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$659+ 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 22/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— MAA
11 Jan — 18 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Chennai in 2025

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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 12 December 2025.

Mon 15/1206:15AKL - MAA
2 stops24h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/108:05MAA - AKL
3 stops29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$2,468
Tue 23/1206:50AKL - MAA
2 stops24h 50mQantas Airways
Mon 19/114:35MAA - AKL
2 stops24h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/12$2,578
Tue 23/1206:50AKL - MAA
2 stops24h 50mQantas Airways
Sun 18/114:35MAA - AKL
2 stops24h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/12$2,602
Mon 22/1215:05AKL - MAA
3 stops41h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/123:55MAA - AKL
2 stops22h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$2,829
Tue 23/1222:10AKL - MAA
2 stops32h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 18/123:45MAA - AKL
3 stops46h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$2,915
Mon 15/1219:15AKL - MAA
2 stops36h 25mQantas Airways
Sat 31/114:35MAA - AKL
2 stops50h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/12$2,924
Fri 19/1222:20AKL - MAA
2 stops34h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/123:45MAA - AKL
3 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$2,998
Fri 19/1207:35AKL - MAA
2 stops24h 05mQantas Airways
Sat 17/114:35MAA - AKL
2 stops21h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/12$3,048
Sat 27/1206:10AKL - MAA
2 stops25h 30mQantas Airways
Sat 17/114:35MAA - AKL
2 stops50h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/12$3,103

Find flight deals to Chennai

Find the latest flights to Chennai in 2025, 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 12 December 2025.

Return from

$1,559

One-way from

$659

Popular in

December

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February

Average price

$2,385
Malaysia Airlines
  • Malaysia Airlines
  • 14/3-18/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 50m total
  • Auckland to Chennai
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22/1
  • 22/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 00m total
  • Auckland to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($302 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($52 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in December 2025
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Auckland

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Sat 14/3

01:40-10:45

1 stop16h 35m

Chennai

Wed 18/3

11:45-12:30

1 stop17h 15m

$1,558

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Mon 2/3

06:00-19:40

2 stops21h 10m

Chennai

Mon 23/3

13:15-23:00

2 stops26h 15m

$1,587

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Sat 24/1

06:15-07:25

2 stops32h 40m

Chennai

Sat 31/1

08:05-18:20

3 stops26h 45m

$1,649

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Mon 2/3

06:00-23:05

2 stops48h 35m

Chennai

Mon 23/3

11:45-12:30

1 stop17h 15m

$1,668

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Sun 15/3

06:45-23:35

2 stops24h 20m

Chennai

Wed 18/3

07:10-19:45

2 stops29h 05m

$1,690

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Sat 24/1

06:50-00:10

2 stops24h 50m

Chennai

Sat 31/1

14:35-00:45

2 stops50h 40m

$1,814

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Thu 22/1

22:00-10:30

2 stops44h 00m

$659

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Wed 21/1

06:15-07:25

2 stops32h 40m

$685

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Fri 23/1

12:45-07:25

2 stops26h 10m

$685

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Tue 20/1

15:50-07:25

2 stops23h 05m

$687

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Best time to book a flight to Chennai

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Chennai

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 5 December 2025.

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 30 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?

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.

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 12 December 2025.
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
8.1
Very Good
1,412 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

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.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,412 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,412 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

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
552 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,412 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
947 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,412 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

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
282 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,412 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

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
1,412 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

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 $110, while return flights cost around $176.

  • How much is a return flight to Chennai?

    A return flight to Chennai will typically cost around $186, however they can be found for as little as $176.

  • 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 (22 hours 30 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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