How long is the flight from Chennai to New Zealand?

There are many flights that can get you from Chennai to New Zealand in 16h 55m. Fly via Emirates or Singapore Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 11179 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Chennai to New Zealand are Qantas Airways ($718), Singapore Airlines ($789), and IndiGo ($871).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Zealand ranges from 70.0 - 130.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit New Zealand when rainfall is around 70.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Zealand, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

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

Before booking your flight from Chennai to New Zealand, check out the most popular airlines for this route: Malaysia Airlines, Singapore Airlines or Qantas Airways.

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

When flying from Chennai to New Zealand, 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 from for flights from Chennai to New Zealand?

If you book a flight to New Zealand from Chennai, you will be flying from Chennai, which is the city’s only airport. Chennai (MAA) is located 16.5 km from the centre of Chennai.

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

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

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

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

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Round-trip from	$1,702
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Average price	$2,685

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to New Zealand (average of $1,535). Flying from Chennai to New Zealand in October is currently the most expensive (average of $2,810). 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 Chennai to New Zealand?

The price you pay for your flight from Chennai to New Zealand may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 72 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand

See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Qantas Airways, andMalaysia Airlines from Chennai to New Zealand have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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8.2

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Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.

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2.0

Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.

Qantas Airways

7.5

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2.0

Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.

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7.3

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Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly from for flights from Chennai to New Zealand?
If you book a flight to New Zealand from Chennai, you will be flying from Chennai, which is the city’s only airport. Chennai (MAA) is located 16.5 km from the centre of Chennai.
How long is the flight from Chennai to New Zealand?
There are many flights that can get you from Chennai to New Zealand in 16h 55m. Fly via Emirates or Singapore Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 11179 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chennai to New Zealand one-way?
The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Chennai to New Zealand are Qantas Airways ($718), Singapore Airlines ($789), and IndiGo ($871).
Can I find deals for flights from Chennai to New Zealand that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Chennai to New Zealand flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Chennai to New Zealand?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chennai to New Zealand.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Chennai to New Zealand?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chennai to New Zealand 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 Chennai to New Zealand?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to New Zealand (average of $1,535). Flying from Chennai to New Zealand in October is currently the most expensive (average of $2,810). 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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The price you pay for your flight from Chennai to New Zealand may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 72 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Zealand

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