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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Chennai from $719

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 11/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — MAA
2 Dec — 9 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 November 2025.

Mon 10/1116:00WLG - MAA
2 stops59h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/1120:55MAA - WLG
2 stops19h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/11$1,610
Sat 15/1113:25AKL - MAA
2 stops26h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Sun 7/1209:45MAA - AKL
2 stops30h 50mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 1/11$1,667
Sun 2/1105:05WLG - MAA
2 stops25h 26mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/1122:30MAA - WLG
2 stops41h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/10$1,882
Tue 11/1116:00WLG - MAA
2 stops47h 20mQantas Airways
Fri 28/1111:15MAA - WLG
2 stops29h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 31/10$1,899
Wed 12/1106:05WLG - MAA
2 stops25h 35mQantas Airways
Wed 26/1106:25MAA - WLG
2 stops24h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 31/10$1,913
Sun 16/1106:05WLG - MAA
2 stops25h 35mQantas Airways
Wed 26/1114:35MAA - WLG
2 stops39h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 31/10$1,927
Fri 14/1106:05WLG - MAA
2 stops25h 35mQantas Airways
Tue 2/1206:25MAA - WLG
2 stops33h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 31/10$1,943
Thu 13/1106:05WLG - MAA
2 stops25h 35mQantas Airways
Sat 29/1106:25MAA - WLG
2 stops24h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 31/10$1,952
Sat 15/1106:05WLG - MAA
2 stops25h 35mQantas Airways
Sat 29/1106:25MAA - WLG
2 stops24h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 31/10$1,964
Fri 14/1106:05WLG - MAA
2 stops25h 35mQantas Airways
Sat 29/1106:25MAA - WLG
2 stops24h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 31/10$1,982
Sat 15/1119:15AKL - MAA
2 stops36h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1202:00MAA - AKL
1 stop21h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/11$2,058
Mon 15/1220:45AKL - MAA
3 stops45h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/1217:45MAA - AKL
3 stops41h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/10$2,203

Cheap flight deals from New Zealand to Chennai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Zealand to Chennai flight deals. Data was last updated 2 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,466

One-way from

$719

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,920
SriLankan Airlines
  • SriLankan Airlines
  • 9/3-13/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 57h 40m total
  • New Zealand to Chennai
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11/4
  • 11/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 15m total
  • New Zealand to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($634 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($106 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New Zealand to Chennai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 2 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Zealand to Chennai that are best for you.

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Departure

Return

Price

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Mon 9/3

13:25-19:55

2 stops38h 00m

Chennai

Fri 13/3

15:55-00:05

2 stops24h 40m

$1,466

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Sun 1/3

01:15-22:10

1 stop28h 25m

Chennai

Mon 23/3

09:50-14:15

2 stops20h 55m

$1,512

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Mon 2/3

06:45-19:40

2 stops20h 25m

Chennai

Mon 23/3

13:15-18:15

2 stops21h 30m

$1,603

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Mon 9/3

15:15-08:45

1 stop25h 00m

Chennai

Fri 13/3

09:50-13:25

1 stop20h 05m

$1,685

WellingtonChennai

WLG - MAA

WLGMAA

Wellington

Thu 12/3

06:05-00:10

2 stops25h 35m

Chennai

Mon 16/3

06:25-23:50

2 stops33h 55m

$1,781

WellingtonChennai

WLG - MAA

WLGMAA

Wellington

Wed 12/11

06:05-00:10

2 stops25h 35m

Chennai

Sun 30/11

14:35-23:50

2 stops49h 45m

$1,913

WellingtonChennai

WLG - MAA

WLGMAA

Wellington

Thu 13/11

06:05-00:10

2 stops25h 35m

Chennai

Thu 27/11

14:35-23:50

2 stops49h 45m

$1,913

WellingtonChennai

WLG - MAA

WLGMAA

Wellington

Wed 12/11

06:05-00:10

2 stops25h 35m

Chennai

Wed 26/11

06:25-14:50

2 stops24h 55m

$1,913

WellingtonChennai

WLG - MAA

WLGMAA

Wellington

Wed 12/11

06:05-00:10

2 stops25h 35m

Chennai

Fri 28/11

06:25-23:50

2 stops33h 55m

$1,913

WellingtonChennai

WLG - MAA

WLGMAA

Wellington

Thu 13/11

06:05-00:10

2 stops25h 35m

Chennai

Wed 26/11

14:35-14:50

2 stops40h 45m

$1,913

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 31/10

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Best time to book a flight from New Zealand to Chennai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Zealand to Chennai

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Chennai?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Chennai (average of $953). Flying from New Zealand to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,742). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NZ to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from New Zealand to Chennai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 2 November 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 7% on flights from New Zealand to Chennai by exploring options for tickets at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Zealand to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from New Zealand to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New Zealand to Chennai flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 2 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andAir New Zealand from New Zealand to Chennai. 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,397 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,397 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,397 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,391 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,397 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
521 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,397 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
926 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,397 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,397 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Zealand to Chennai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chennai from New Zealand?

    Most people fly into Chennai (MAA) if they book a flight to Chennai from New Zealand. Chennai is conveniently located just 16.5 km from Chennai’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from New Zealand to Chennai?

    SriLankan Airlines, Singapore Airlines, and Qantas Airways can get you from New Zealand to Chennai in just under 20h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 17h 35m. The distance from New Zealand to Chennai is about 11269 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New Zealand to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New Zealand to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Chennai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Zealand to Chennai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New Zealand to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand to Chennai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Zealand to Chennai?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Chennai (average of $953). Flying from New Zealand to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,742). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from New Zealand to Chennai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 2 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$999Average$1,766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,298Average$1,898FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,361Average$2,052FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,381Average$2,547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,425Average$1,943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Oman AirCheapest$1,593Average$2,045FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air IndiaCheapest$1,649Average$2,549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,665Average$1,972FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,829Average$2,638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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