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$795+ Cheap flights to Chennai

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Locate flights to Chennai that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches and data was last updated on 17 December 2024.

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AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Sun 9/2

06:40-22:05

2 stops22h 55m

Chennai

Sat 8/3

11:15-17:50

2 stops23h 05m

$1,610

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Sat 24/5

06:15-07:40

3 stops31h 55m

Chennai

Sat 21/6

08:15-05:30

3 stops38h 45m

$1,622

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Sat 24/5

16:10-09:20

2 stops23h 40m

Chennai

Sat 21/6

10:30-22:10

1 stop29h 10m

$1,722

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Sat 8/2

13:50-23:05

1 stop16h 45m

Chennai

Fri 7/3

00:20-23:55

1 stop16h 05m

$1,724

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Tue 11/2

10:10-00:35

1 stop21h 55m

Chennai

Sat 8/3

01:50-13:25

1 stop28h 05m

$1,828

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Mon 10/2

15:35-02:15

2 stops42h 10m

Chennai

Sun 9/3

03:45-14:05

2 stops26h 50m

$2,053

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Tue 11/2

16:20-14:55

2 stops30h 05m

Chennai

Sat 8/3

03:50-00:40

2 stops37h 20m

$2,136

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Sun 9/2

14:40-02:25

1 stop43h 15m

Chennai

Thu 6/3

03:30-03:55

1 stop40h 55m

$2,491

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Tue 11/2

13:15-05:35

3 stops47h 50m

Chennai

Tue 11/3

07:35-14:05

3 stops47h 00m

$2,905

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Tue 21/1

00:55-22:10

1 stop28h 45m

Chennai

Fri 31/1

23:25-23:35

1 stop16h 40m

$3,008

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Flights to Chennai in 2024

Find the latest flights to Chennai in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 134,765 searches and data was last updated on 17 December 2024.

Return from

$1,610

One-way from

$1,177

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$2,617
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 9/2-8/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 46h 00m total
  • Auckland to Chennai
31/1
  • 31/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 55m total
  • Auckland to Chennai
High demand for flights, 14% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for return flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Chennai. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 17 December 2024.

Fri 20/1214:40AKL - MAA
1 stop43h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/123:50MAA - AKL
3 stops22h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/12$3,768
Mon 16/1220:00AKL - MAA
2 stops50h 25mEtihad Airways
Tue 24/1221:30MAA - AKL
2 stops43h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 16/12$3,862
Fri 20/1215:35AKL - MAA
2 stops42h 10mEmirates
Sat 11/103:45MAA - AKL
2 stops27h 40mEmirates
Deal found 15/12$3,941
Mon 16/1220:45AKL - MAA
2 stops32h 55mAir New Zealand
Tue 24/1210:00MAA - AKL
1 stop19h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/12$4,094

Best time to book a flight to Chennai

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Travel insights for flights to Chennai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights to Chennai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

When is the best time to book a flight to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Auckland to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

The price you pay for your flight to Chennai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 65 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Chennai?

On average, a flight from Auckland to Chennai takes 24 hours 0 minutes. Flights to Chennai from other popular cities in New Zealand will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Auckland to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Chennai should consider flying on Monday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Sunday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Chennai?

The cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Chennai are SriLankan Airlines, Qantas Airways and Cathay Pacific.

Rainfall in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chennai ranges from 10.0 - 330.0 mm per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 330.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Chennai when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chennai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 33.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 25.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chennai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chennai. Reviews last updated 17 December 2024.
8.1
Very Good
3,411 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

8.1
Very Good
3,411 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,411 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

8.1
Very Good
1,329 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,411 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

8.0
Very Good
497 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,411 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

7.5
Good
844 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,411 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

7.5
Good
3,795 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,411 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chennai?

    Booking a flight to Chennai (MAA) is your only option if you intend on flying to Chennai. It is only a 16.5 km journey from Chennai to Chennai’s city centre.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Chennai if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Chennai on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Chennai?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Chennai.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Chennai?

    Chennai is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Chennai. One-way flights to Chennai typically cost $77, while return flights cost around $138.

  • How much is a return flight to Chennai?

    A return flight to Chennai will typically cost around $83, however they can be found for as little as $80.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Chennai depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Chennai, Auckland Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (24 hours 0 minutes).

  • Does Chennai have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Chennai can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Chennai?

    Yes. Chennai has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Laurent & Benon Premium Service Apartment - Gst Road is the closest property to Chennai (0.0 km away from Chennai).

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