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Cheap flights from Wellington to Chennai from $1,298

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — MAA
21 Mar — 28 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Wellington to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wellington to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 February 2026.

Tue 2/606:05
WLG
-
MAA
2 stops44h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 27/621:15
MAA
-
WLG
2 stops20h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/2$1,298
Sat 2/506:05
WLG
-
MAA
2 stops21h 30m
Qantas Airways
Sat 6/614:35
MAA
-
WLG
2 stops26h 50m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 17/2$1,360
Sat 2/506:05
WLG
-
MAA
2 stops21h 30m
Qantas Airways
Sat 23/522:00
MAA
-
WLG
2 stops43h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 16/2$1,410
Mon 31/806:05
WLG
-
MAA
2 stops38h 20m
Qantas Airways
Thu 3/907:00
MAA
-
WLG
2 stops34h 25m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 18/2$1,488
Thu 30/406:05
WLG
-
MAA
2 stops23h 30m
Qantas Airways
Thu 4/611:50
MAA
-
WLG
2 stops29h 35m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 16/2$1,500
Sat 2/520:15
WLG
-
MAA
3 stops33h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 23/508:05
MAA
-
WLG
3 stops23h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/2$1,568
Sun 29/1106:05
WLG
-
MAA
2 stops45h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 19/1220:55
MAA
-
WLG
2 stops19h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/2$1,643
Wed 29/415:55
WLG
-
MAA
2 stops35h 40m
Qantas Airways
Mon 8/608:55
MAA
-
WLG
2 stops32h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 17/2$1,682
Thu 26/319:50
WLG
-
MAA
3 stops34h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/502:55
MAA
-
WLG
3 stops33h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/2$1,725

Find flight deals from Wellington to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wellington (WLG) to Chennai (MAA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 19 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,298

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,448
2/6-27/6
  • 2/6-27/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 64h 45m total
  • Wellington to Chennai
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Wellington 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 19 February 2026.
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Price

WellingtonChennai

WLG - MAA

WLGMAA

Wellington

Tue 5/5

06:05-21:05

2 stops21h 30m

Chennai

Mon 8/6

07:00-23:55

2 stops34h 25m

$1,500

WellingtonChennai

WLG - MAA

WLGMAA

Wellington

Tue 5/5

06:05-23:05

2 stops23h 30m

Chennai

Sun 7/6

17:50-23:55

2 stops47h 35m

$1,500

WellingtonChennai

WLG - MAA

WLGMAA

Wellington

Mon 4/5

06:05-08:20

2 stops32h 45m

Chennai

Sun 7/6

19:05-23:55

2 stops46h 20m

$1,500

WellingtonChennai

WLG - MAA

WLGMAA

Wellington

Thu 30/4

06:05-23:05

2 stops23h 30m

Chennai

Mon 8/6

08:55-23:55

2 stops32h 30m

$1,500

WellingtonChennai

WLG - MAA

WLGMAA

Wellington

Tue 5/5

06:05-21:05

2 stops21h 30m

Chennai

Tue 9/6

08:55-23:55

2 stops32h 30m

$1,500

WellingtonChennai

WLG - MAA

WLGMAA

Wellington

Thu 30/4

06:05-23:05

2 stops23h 30m

Chennai

Fri 5/6

07:00-23:55

2 stops34h 25m

$1,500

WellingtonChennai

WLG - MAA

WLGMAA

Wellington

Fri 1/5

06:05-21:05

2 stops21h 30m

Chennai

Tue 9/6

11:50-23:55

2 stops29h 35m

$1,500

WellingtonChennai

WLG - MAA

WLGMAA

Wellington

Thu 30/4

06:05-08:20

2 stops32h 45m

Chennai

Tue 9/6

11:50-23:55

2 stops29h 35m

$1,500

WellingtonChennai

WLG - MAA

WLGMAA

Wellington

Thu 30/4

06:05-08:20

2 stops32h 45m

Chennai

Sun 7/6

19:05-23:55

2 stops46h 20m

$1,500

WellingtonChennai

WLG - MAA

WLGMAA

Wellington

Fri 1/5

06:05-08:20

2 stops32h 45m

Chennai

Mon 8/6

11:50-23:55

2 stops29h 35m

$1,500

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 16/2

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Wellington to Chennai

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Wellington to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 18 February 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Wellington to Chennai, you should look to book at least 12 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Chennai (average of $1,136). Flying from Wellington to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,007). 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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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 February 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines, Emirates, andAir New Zealand from Wellington to Chennai by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
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Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,522 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
585 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
992 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,463 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Wellington to Chennai?

    Departing from Wellington to Chennai will take you 21h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 11333 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Wellington to Chennai round-trip?

    According to our current data, Qantas Airways ($1,404), Singapore Airlines ($1,437), and Air New Zealand ($1,456) offers the cheapest pricing from Wellington to Chennai. You may be able to fly from Wellington to Chennai for 29% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Wellington to Chennai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wellington 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 Wellington to Chennai?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Chennai (average of $1,136). Flying from Wellington to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,007). 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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Fly from Wellington to Chennai on these airlines

Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Wellington to Chennai. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 19 February 2026.
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Top 4 airlines flying from Wellington to Chennai

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Wellington 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 19 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,404Average$1,698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,437Average$2,211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,456Average$2,445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,230Average$2,758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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