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WAS — MAA
23 Mar — 30 Mar1
1 adult
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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 129,216 searches and data was last updated on 19 March 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,930

Return from

$1,485
High demand for flights, 14% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for return flights in March 2024
From Auckland Intl to Chennai

Average price of flights to Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Chennai is currently $0 while a return flight costs $0. Price data was last updated on 17 March 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Chennai (average of $961). Flying to Chennai in December will prove the most costly (average of $1,492). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$1,847

February

$1,588

March

$1,721

April

$1,841

May

$1,578

June

$1,797

July

$1,774

August

$1,637

September

$1,870

October

$1,644

November

$1,670

December

$2,450

Temperature and rainfall in Chennai by month

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

MAA

Temperature

25 - 33 °C

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).

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 28 January 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 53 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 10 March 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Chennai should consider flying on Thursday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.
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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 19 March 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines servicing Chennai, such as Singapore Airlines, Malaysia Airlines and Emirates. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very Good
1,520 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

8.3
Very Good
1,520 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,520 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

8.3
Very Good
695 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,520 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

8.1
Very Good
4,215 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,520 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

7.8
Good
1,262 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,520 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

7.5
Good
433 reviews
8.3
Very Good
1,520 reviews

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

  • How long is the flight to Chennai?

    The amount of travel time you should expect to Chennai Airport (MAA), Chennai, is going to vary based on which city in New Zealand you depart from. As one example, if you are travelling from Christchurch (CHC), you should expect a travel time of around 28h 30min. Conversely, if you plan on departing from Auckland Intl (AKL), your travel time will be around 25h 10min, and if you leave from Wellington (WLG), you should expect times of about 38h.

  • Are there nonstop flights to Chennai?

    While at first it may seem discouraging that there are not any direct flights from any cities in New Zealand to Chennai, India, that does not mean that there are not some great Chennai flight deals that can get you there rather quickly. Two examples of this are the two-stop flight from Auckland that has layovers at Singapore Changi (SIN) and Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) and the two-stop flight from Christchurch that has layovers at the same airports. Another example is the three-stop flight from Wellington that has layovers at Auckland, Dubai Intl (DXB) and New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL).

  • How do you get from Chennai airport(s) to the city centre?

    Because the trip from the airport to the centre of town is rather short, there are a number of transportation options to get you there rather quickly and conveniently. There is train service aboard Indian Railways that can take you from the airport to the centre of town in around 30min for a fare of around 74 INR (1.50 NZD). You can also board the Chennai Metro Rail Limited Corridor-1 line, which makes the trip to the centre of town in around 37min for a price of around 74 INR (1.50 NZD). Another option is to take one of the many taxis you'll find at the airport into the centre of the city in about 20min for a cost of around 595 INR (11.50 NZD).

  • What are some things to do in Chennai?

    A really popular destination for visitors in this seaside town is Marina Beach, which is a long and wide beach that also offers a number of food stalls to sample. If you have an interest in seeing some of the artwork that is representative of this country and this culture, then make the trip to the Government Museum. If experiencing an open green space is your idea of a good time, then stop in at Guindy National Park, which not only hosts an impressive collection of animals but also offers a playground for the kids. If you would like to see larger animals in a more natural setting, then make the drive southwest of the city to Arignar Anna Zoological Park.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly to Chennai?

    In order for citizens of New Zealand to travel to India, they will need a valid passport that has their name on the passport. In addition to the passport, they will also need a visa to enter the country. The cost for the visa is around 150 NZD and the government of India suggests that you apply for the visa at least four days before your trip date. You can apply for and get e-visas through the website of the government of India.

  • What does MAA mean?

    This is defined as Chennai Airport (MAA). Codes like MAA are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • 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.

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