 57,910Cathay Pacific

Sat, 25 Apr - Sun, 3 May

Cathay Pacific flights from Chennai to China

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Cathay Pacific

20 May

MAA00:50Chennai

17h 35m

1 stop

SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

10 Jun

SHA13:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

12h 45m

1 stop

MAA23:35Chennai

₹ 56,256

Cathay Pacific

22 Apr

MAA00:50Chennai

17h 35m

1 stop

SHA20:55Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

30 Apr

SHA13:20Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

12h 45m

1 stop

MAA23:35Chennai

₹ 57,634

Cathay Pacific

22 Apr

MAA00:50Chennai

19h 05m

1 stop

PEK22:25Beijing Capital

30 Apr

PEK13:40Beijing Capital

12h 25m

1 stop

MAA23:35Chennai

₹ 58,278

IndiGo flights from Chennai to China

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IndiGo

20 Mar

MAA15:00Chennai

10h 35m

1 stop

CAN04:05Guangzhou Baiyun

26 Mar

CAN05:35Guangzhou Baiyun

10h 45m

1 stop

MAA13:50Chennai

₹ 29,782

IndiGo

19 Mar

MAA15:00Chennai

10h 35m

1 stop

CAN04:05Guangzhou Baiyun

26 Mar

CAN05:35Guangzhou Baiyun

17h 25m

1 stop

MAA20:30Chennai

₹ 30,702

IndiGo

6 Apr

MAA11:45Chennai

14h 25m

1 stop

PVG04:40Shanghai Pu Dong

14 Apr

PVG05:40Shanghai Pu Dong

14h 10m

1 stop

MAA17:20Chennai

₹ 34,470

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Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

ChennaiGuangzhou

MAA - CAN

MAACAN

Chennai

Wed 8/4

23:50-09:25

1 stop31h 05m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Wed 15/4

10:40-22:50

1 stop14h 40m

₹ 30,150

ChennaiGuangzhou

MAA - CAN

MAACAN

Chennai

Tue 28/4

02:00-01:40

1 stop21h 10m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 4/5

02:45-01:00

1 stop24h 45m

₹ 31,161

ChennaiGuangzhou

MAA - CAN

MAACAN

Chennai

Tue 28/4

02:00-01:40

1 stop21h 10m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 4/5

02:45-01:00

1 stop24h 45m

₹ 31,713

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - PVG

MAAPVG

Chennai

Mon 6/4

11:45-04:40

1 stop14h 25m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 14/4

05:40-17:20

1 stop14h 10m

₹ 34,470

ChennaiGuangzhou

MAA - CAN

MAACAN

Chennai

Wed 15/4

23:50-09:25

1 stop31h 05m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 26/4

10:40-22:50

1 stop14h 40m

₹ 35,206

Fastest return journey

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - PVG

MAAPVG

Chennai

Mon 20/4

15:05-04:40

1 stop11h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 25/4

05:40-13:40

1 stop10h 30m

₹ 35,390

ChennaiBeijing

MAA - PEK

MAAPEK

Chennai

Sat 18/7

10:30-23:00

1 stop34h 00m

Beijing Capital

Wed 29/7

00:05-22:00

1 stop24h 25m

₹ 50,648

ChennaiBeijing

MAA - PEK

MAAPEK

Chennai

Sat 25/4

10:30-07:15

1 stop18h 15m

Beijing Capital

Sat 2/5

08:55-09:20

1 stop26h 55m

₹ 50,924

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - SHA

MAASHA

Chennai

Wed 22/4

00:50-20:55

1 stop17h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 30/4

13:20-23:35

1 stop12h 45m

₹ 57,634

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - SHA

MAASHA

Chennai

Sat 25/4

00:50-20:55

1 stop17h 35m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sun 3/5

13:20-23:35

1 stop12h 45m

₹ 57,910

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chennai to China

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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 January, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of ₹ 33,367.

How far in advance should I book a flight to China?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to China from Chennai when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to China for around ₹ 37,933 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to China from Chennai for as low as ₹ 19,395 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Chennai to China flights?

You could potentially save up to 32% on your flight if you consider stops on a Chennai to China flight.

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Fastest flight time	10h 35m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Chennai to China takes 10h 35m

There are no direct flights from Chennai to China. There are no popular flight routes from Chennai to China.

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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 10 as of March 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 ₹ 13,963	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 43 reviews	Search Thai Lion Air flights
Scoot	PriceFrom ₹ 17,629	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 320 reviews	Search Scoot flights
IndiGo	PriceFrom ₹ 21,575	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 542 reviews	Search IndiGo flights
US-Bangla Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 29,984	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0 0 reviews	Search US-Bangla Airlines flights
AirAsia	PriceFrom ₹ 31,413	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 229 reviews	Search AirAsia flights
SriLankan Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 34,979	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 80 reviews	Search SriLankan Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom ₹ 35,776	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,203 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 42,172	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,475 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Thai Airways	PriceFrom ₹ 45,867	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 392 reviews	Search Thai Airways flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom ₹ 50,246	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 294 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights

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Can I find flights from Chennai to China with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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