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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul Airport to Chennai Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $758. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chennai.$581 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chennai on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $581, select.
Chennai.$625 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Sep, returning Mon, 12 Oct.Return flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 16 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Chennai on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $625, select.
Chennai.$627 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Fri, 30 Oct.Return flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Chennai on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $627, select.
Chennai.$628 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Jan, returning Mon, 1 Feb.Return flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Chennai on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $628, select.
Chennai.$628 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb, returning Mon, 22 Feb.Return flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Chennai on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $628, select.
Chennai.$631 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov, returning Fri, 13 Nov.Return flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Chennai on Fri, 13 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $631, select.
Chennai.$640 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Oct, returning Fri, 11 Dec.Return flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Chennai on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $640, select.
Chennai.$641 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Oct, returning Wed, 11 Nov.Return flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Chennai on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $641, select.
Chennai.$656 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Nov, returning Fri, 4 Dec.Return flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Chennai on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $656, select.
Chennai.$703 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Dec, returning Thu, 31 Dec.Return flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 17 Dec, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Chennai on Thu, 31 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $703, select.
Chennai.$707 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Jul, returning Sat, 18 Jul.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 13 Jul, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Sat, 18 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $707, select.
Chennai.$708 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Dec, returning Thu, 21 Jan.Return flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Chennai on Thu, 21 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $708, select.
Chennai.$717 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Aug, returning Fri, 16 Oct.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 14 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $717, select.
Chennai.$719 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 Jan, returning Sun, 17 Jan.Return flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 9 Jan, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Chennai on Sun, 17 Jan, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $719, select.
Chennai.$749 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Aug, returning Sat, 5 Sep.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $749, select.
Chennai.$758 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Aug, returning Thu, 27 Aug.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Thu, 27 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Price includes taxes and charges.From $758, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Chennai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Chennai flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from $707
Aug
from $758
Sep
from $581
Oct
from $627
Nov
from $631
Dec
from $703
Jan
from $719
Feb
from $628
Mar
from $803
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Istanbul to Chennai: Alternative routes

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Istanbul to Chennai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$581
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time7 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Chennai is $581. 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.
7 hours and 45 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Chennai.
Turkish Airlines flies direct from Istanbul to Chennai.
As of July 2026, there are 4 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Chennai.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Chennai is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Chennai Airport on Tuesday, 15 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 45 minutes.
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.

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, Etihad Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chennai.

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

  • Chennai is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Istanbul and is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your IST to MAA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.

  • We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Istanbul Airport to Chennai Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Stopovers between IST and MAA include:

    • Dubai Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

    • Zayed International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Airport (IST) to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • $328 is the best price for a one-way Istanbul Airport to Chennai Airport flight. A return flight starts from $581. These prices can change based on availability and demand.

  • It's often best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from IST to MAA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Chennai Airport.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from IST to MAA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Istanbul Airport to Chennai Airport.

Handy information about Istanbul Airport (IST)

Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)

Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai

  • From Chennai Airport, Chennai is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • Getting there on public transport will take you around 1 hour.

When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul Airport to Chennai Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Chennai. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in September.

  • The warmest month in Chennai is May, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from Istanbul Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IST to MAA in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.

Explore more of India

  • Bengaluru is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored after you've experienced Chennai. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.

  • If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in India, consider Coimbatore, about 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Siruvani Falls and Dam and Sri Ranganathar Temple are highlights.

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