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Cheapest deal$1,004
Cheapest monthSeptember
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Flight deals from Luqa Malta International to Chennai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Luqa Malta International to Chennai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chennai.$1,004 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Sep, returning Sat, 22 Nov.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Luqa Malta International on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Chennai on Sat, 22 Nov, arriving in Luqa Malta International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,004, select.
Chennai.$1,010 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Sep, returning Fri, 24 Oct.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Luqa Malta International on Sat, 27 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Chennai on Fri, 24 Oct, arriving in Luqa Malta International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,010, select.
Chennai.$1,010 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Sep, returning Tue, 30 Sep.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Luqa Malta International on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Chennai on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Luqa Malta International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,010, select.
Chennai.$1,105 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar, returning Thu, 30 Apr.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Luqa Malta International on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Chennai on Thu, 30 Apr, arriving in Luqa Malta International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,105, select.
Chennai.$1,173 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Aug, returning Sat, 13 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair and Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Luqa Malta International on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Chennai on Sat, 13 Sep, arriving in Luqa Malta International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,173, select.
Chennai.$1,218 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Oct, returning Thu, 23 Oct.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Luqa Malta International on Thu, 9 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Chennai on Thu, 23 Oct, arriving in Luqa Malta International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,218, select.
Chennai.$1,323 per passenger.Departing Mon, 11 Aug, returning Mon, 18 Aug.Return flight with Wizz Air Malta and IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with Wizz Air Malta, departs from Luqa Malta International on Mon, 11 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Mon, 18 Aug, arriving in Luqa Malta International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,323, select.
Chennai.$1,334 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Oct, returning Wed, 10 Dec.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Luqa Malta International on Thu, 23 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Chennai on Wed, 10 Dec, arriving in Luqa Malta International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,334, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Luqa Malta International to Chennai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Luqa Malta International to Chennai flights are currently cheapest in September.
Aug
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Sep
from $1,010
Oct
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Nov
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Luqa Malta International to Chennai: Alternative routes

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

Finding cheap flights from Luqa Malta International to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Luqa Malta International to Chennai is $1,004. 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 Luqa Malta International to Chennai. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,004.
As of August 2025, there are no flights flying from Luqa Malta International to Chennai.
The cheapest month to fly from Luqa Malta International to Chennai is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Luqa Malta International Airport to Chennai Airport on Monday, 22 September 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Luqa Malta International Airport and Chennai 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 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, Lufthansa offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chennai.

Flying from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know

  • Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Chennai four hours 30 minutes ahead of Valletta.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your MLA to MAA flight.

  • Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Choose a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Malta International Airport to Chennai Airport. Frankfurt Airport is a top stopover on the MLA to MAA route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Malta International Airport (MLA) to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • $356 is the best price for a one-way Malta International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,004. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MLA to MAA if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.

  • Finding cheap flights from Malta International Airport to Chennai Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across the month and snap up a great deal.

  • There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from MLA to MAA.

  • Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Malta International Airport to Chennai Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Malta International Airport (MLA)

  • Of the flights that depart from Malta International Airport, 72.79% land on schedule at their destination.

  • To get to Malta International Airport from central Valletta, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Looking for a handy hotel near MLA? If you're boarding an early flight from Malta International Airport to Chennai Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • Reserve a hotel close to MAA if you have a late Malta International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Travel at your own speed with a Chennai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and venture far and wide through Chennai and beyond.

  • To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Chennai Airport around three weeks before travelling.

Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai

  • From Chennai Airport, Chennai is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 50 minutes.

When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Malta International Airport to Chennai Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Chennai in April.

  • Book your flight from Malta International Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you'd like to explore Chennai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MLA 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 places in India waiting to be explored once you've seen Chennai. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.

  • Around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another essential stop in India. Experience major highlights starting with Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.

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