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Cheap Flights to Chennai Airport

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Flight deals to Chennai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight to Chennai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chennai.$213 per passenger.Departing Tue, 22 Jul.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Perth on Tue, 22 Jul, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $213, select.
Chennai.$214 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Sep.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Perth on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $214, select.
Chennai.$215 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 Aug.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Perth on Sat, 2 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $215, select.
Chennai.$215 per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Nov.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Perth on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $215, select.
Chennai.$215 per passenger.Departing Sun, 19 Oct.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Perth on Sun, 19 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $215, select.
Chennai.$216 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Mar.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Perth on Tue, 3 Mar, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $216, select.
Chennai.$216 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Feb.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Perth on Tue, 3 Feb, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $216, select.
Chennai.$216 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Jan.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Perth on Tue, 20 Jan, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $216, select.

Find the cheapest time to fly to Chennai

Flexible on travel dates? Find the cheapest month – or even day – to fly to Chennai.
Jun
from $404
Jul
from $213
Aug
from $215
Sep
from $214
Oct
from $215
Nov
from $215
Dec
from $388
Jan
from $216
Feb
from $216
Mar
from $216
Apr
from $224
May
from $224

Airports near Chennai

Compare routes to Chennai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier.

Frequently asked questions

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct to Chennai. But we found flights with one or more stops from $389.
The cheapest month to fly to Chennai is usually July.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chennai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Australia and Chennai Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
The best price we found for a return flight to Chennai is $389. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Chennai Airport is Tuesday, 22 July 2025.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chennai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Scoot offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chennai.

Flying to Chennai

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$213
Cheapest month to flyJuly

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How to find cheap flights to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way flight to Chennai Airport is $213. A round-trip plane ticket to MAA is currently $389.

  • Book when it's best with Price Alerts. You'll get an email or a notification through the app if the price of tickets to MAA goes up or down.

  • To pick up cheap tickets to Chennai, where Chennai Airport is located, book six months before your journey. That's the general recommendation for scoring the biggest deals.

  • Click on the 'Add nearby airports' filter and broaden your search for cheap flights to Chennai. This will show you every airport around your departure and arrival points.

  • Consider taking a flight with a stop since indirect routes can often save you money. Simply uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your plane tickets to Chennai Airport.

Best time to go to Chennai

  • You can typically catch the cheapest flight to Chennai in May.

  • If you're flexible with your dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll help you find the cheapest month, and even day of the year, for flights to MAA.

  • Fly to Chennai in July if you want to be there when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights to MAA, but also when fares can be more expensive.

  • The quietest time of the year to travel is April. Lock in your plane tickets to Chennai then and enjoy sightseeing at a slower pace.

  • Check the weather conditions before you head off. May brings the warmest days in Chennai, with averages of between 28ºC and 37ºC.

  • Temperatures are at their lowest in January, when they range from 21ºC to 28ºC.

Travelling to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know

Getting to central Chennai from Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • MAA is located about 19 kilometres from central Chennai.

  • If you're taking a cab or ride-sharing after your flight to MAA, it'll take around 45 minutes to get to the centre.

  • The journey when using public transport takes about 50 minutes.

  • If you're eager to stay close to all the action in Chennai, unpack your suitcase at one of these comfortable options:

Chennai highlights

Marina Beach

  • Around 3 kilometres south of the centre, this top sight should be on your to-do list. Start your adventure here after your flight to Chennai Airport.

Fort St. George

  • Head to Fort St. George and you'll be checking off one of the main attractions in Chennai. It's about 2 kilometres east of the centre.

Government Museum

  • Swing by this highlight next. Government Museum is around 2 kilometres south-west of the centre and is one more essential Chennai experience.

Complete your trip with a Chennai car hire

  • Browse our car rentals in Chennai after you've found your hotel and cheap flight to Chennai Airport. All the best deals are in one place, making it a breeze to compare prices and drive off in your dream ride.

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