How long is the flight from New Zealand to Chennai?

Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Qantas Airways can get you from New Zealand to Chennai in just under 23h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 55m. 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.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Zealand to Chennai one-way?

$628 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Singapore Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Malaysia Airlines and Air New Zealand, with prices starting from $699 and $739, respectively.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chennai ranges from 10.0 - 330.0 inches 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.

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).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from New Zealand to Chennai?

When booking a flight from New Zealand to Chennai, you may want to consider flying on Qantas Airways, Malaysia Airlines or Singapore Airlines as they are the most popular for this route.

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

When flying from New Zealand to Chennai, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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.

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.

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Round-trip from	$1,532
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Average price	$2,068

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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 $1,720). Flying from New Zealand to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,808). 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from New Zealand to Chennai?

The price you pay for your flight from New Zealand to Chennai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 79 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Air New Zealand, andCathay Pacific 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.

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8.2

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Air New Zealand

8.0

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Cathay Pacific

7.6

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Qantas Airways

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Malaysia Airlines

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Related info for your journey

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?
Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Qantas Airways can get you from New Zealand to Chennai in just under 23h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 55m. 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.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New Zealand to Chennai one-way?
$628 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Singapore Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Malaysia Airlines and Air New Zealand, with prices starting from $699 and $739, respectively.
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 $1,720). Flying from New Zealand to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,808). 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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