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 August . 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 $67, while return flights cost around $191.

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 (22 hours 55 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).

$690+ Flights to Chennai, India

Flights to Chennai in 2025

Return from	$1,308
One-way from	$690
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	August
Average price	$1,826

28/8-22/9
6 total stops
72h 20m total
Auckland to Chennai

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26/7
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16h 20m total
Auckland to Chennai

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Thu 28/806:15AKL - MAA

3 stops36h 25mMultiple Airlines

Mon 22/900:05MAA - AKL

3 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 19/6$1,308

Mon 4/800:25AKL - MAA

1 stop28h 55mMalaysia Airlines

Tue 12/823:55MAA - AKL

1 stop29h 00mMalaysia Airlines

Deal found 21/6$1,517

Tue 5/810:00AKL - MAA

1 stop18h 30mAir New Zealand

Tue 12/810:30MAA - AKL

1 stop29h 10mAir New Zealand

Deal found 21/6$1,544

Mon 4/806:00AKL - MAA

2 stops30h 35mQantas Airways

Mon 11/812:15MAA - AKL

2 stops23h 15mQantas Airways

Deal found 19/6$1,559

Mon 4/814:10AKL - MAA

1 stop25h 40mSingapore Airlines

Mon 11/823:15MAA - AKL

1 stop16h 25mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 20/6$1,604

Tue 8/710:15AKL - MAA

1 stop20h 30mCathay Pacific

Thu 31/701:30MAA - AKL

1 stop27h 40mCathay Pacific

Deal found 21/6$1,642

Fri 15/810:00AKL - MAA

1 stop31h 00mAir India

Wed 3/920:40MAA - AKL

2 stops21h 25mAir India

Deal found 19/6$1,867

Mon 15/1213:25AKL - MAA

2 stops26h 45mSriLankan Airlines

Tue 20/120:55MAA - AKL

2 stops19h 40mSriLankan Airlines

Deal found 19/6$2,297

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Thu 28/806:15AKL - MAA

3 stops36h 25mMultiple Airlines

Mon 22/900:05MAA - AKL

3 stops35h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 19/6$1,308

Mon 4/800:25AKL - MAA

1 stop28h 55mMalaysia Airlines

Tue 12/823:55MAA - AKL

1 stop29h 00mMalaysia Airlines

Deal found 21/6$1,517

Tue 5/810:00AKL - MAA

1 stop18h 30mAir New Zealand

Tue 12/810:30MAA - AKL

1 stop29h 10mAir New Zealand

Deal found 21/6$1,544

Mon 4/806:00AKL - MAA

2 stops30h 35mQantas Airways

Mon 11/812:15MAA - AKL

2 stops23h 15mQantas Airways

Deal found 19/6$1,559

Mon 4/814:10AKL - MAA

1 stop25h 40mSingapore Airlines

Mon 11/823:15MAA - AKL

1 stop16h 25mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 20/6$1,604

Tue 8/710:15AKL - MAA

1 stop20h 30mCathay Pacific

Thu 31/701:30MAA - AKL

1 stop27h 40mCathay Pacific

Deal found 21/6$1,642

Fri 15/810:00AKL - MAA

1 stop31h 00mAir India

Wed 3/920:40MAA - AKL

2 stops21h 25mAir India

Deal found 19/6$1,867

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Thu 26/613:15AKL - MAA

2 stops48h 40mOman Air

Tue 22/713:45MAA - AKL

2 stops39h 10mOman Air

Deal found 21/6$2,983

Sun 29/610:00AKL - MAA

1 stop18h 30mSingapore Airlines

Sat 26/710:30MAA - AKL

1 stop29h 10mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 19/6$3,296

Mon 30/600:25AKL - MAA

1 stop28h 55mMalaysia Airlines

Sat 26/723:55MAA - AKL

1 stop29h 00mMalaysia Airlines

Deal found 19/6$2,782

Tue 1/712:40AKL - MAA

2 stops25h 35mMultiple Airlines

Wed 23/708:15MAA - AKL

2 stops44h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 19/6$2,109

Tue 1/719:05AKL - MAA

2 stops35h 20mQantas Airways

Sat 26/714:25MAA - AKL

2 stops50h 05mQantas Airways

Deal found 19/6$2,258

Tue 1/710:15AKL - MAA

1 stop20h 30mCathay Pacific

Tue 22/701:30MAA - AKL

1 stop27h 40mCathay Pacific

Deal found 19/6$2,834

Sun 6/707:30AKL - MAA

2 stops37h 55mMultiple Airlines

Mon 28/721:15MAA - AKL

2 stops19h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 21/6$1,542

Mon 7/706:00AKL - MAA

2 stops21h 35mQantas Airways

Tue 29/722:00MAA - AKL

2 stops42h 30mQantas Airways

Deal found 21/6$1,704

Mon 7/706:35AKL - MAA

2 stops21h 55mSingapore Airlines

Sun 27/723:15MAA - AKL

1 stop16h 25mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 21/6$2,580

Tue 8/710:15AKL - MAA

1 stop20h 30mCathay Pacific

Thu 31/701:30MAA - AKL

1 stop27h 40mCathay Pacific

Deal found 21/6$1,642

Wed 9/713:00AKL - MAA

1 stop28h 15mMalaysia Airlines

Sun 27/723:55MAA - AKL

1 stop16h 25mMalaysia Airlines

Deal found 21/6$2,175

Wed 9/715:15AKL - MAA

2 stops47h 20mEmirates

Sat 26/722:00MAA - AKL

1 stop29h 20mEmirates

Deal found 21/6$2,622

