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.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

Currently, the cheapest month for flights to Chennai is February . The most expensive month for flights is December . The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

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, Qantas Airways 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 $249, while return flights cost around $178.

Where does the fastest flight to Chennai depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Chennai, Wellington offers the quickest one-way flight (24 hours 20 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).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Chennai?

The most popular airlines flying from Auckland to Chennai are Singapore Airlines, Malaysia Airlines and Qantas Airways.

How long is the flight to Chennai?

On average, a flight from Auckland to Chennai takes 24 hours 25 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.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Chennai?

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

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.

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).

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Tue 18/1106:10AKL - MAA

2 stops24h 10mMultiple Airlines

Tue 25/1123:50MAA - AKL

2 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 21/10$1,600

Fri 5/1206:00AKL - MAA

3 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines

Fri 12/1208:05MAA - AKL

3 stops23h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 21/10$1,760

Wed 19/1106:00AKL - MAA

2 stops25h 40mQantas Airways

Wed 26/1106:25MAA - AKL

2 stops24h 10mQantas Airways

Deal found 22/10$1,770

Sat 15/1106:00AKL - MAA

2 stops25h 40mQantas Airways

Sun 7/1206:25MAA - AKL

2 stops34h 50mQantas Airways

Deal found 22/10$1,774

Sat 6/1221:50AKL - MAA

2 stops24h 50mMultiple Airlines

Sat 13/1206:55MAA - AKL

2 stops28h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 22/10$1,805

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Tue 18/1106:10AKL - MAA

2 stops24h 10mMultiple Airlines

Tue 25/1123:50MAA - AKL

2 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 21/10$1,600

Wed 19/1107:35AKL - MAA

2 stops44h 05mEmirates

Tue 25/1103:50MAA - AKL

1 stop23h 55mEmirates

Deal found 22/10$2,144

Fri 5/1206:00AKL - MAA

3 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines

Fri 12/1208:05MAA - AKL

3 stops23h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 21/10$1,760

Sat 6/1208:05AKL - MAA

3 stops30h 50mMultiple Airlines

Sat 13/1208:05MAA - AKL

3 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 22/10$1,979

Sat 15/1119:15AKL - MAA

2 stops36h 50mMultiple Airlines

Sat 6/1202:00MAA - AKL

1 stop27h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 22/10$2,056

Wed 19/1113:45AKL - MAA

1 stop16h 50mMultiple Airlines

Wed 26/1105:30MAA - AKL

1 stop24h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 22/10$2,230

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Sat 15/1106:00AKL - MAA

2 stops25h 40mQantas Airways

Sun 7/1206:25MAA - AKL

2 stops34h 50mQantas Airways

Deal found 22/10$1,774

Sat 15/1119:15AKL - MAA

2 stops36h 50mMultiple Airlines

Sat 6/1202:00MAA - AKL

1 stop27h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 22/10$2,056

Tue 18/1106:10AKL - MAA

2 stops24h 10mMultiple Airlines

Tue 25/1123:50MAA - AKL

2 stops29h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 21/10$1,600

Wed 19/1106:00AKL - MAA

2 stops25h 40mQantas Airways

Wed 26/1106:25MAA - AKL

2 stops24h 10mQantas Airways

Deal found 22/10$1,770

One-way flights to Chennai
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Thu 22/106:15AKL - MAA

2 stops32h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 21/10$616

Thu 22/113:45AKL - MAA

1 stop16h 50mMalaysia Airlines

Deal found 21/10$813

Sun 7/1212:45AKL - MAA

3 stops41h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 22/10$853

Tue 2/1206:10AKL - MAA

2 stops24h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 22/10$1,171

Tue 2/1213:45AKL - MAA

1 stop28h 30mMalaysia Airlines

Deal found 22/10$1,474

Sat 3/116:25AKL - MAA

2 stops39h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 21/10$1,535

Fri 5/1206:00AKL - MAA

2 stops26h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 21/10$1,568

Flights to Chennai in 2025

Return from	$1,490
One-way from	$1,535
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	August
Average price	$1,794

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46h 25m total
Auckland to Chennai

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AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Tue 18/11

06:10-22:50

2 stops24h 10m

Chennai

Tue 25/11

23:50-12:20

2 stops29h 00m

$1,600

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Fri 5/12

06:00-07:25

3 stops32h 55m

Chennai

Fri 12/12

08:05-14:45

3 stops23h 10m

$1,760

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Sat 6/12

08:05-07:25

3 stops30h 50m

Chennai

Sat 13/12

08:05-18:20

3 stops26h 45m

$1,979

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Sat 15/11

19:15-00:35

2 stops36h 50m

Chennai

Sat 6/12

02:00-13:25

1 stop27h 55m

$2,056

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Wed 19/11

07:35-20:10

2 stops44h 05m

Chennai

Tue 25/11

03:50-11:15

1 stop23h 55m

$2,144

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Wed 19/11

13:45-23:05

1 stop16h 50m

Chennai

Wed 26/11

05:30-13:25

1 stop24h 25m

$2,230

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Thu 22/1

06:15-07:25

2 stops32h 40m

$616

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Sun 7/12

12:45-22:50

3 stops41h 35m

$853

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/12

06:10-22:50

2 stops24h 10m

$1,171

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/12

13:45-10:45

1 stop28h 30m

$1,474

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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 20 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Chennai?

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.

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Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,384 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,384 reviews

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Very Good

1,384 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

517 reviews

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8.1

Very Good

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

922 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,384 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.

Malaysia Airlines

7.3

Good

278 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,384 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.

SriLankan Airlines

6.9

Okay

76 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,384 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.

FAQs about flying to Chennai

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, Qantas Airways 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 $249, while return flights cost around $178.
Where does the fastest flight to Chennai depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Chennai, Wellington offers the quickest one-way flight (24 hours 20 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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