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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Velana International Airport to Chennai Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $499. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Chennai.$492 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Sat, 19 Sep.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Velana International on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Chennai on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $492, select.

Chennai.$500 per passenger.Departing Fri, 28 Aug, returning Tue, 15 Sep.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Velana International on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $500, select.

Chennai.$500 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Aug, returning Wed, 26 Aug.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Velana International on Fri, 14 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $500, select.

Chennai.$513 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Sep, returning Sat, 3 Oct.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Velana International on Fri, 18 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $513, select.

Chennai.$514 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Aug, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Velana International on Wed, 12 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $514, select.

Chennai.$514 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Oct, returning Thu, 15 Oct.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Velana International on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $514, select.

Chennai.$533 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Mon, 16 Nov.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Velana International on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $533, select.

Chennai.$546 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct, returning Thu, 21 Jan.Return flight with IndiGo and SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Velana International on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Chennai on Thu, 21 Jan, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $546, select.

Chennai.$558 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Nov, returning Sun, 15 Nov.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Velana International on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $558, select.

Chennai.$575 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Nov, returning Fri, 11 Dec.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Velana International on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $575, select.

Chennai.$608 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Jan, returning Mon, 22 Feb.Return flight with IndiGo and SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Velana International on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Chennai on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $608, select.

Chennai.$620 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 May, returning Fri, 25 Jun.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Velana International on Thu, 20 May, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Fri, 25 Jun, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $620, select.

Chennai.$620 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Jan, returning Sun, 31 Jan.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Velana International on Wed, 6 Jan, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Sun, 31 Jan, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $620, select.

Chennai.$636 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec, returning Thu, 10 Dec.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Velana International on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $636, select.

Chennai.$660 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Dec, returning Tue, 5 Jan.Return flight with IndiGo and SriLankan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Velana International on Tue, 15 Dec, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with SriLankan Airlines, departs from Chennai on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $660, select.

Chennai.$678 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov, returning Tue, 19 Jan.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Velana International on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Tue, 19 Jan, arriving in Velana International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $678, select.

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Malé to Chennai: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$491
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	4 hrs
Most popular airline	Afcom Cargo
Average flights per week	3

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

How much are return flights from Velana International to Chennai?

The best price we found for a return flight from Velana International to Chennai is $491. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Velana International to Chennai?

4 hours is the average flight time from Velana International to Chennai.

Which airlines fly direct from Velana International to Chennai?

Afcom Cargo flies direct from Velana International to Chennai.

How many flights are there a week from Velana International to Chennai?

As of July 2026, there are 3 flights per week flying from Velana International to Chennai.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Velana International to Chennai?

The cheapest month to fly from Velana International to Chennai is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Velana International Airport to Chennai Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Velana International Airport to Chennai Airport on Tuesday, 1 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Velana International Airport to Chennai Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours.

How can I find the best flight deal to Chennai?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Chennai?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Velana International Airport to Chennai with?

Currently, Air India offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chennai.

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

Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Chennai 30 minutes ahead of Malé.
To ensure you get on your MLE to MAA flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Velana International Airport to Chennai Airport. These are the top stopovers between MLE and MAA:
- Bengaluru Airport
- Kochi Airport
- Colombo Bandaranayake Airport

Handy information about Velana International Airport (MLE)

When it comes to the on-time performance of Velana International Airport, data shows 77% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Malé to Velana International Airport is around 2 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Expect a trip time of about 20 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near MLE. Whether you're taking an early flight from Velana International Airport to Chennai Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)

If you're arriving on a late Velana International Airport to Chennai Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near MAA:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Rental and explore beyond Chennai's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Chennai Airport around three weeks in advance.

Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai

Chennai Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from central Chennai. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.

When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)

It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Velana International Airport to Chennai Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Chennai. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in September.
Before locking in your flight from Velana International Airport to Chennai Airport, consider the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with temperatures ranging from 28ºC (82ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MLE to MAA in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.

Explore more of India

You've seen Chennai, now it's time to discover more of India. Travel about 290 kilometres west to Bengaluru to tick off its top sights. From Meenakshi Temple to Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another corner of 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 key reasons to visit.