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$841+ 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 12/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— MAA
9 Jun — 16 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Chennai in 2026

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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 10 May 2026.

Thu 4/606:10
AKL
-
MAA
2 stops33h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/621:15
MAA
-
AKL
2 stops19h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,488
Mon 14/920:35
AKL
-
MAA
2 stops42h 45m
SriLankan Airlines
Thu 15/1009:55
MAA
-
AKL
2 stops30h 45m
SriLankan Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,505
Mon 3/806:15
AKL
-
MAA
2 stops23h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 16/823:50
MAA
-
AKL
2 stops23h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/5$1,537
Fri 5/608:20
AKL
-
MAA
2 stops31h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 12/621:15
MAA
-
AKL
2 stops19h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$1,538
Tue 14/706:10
AKL
-
MAA
2 stops44h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 28/821:15
MAA
-
AKL
2 stops19h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,545
Thu 16/706:10
AKL
-
MAA
2 stops39h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/921:15
MAA
-
AKL
2 stops19h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,548
Fri 5/606:10
AKL
-
MAA
2 stops33h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 26/621:15
MAA
-
AKL
2 stops19h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/5$1,550
Tue 2/606:10
AKL
-
MAA
2 stops39h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 20/621:15
MAA
-
AKL
2 stops20h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$1,555
Fri 10/706:10
AKL
-
MAA
2 stops33h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 28/821:15
MAA
-
AKL
2 stops19h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5$1,563
Fri 10/720:35
AKL
-
MAA
2 stops54h 05m
SriLankan Airlines
Sat 29/816:00
MAA
-
AKL
2 stops49h 40m
SriLankan Airlines
Deal found 6/5$1,568

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Find the latest flights to Chennai in 2026, 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 10 May 2026.

Return from

$1,537

One-way from

$778

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,651
3/8-16/8
  • 3/8-16/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 46h 15m total
  • Auckland to Chennai
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12/7
  • 12/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 40m total
  • Auckland to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($331 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($62 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Mon 24/8

06:00-23:55

2 stops24h 25m

Chennai

Tue 25/8

03:10-22:55

2 stops37h 15m

$1,883

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Wed 8/7

06:10-10:45

2 stops35h 05m

Chennai

Mon 27/7

11:45-22:50

1 stop28h 35m

$1,969

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Tue 15/9

13:40-14:55

2 stops31h 45m

Chennai

Fri 16/10

23:50-17:10

3 stops33h 50m

$2,103
Fastest return journey

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Thu 2/7

06:00-21:25

2 stops21h 55m

Chennai

Tue 21/7

14:35-22:55

2 stops25h 50m

$2,106

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Fri 25/9

15:30-08:50

3 stops47h 50m

Chennai

Sun 11/10

23:50-12:15

3 stops28h 55m

$2,110

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Tue 2/6

13:25-23:35

1 stop40h 40m

Chennai

Tue 9/6

14:35-16:50

2 stops19h 45m

$2,116
Cheapest one-way

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Sun 12/7

15:40-22:50

2 stops37h 40m

$841

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Tue 19/5

06:00-20:35

2 stops21h 05m

$890
Fastest single journey

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Wed 10/6

13:00-22:50

1 stop16h 20m

$964

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Fri 15/5

06:00-08:15

2 stops32h 45m

$1,002

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Deals found on 10/5

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

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

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 10 May 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines serving India, such as Singapore Airlines,Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
640 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,034 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
307 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,957 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

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, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Chennai.

  • 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 (18 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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