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Cheap flights from New Zealand to Chennai from $643

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 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — MAA
29 Mar — 5 Apr1
1 adult

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 24 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,332

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,773
7/5-12/5
  • 7/5-12/5
  • 6 total stops
  • 67h 05m total
  • New Zealand to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($588 potential increase over avg. return price).
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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 24 March 2025.

Wed 26/306:05AKL - MAA
2 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/320:55MAA - AKL
2 stops18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,320
Tue 6/500:25AKL - MAA
1 stop16h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Tue 13/523:55MAA - AKL
1 stop29h 00mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 24/3$1,482
Tue 6/500:25AKL - MAA
2 stops26h 15mSriLankan Airlines
Wed 14/521:15MAA - AKL
2 stops20h 25mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 23/3$1,677
Sat 24/510:15AKL - MAA
1 stop20h 30mCathay Pacific
Sat 14/601:30MAA - AKL
1 stop27h 40mCathay Pacific
Deal found 23/3$1,747
Fri 14/1101:20AKL - MAA
1 stop28h 20mSingapore Airlines
Tue 10/210:00MAA - AKL
1 stop30h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 23/3$1,838
Sat 15/1114:40AKL - MAA
2 stops30h 45mOman Air
Tue 10/209:40MAA - AKL
2 stops34h 45mOman Air
Deal found 23/3$1,983
Sat 15/1121:05AKL - MAA
1 stop30h 35mEmirates
Mon 9/203:45MAA - AKL
1 stop24h 00mEmirates
Deal found 23/3$2,042
Sat 12/406:05WLG - MAA
2 stops39h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 30/421:15MAA - WLG
2 stops33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/3$2,455
Mon 21/413:15AKL - MAA
1 stop44h 10mQatar Airways
Sun 27/403:55MAA - AKL
1 stop40h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/3$2,582
Sun 14/1201:20AKL - MAA
1 stop28h 20mAir New Zealand
Tue 20/110:00MAA - AKL
1 stop15h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 23/3$2,684
Fri 14/1101:20AKL - MAA
2 stops26h 00mAir India
Tue 10/221:10MAA - AKL
2 stops32h 40mAir India
Deal found 23/3$2,797
Sat 15/1113:15AKL - MAA
3 stops47h 50mBritish Airways
Tue 10/207:35MAA - AKL
3 stops47h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 23/3$2,863

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New Zealand

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Chennai

Route

Departure

Return

Price

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Wed 7/5

06:15-19:55

3 stops44h 10m

Chennai

Mon 12/5

00:05-05:30

3 stops22h 55m

$1,332

WellingtonChennai

WLG - MAA

WLGMAA

Wellington

Thu 8/5

15:55-23:05

2 stops37h 40m

Chennai

Wed 14/5

00:05-23:55

2 stops41h 20m

$1,332

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Tue 6/5

00:25-10:45

1 stop16h 50m

Chennai

Tue 13/5

23:55-11:25

1 stop29h 00m

$1,482

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Tue 6/5

00:25-20:10

2 stops26h 15m

Chennai

Wed 14/5

21:15-00:10

2 stops20h 25m

$1,677

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Sat 24/5

10:15-00:15

1 stop20h 30m

Chennai

Sat 14/6

01:30-11:40

1 stop27h 40m

$1,747

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Mon 21/4

20:30-20:30

1 stop30h 30m

Chennai

Mon 28/4

22:00-09:50

1 stop29h 20m

$2,077

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Mon 21/4

13:15-02:55

1 stop44h 10m

Chennai

Sun 27/4

03:55-02:45

1 stop40h 20m

$2,582

WellingtonChennai

WLG - MAA

WLGMAA

Wellington

Thu 8/5

06:00-07:45

2 stops32h 15m

$643

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Mon 12/5

19:05-22:55

3 stops58h 20m

$2,460

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 24/3

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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Chennai (average of $942). Flying from New Zealand to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,507). 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 24 March 2025.

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.

Rainfall in Chennai by month

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

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.

Temperature in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average temperature totals 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

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 24 March 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Cathay Pacific and Qatar Airways from New Zealand to Chennai have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,189 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,189 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,189 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
833 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,189 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,540 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,189 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
251 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,189 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
73 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,189 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

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.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Chennai (average of $942). Flying from New Zealand to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,507). 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 24 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$927Average$1,610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,259Average$2,018FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,327Average$2,667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$1,375Average$1,706FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$1,482Average$2,019FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$1,516Average$1,852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Oman AirCheapest$1,822Average$2,414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,930Average$2,496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest$2,790Average$3,045FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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