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Cheap flights from Auckland to Chennai from $485

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 20/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — MAA
21 Jan — 28 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Auckland Intl to Chennai are usually found in August or February, booked 20 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) to Chennai (MAA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 16 January 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,486

One-way from

$485

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$2,269
15/2-28/2
  • 15/2-28/2
  • 6 total stops
  • 70h 30m total
  • Auckland to Chennai
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20/2
  • 20/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 40m total
  • Auckland to Chennai
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Cheapest flights from Auckland to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 January 2025.

Sat 15/206:20AKL - MAA
3 stops37h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/223:50MAA - AKL
3 stops33h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1$1,486
Sat 21/600:25AKL - MAA
1 stop16h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Mon 30/611:45MAA - AKL
1 stop28h 35mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 15/1$1,512
Sun 10/810:00AKL - MAA
1 stop18h 30mSingapore Airlines
Sun 7/923:15MAA - AKL
2 stops17h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 15/1$1,555
Sun 22/606:00AKL - MAA
2 stops20h 15mQantas Airways
Mon 30/608:50MAA - AKL
2 stops26h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/1$1,557
Sun 22/610:15AKL - MAA
1 stop20h 30mCathay Pacific
Sun 29/601:40MAA - AKL
1 stop27h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 15/1$1,699
Mon 27/121:05AKL - MAA
1 stop30h 35mEmirates
Mon 24/203:45MAA - AKL
1 stop24h 00mEmirates
Deal found 16/1$1,979
Thu 27/307:00AKL - MAA
2 stops39h 25mEtihad Airways
Thu 24/404:10MAA - AKL
2 stops27h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/1$2,136
Sat 9/800:25AKL - MAA
2 stops26h 15mSriLankan Airlines
Sun 7/921:15MAA - AKL
2 stops20h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 15/1$2,325
Fri 14/200:55AKL - MAA
1 stop28h 45mAir New Zealand
Fri 28/210:00MAA - AKL
1 stop15h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/1$2,797

Find flights from Auckland to Chennai within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Auckland to Chennai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 16 January 2025.

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AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Sat 21/6

00:25-10:45

1 stop16h 50m

Chennai

Mon 30/6

11:45-22:50

1 stop28h 35m

$1,512

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Sun 22/6

06:15-23:05

2 stops23h 20m

Chennai

Sun 29/6

00:05-05:30

2 stops22h 55m

$1,527

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Sun 22/6

06:00-19:45

2 stops20h 15m

Chennai

Mon 30/6

08:50-17:55

2 stops26h 35m

$1,557

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Sun 22/6

10:15-00:15

1 stop20h 30m

Chennai

Sun 29/6

01:40-11:55

1 stop27h 45m

$1,699

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Sun 22/6

10:00-09:20

1 stop29h 50m

Chennai

Mon 30/6

23:15-00:35

2 stops18h 50m

$1,805

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Thu 27/3

07:00-14:55

2 stops39h 25m

Chennai

Thu 24/4

04:10-14:15

2 stops27h 35m

$2,136

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Mon 17/2

20:55-20:10

3 stops30h 45m

Chennai

Thu 27/2

03:45-15:20

2 stops28h 05m

$2,143

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Thu 27/3

13:15-05:35

3 stops47h 50m

Chennai

Thu 24/4

05:35-14:00

3 stops49h 55m

$4,338

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Thu 20/2

20:40-22:50

2 stops33h 40m

$485

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/6

10:15-00:15

1 stop20h 30m

$818

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Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Chennai

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Travel insights for flights from Auckland to Chennai

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Auckland 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 10 January 2025.

Booking 20 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Auckland to Chennai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Auckland to Chennai?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Chennai (average of $950). Flying from Auckland to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,532). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AKL to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland to Chennai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 January 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Auckland to Chennai in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 11% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Auckland 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.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Auckland to Chennai flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 inches 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 16 January 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Malaysia Airlines and Qantas Airways from Auckland to Chennai by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,350 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,350 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,350 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,327 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,350 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
485 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,350 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
823 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,350 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,752 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,350 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The cabin crew were as always friendly and helpful. Couldn't ask for more. Although the flight in business was under occupied there were a couple of things not available!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Auckland to Chennai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Chennai round-trip?

    According to our current data, Qantas Airways ($1,598), Cathay Pacific ($1,828), and Singapore Airlines ($1,927) offers the cheapest pricing from Auckland to Chennai. You may be able to fly from Auckland to Chennai for 18% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Auckland to Chennai one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $900 on Singapore Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Malaysia Airlines from $1,005 and SriLankan Airlines from $1,258 one-way.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Auckland to Chennai?

    Auckland to Chennai flights have a stopover in Singapore most often.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Auckland to Chennai flights?

    Flights departing from Auckland and landing in Chennai stopover in Kuala Lumpur least frequently.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Auckland to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Auckland to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Auckland to Chennai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Auckland to Chennai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Auckland to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland to Chennai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Auckland to Chennai?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Chennai (average of $950). Flying from Auckland to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,532). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,374Average$1,673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,427Average$1,690FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,480Average$2,007FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,559Average$1,937FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,561Average$2,082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,586Average$2,259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Oman AirCheapest$1,752Average$2,462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,070Average$2,461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$2,851Average$3,110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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