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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chennai to Velana International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Malé.$402 per passenger.Departing Fri, 29 Aug, returning Sat, 30 Aug.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Fri, 29 Aug, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Velana International on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $402, select.
Malé.$406 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Sep, returning Tue, 9 Sep.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Sun, 7 Sep, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Velana International on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $406, select.
Malé.$411 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Aug, returning Thu, 4 Sep.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Velana International on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $411, select.
Malé.$412 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Jul, returning Mon, 28 Jul.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Wed, 23 Jul, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Velana International on Mon, 28 Jul, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $412, select.
Malé.$412 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Feb, returning Sat, 21 Feb.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Sun, 15 Feb, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Velana International on Sat, 21 Feb, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $412, select.
Malé.$415 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Nov, returning Tue, 4 Nov.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Velana International on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $415, select.
Malé.$415 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Sep, returning Fri, 31 Oct.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Velana International on Fri, 31 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $415, select.
Malé.$419 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Sep, returning Sun, 9 Nov.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Sun, 7 Sep, arriving in Velana International.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Velana International on Sun, 9 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $419, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Velana International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chennai to Velana International flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jul
from $412
Aug
from $402
Sep
from $406
Oct
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Nov
from $415
Dec
from $442
Jan
from $463
Feb
from $412
Mar
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May
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Chennai to Velana International: Alternative routes

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

Chennai to Malé: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$402
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Chennai to Velana International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chennai to Velana International is $402. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Chennai to Velana International. But we found flights with one or more stops from $402.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Chennai to Velana International.
The cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Velana International is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chennai Airport to Velana International Airport on Friday, 29 August 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Chennai Airport and Velana International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Velana International 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 Malé is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, IndiGo offers the cheapest flight tickets to Velana International.

Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Velana International Airport (MLE): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Malé is UTC+5, which is 30 minutes behind Chennai.

  • To ensure you get on your MAA to MLE flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

  • If you'd like to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chennai Airport to Velana International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MAA and MLE:

    • Bandaranaike International Airport

    • Cochin International Airport

    • Kempegowda International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Velana International Airport (MLE)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chennai Airport to Velana International Airport flight is $153. A return ticket right now is $402. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from MAA to MLE, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport to Velana International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from MAA to MLE is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.

  • Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chennai Airport to Velana International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • When it comes to Chennai Airport's on-time performance, data shows 76.04% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • To reach Chennai Airport from central Chennai, it takes around 45 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • You can expect a trip time of about 50 minutes on public transport.

  • Catching an early flight from Chennai Airport to Velana International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to MAA:

Arriving at Velana International Airport (MLE)

Getting from Velana International Airport (MLE) to central Malé

  • From Velana International Airport, Malé is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.

When to fly to Velana International Airport (MLE)

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Chennai Airport to Velana International Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Malé. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Malé is May, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Chennai Airport to Velana International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • Search for cheap tickets from MAA to MLE in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.

Explore more of Maldives

  • Make the most of your Maldives trip by venturing beyond Malé. About 306 kilometres away to the north, Dhidhdhoo is another city to put on your to-do list. Check off some of its biggest sights like Dhidhdhoo while you're here.

  • Your travels through Maldives wouldn't be complete without visiting Funadhoo. Hathareskan Vaa is just one of the highlights in this destination, which is roughly 225 kilometres north of Malé.

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