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Cheap Flights from Mangalore (IXE) to Chennai (MAA)

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Chennai.$122 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 Aug, returning Sun, 10 Aug.Return flight with Air India Express.Outbound direct flight with Air India Express departs from Mangalore on Sun, 3 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with Air India Express departs from Chennai on Sun, 10 Aug, arriving in Mangalore.Price includes taxes and charges.From $122, select.
Chennai.$122 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Jul, returning Sun, 6 Jul.Return flight with Air India Express.Outbound direct flight with Air India Express departs from Mangalore on Sat, 5 Jul, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with Air India Express departs from Chennai on Sun, 6 Jul, arriving in Mangalore.Price includes taxes and charges.From $122, select.
Chennai.$122 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Jun, returning Sun, 29 Jun.Return flight with Air India Express.Outbound direct flight with Air India Express departs from Mangalore on Sat, 28 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with Air India Express departs from Chennai on Sun, 29 Jun, arriving in Mangalore.Price includes taxes and charges.From $122, select.
Chennai.$122 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Jul, returning Mon, 4 Aug.Return flight with Air India Express.Outbound indirect flight with Air India Express, departs from Mangalore on Sat, 19 Jul, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Air India Express, departs from Chennai on Mon, 4 Aug, arriving in Mangalore.Price includes taxes and charges.From $122, select.
Chennai.$122 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Jun, returning Mon, 30 Jun.Return flight with Air India Express.Outbound indirect flight with Air India Express, departs from Mangalore on Sat, 28 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Air India Express, departs from Chennai on Mon, 30 Jun, arriving in Mangalore.Price includes taxes and charges.From $122, select.
Chennai.$122 per passenger.Departing Sun, 3 Aug, returning Mon, 4 Aug.Return flight with Air India Express.Outbound indirect flight with Air India Express, departs from Mangalore on Sun, 3 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Air India Express, departs from Chennai on Mon, 4 Aug, arriving in Mangalore.Price includes taxes and charges.From $122, select.
Chennai.$122 per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 Aug, returning Sun, 7 Sep.Return flight with Air India Express.Outbound direct flight with Air India Express departs from Mangalore on Sat, 23 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with Air India Express departs from Chennai on Sun, 7 Sep, arriving in Mangalore.Price includes taxes and charges.From $122, select.
Chennai.$122 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Sep, returning Sat, 13 Sep.Return flight with Air India Express.Outbound direct flight with Air India Express departs from Mangalore on Sun, 7 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with Air India Express departs from Chennai on Sat, 13 Sep, arriving in Mangalore.Price includes taxes and charges.From $122, select.

The cheapest month to fly from Mangalore Airport to Chennai Airport

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Oct
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Cheapest month:June
Most expensive month:December

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Mangalore to Chennai: Alternative routes

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Mangalore to Chennai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$122
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time1 hr, 46 mins
Most popular airlineIndiGo
Average flights per week15

Finding cheap flights from Mangalore to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Mangalore to Chennai is $122. 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.
1 hour and 46 minutes is the average flight time from Mangalore to Chennai.
IndiGo, Air India Express and Air India fly direct from Mangalore to Chennai.
As of June 2025, there are 15 flights per week flying from Mangalore to Chennai.
The cheapest month to fly from Mangalore to Chennai is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Mangalore Airport to Chennai Airport on Saturday, 28 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 46 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, IndiGo offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chennai.

Flying from Mangalore Airport (IXE) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Mangalore Airport to Chennai Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Mangalore.

  • Take your pick of 26 weekly Mangalore Airport to Chennai Airport flights. The 07:55 departure with IndiGo is the earliest available. IndiGo operates the last service of the day at 21:30.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your IXE to MAA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • You can expect longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • IndiGo offers direct flights from Mangalore Airport to Chennai Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Chennai — and maybe even more of India if you have time.

  • The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is IndiGo.

  • Among carriers operating IXE to MAA flights, IndiGo has the best track record for timely arrivals.

  • If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Mangalore Airport to Chennai Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between IXE and MAA:

    • Kempegowda International Airport

    • Rajiv Gandhi International Airport

    • Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Mangalore Airport (IXE) to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • At the moment, $54 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Mangalore Airport to Chennai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $122. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from IXE to MAA, book your journey eight months ahead of your departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Mangalore Airport to Chennai Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment the price changes on cheap flights from IXE to MAA.

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

Handy information about Mangalore Airport (IXE)

  • 60.6% of flights taking off from Mangalore Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

  • Central Mangalore to Mangalore Airport is approximately 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Taking an early flight from Mangalore Airport to Chennai Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to IXE:

Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Mangalore Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:

  • Pick up a Chennai Airport rental car and discover Chennai and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Europcar and North Car Hire are top outlets to choose from here.

  • For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Chennai Airport about three weeks before your trip.

Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai

  • From Chennai Airport, Chennai is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.

When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Mangalore Airport to Chennai Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Chennai in April.

  • Before locking in your flight from Mangalore Airport to Chennai Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with the temperature ranging from 28ºC (82ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IXE to MAA in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.

Explore more of India

  • Bengaluru is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Chennai. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.

  • Coimbatore is another favourite destination in India and is around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. No journey is complete without dropping by Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.

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