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Sat 26/713:00AKL - MAA

1 stop16h 20mMalaysia Airlines

Deal found 18/6$690

Wed 2/707:30AKL - MAA

2 stops22h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 21/6$966

Wed 25/606:15AKL - MAA

2 stops24h 10mQantas Airways

Deal found 20/6$1,659

Tue 1/700:25AKL - MAA

2 stops37h 30mOman Air

Deal found 21/6$1,716

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AKL - MAA

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Auckland Intl

Thu 28/8

06:15-12:10

3 stops36h 25m

Chennai

Mon 22/9

00:05-18:30

3 stops35h 55m

$1,308

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Mon 4/8

00:25-22:50

1 stop28h 55m

Chennai

Tue 12/8

23:55-11:25

1 stop29h 00m

$1,517

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Tue 5/8

10:00-22:00

1 stop18h 30m

Chennai

Tue 12/8

10:30-22:10

1 stop29h 10m

$1,544

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Mon 4/8

06:00-06:05

2 stops30h 35m

Chennai

Mon 11/8

12:15-18:00

2 stops23h 15m

$1,559

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Mon 4/8

14:10-09:20

1 stop25h 40m

Chennai

Mon 11/8

23:15-22:10

1 stop16h 25m

$1,604

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Tue 8/7

10:15-00:15

1 stop20h 30m

Chennai

Thu 31/7

01:30-11:40

1 stop27h 40m

$1,642

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Wed 9/7

15:15-08:05

2 stops47h 20m

Chennai

Sat 26/7

22:00-09:50

1 stop29h 20m

$2,622

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Mon 4/8

00:25-07:25

2 stops37h 30m

Chennai

Tue 12/8

13:45-11:25

2 stops39h 10m

$2,833

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Fri 18/7

10:15-00:15

1 stop20h 30m

$763

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Thu 17/7

00:25-10:45

1 stop16h 50m

$1,080

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

How long is the flight to Chennai?

On average, a flight from Auckland to Chennai takes 22 hours 55 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.

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.

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.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Chennai?

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

Rainfall in Chennai by month

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.

Temperature in Chennai 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

Read through reviews of airlines servicing Chennai, such as Singapore Airlines, Air New Zealand and Cathay Pacific. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,314 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,314 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,314 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

485 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,314 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Cathay Pacific

7.6

Good

898 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,314 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

863 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,314 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6.0

Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

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 $67, while return flights cost around $191.
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 (22 hours 55 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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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 20 June 2025.

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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.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Chennai?

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Rainfall in Chennai by month

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Temperature in Chennai by month

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Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Read through reviews of airlines servicing Chennai, such as Singapore Airlines, Air New Zealand and Cathay Pacific. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

FAQs about flying to Chennai

What airport do you fly into for flights to Chennai?

Can I find cheaper flights to Chennai if I am willing to have stopovers?

What is the best airline to fly to Chennai?

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Chennai?

Where does the fastest flight to Chennai depart from?

Does Chennai have rental cars?

Are there hotels close to Chennai?

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