How long does it take to fly to Chennai?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in China you fly out of and what airport in Chennai you fly into. For example, flying from Shanghai to Chennai takes 15h 15m on average. On the other hand, flying from Beijing to Chennai takes 19h 15m 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.

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

Air India, Scoot, and Cathay Pacific are the most popular carriers operating from China to Chennai

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

Prices for flights from China to Chennai Airport are updated daily.

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

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 China to Chennai Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chennai Airport 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 Chennai Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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00:30 - 22:50

NKG

MAA

24h 50m1 stop

23:55 - 23:30

MAA

NKG

21h 05m1 stop

₹ 34,379Scoot

Thu, 29 Jan - Fri, 6 Feb

00:30 - 22:50

NKG

MAA

24h 50m1 stop

23:55 - 23:30

MAA

NKG

21h 05m1 stop

₹ 35,194Scoot

Thu, 29 Jan - Fri, 6 Feb

00:30 - 22:50

NKG

MAA

24h 50m1 stop

06:55 - 11:30

MAA

NKG

26h 05m2 stops

₹ 38,270Multiple Airlines

Thu, 29 Jan - Fri, 6 Feb

00:30 - 22:50

NKG

MAA

24h 50m1 stop

06:25 - 19:20

MAA

NKG

34h 25m2 stops

₹ 40,170Multiple Airlines

Thu, 29 Jan - Fri, 6 Feb

00:30 - 22:50

NKG

MAA

24h 50m1 stop

23:55 - 10:40

MAA

NKG

32h 15m3 stops

₹ 40,622Multiple Airlines

Thu, 29 Jan - Fri, 6 Feb

13:35 - 00:35

SHA

MAA

13h 30m1 stop

02:00 - 15:20

MAA

SHA

10h 50m1 stop

₹ 48,674Cathay Pacific

Fri, 30 Jan - Thu, 5 Feb

14:15 - 00:35

NKG

MAA

12h 50m1 stop

02:00 - 21:50

MAA

NKG

17h 20m1 stop

₹ 49,307Cathay Pacific

Thu, 12 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar

15:00 - 20:10

PVG

MAA

31h 40m1 stop

16:35 - 13:00

MAA

PVG

17h 55m1 stop

₹ 63,511Etihad Airways

Mon, 30 Mar - Wed, 1 Apr

15:00 - 08:30

PVG

MAA

20h 00m1 stop

21:55 - 13:00

MAA

PVG

36h 35m1 stop

₹ 68,397Etihad Airways

Tue, 21 Apr - Fri, 24 Apr

00:05 - 22:00

PEK

MAA

24h 25m1 stop

23:15 - 14:40

MAA

PEK

12h 55m1 stop

₹ 69,935Singapore Airlines

Sun, 26 Apr - Tue, 28 Apr

Etihad Airways flights from China to Chennai

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Etihad Airways

30 Mar

PVG15:00Shanghai Pu Dong

31h 40m

1 stop

MAA20:10Chennai

1 Apr

MAA16:35Chennai

17h 55m

1 stop

PVG13:00Shanghai Pu Dong

₹ 63,511

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Etihad Airways

21 Apr

PVG15:00Shanghai Pu Dong

20h 00m

1 stop

MAA08:30Chennai

24 Apr

MAA21:55Chennai

36h 35m

1 stop

PVG13:00Shanghai Pu Dong

₹ 68,397

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Etihad Airways

12 Mar

NKG09:30Nanjing Lukou Intl

31h 40m

2 stops

MAA14:40Chennai

16 Mar

MAA10:00Chennai

34h 25m

2 stops

NKG22:55Nanjing Lukou Intl

₹ 155,612

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Turkish Airlines flights from China to Chennai

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Turkish Airlines

26 Apr

PEK00:10Beijing Capital

36h 30m

2 stops

MAA10:10Chennai

28 Apr

MAA21:05Chennai

40h 00m

2 stops

PEK15:35Beijing Capital

₹ 179,677

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Turkish Airlines

26 Apr

PEK00:10Beijing Capital

38h 35m

2 stops

MAA12:15Chennai

28 Apr

MAA20:10Chennai

40h 55m

2 stops

PEK15:35Beijing Capital

₹ 179,768

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Turkish Airlines

13 May

PEK00:10Beijing Capital

41h 25m

2 stops

MAA15:05Chennai

18 May

MAA20:10Chennai

40h 55m

2 stops

PEK15:35Beijing Capital

₹ 180,039

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NanjingChennai

NKG - MAA

NKGMAA

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 29/1

00:30-22:50

1 stop24h 50m

Chennai

Fri 6/2

23:55-23:30

1 stop21h 05m

₹ 34,379

NanjingChennai

NKG - MAA

NKGMAA

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 29/1

00:30-22:50

1 stop24h 50m

Chennai

Fri 6/2

23:55-23:30

1 stop21h 05m

₹ 35,194

NanjingChennai

NKG - MAA

NKGMAA

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 29/1

00:30-22:50

1 stop24h 50m

Chennai

Fri 6/2

06:55-11:30

2 stops26h 05m

₹ 38,270

NanjingChennai

NKG - MAA

NKGMAA

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 29/1

00:30-22:50

1 stop24h 50m

Chennai

Fri 6/2

06:25-19:20

2 stops34h 25m

₹ 40,170

NanjingChennai

NKG - MAA

NKGMAA

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 29/1

00:30-22:50

1 stop24h 50m

Chennai

Fri 6/2

23:55-10:40

3 stops32h 15m

₹ 40,622

ShanghaiChennai

SHA - MAA

SHAMAA

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 30/1

13:35-00:35

1 stop13h 30m

Chennai

Thu 5/2

02:00-15:20

1 stop10h 50m

₹ 48,674

NanjingChennai

NKG - MAA

NKGMAA

Nanjing Lukou Intl

Thu 12/3

14:15-00:35

1 stop12h 50m

Chennai

Sun 15/3

02:00-21:50

1 stop17h 20m

₹ 49,307

ShanghaiChennai

PVG - MAA

PVGMAA

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 30/3

15:00-20:10

1 stop31h 40m

Chennai

Wed 1/4

16:35-13:00

1 stop17h 55m

₹ 63,511

ShanghaiChennai

PVG - MAA

PVGMAA

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 21/4

15:00-08:30

1 stop20h 00m

Chennai

Fri 24/4

21:55-13:00

1 stop36h 35m

₹ 68,397

BeijingChennai

PEK - MAA

PEKMAA

Beijing Capital

Sun 26/4

00:05-22:00

1 stop24h 25m

Chennai

Tue 28/4

23:15-14:40

1 stop12h 55m

₹ 69,935

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from China to Chennai Airport?
Prices for flights from China to Chennai Airport are updated daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from China to Chennai Airport?
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 China to Chennai Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chennai Airport 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 Chennai Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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