What kinds of trips can I take from Chennai?

Travelers departing from Chennai can typically find a variety of trip lengths. Historically, medium-haul flights have accounted for the largest share, making up 46% of all trips in the trailing 90 days. Short-haul flights are also quite common, representing 32% of the available options. Long-haul journeys, while less frequent, still comprise 22% of the flights from Chennai, offering diverse travel opportunities.

Where are the cheapest international flights from Chennai?

Historically, when looking for the cheapest international flights from Chennai, several nearby countries offer competitive prices. For example, flights to Colombo in Sri Lanka typically have a median price of $147. Muscat in Oman is another affordable option, with a median price of $150. Other historically low-cost international destinations include Dhaka, Bangladesh, at a median price of $154, and Malacca City, Malaysia, with a median price of $198.

What month has the cheapest flights from Chennai?

Historically, February has typically been the cheapest month for flights from Chennai, with an average price of $312. This represents a significant saving of 47% compared to the annual median average price of $588. March also offers similarly low prices, with an average of $312, making it another historically economical month for travelers departing from Chennai.

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Kadapa

India • Dec 2026

$46

$30

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Bengaluru

India • Jul 2026

$127

$37

One-way

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Salem

India • May 2027

$47

$40

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MAA

Coimbatore

India • Oct 2026

$48

$42

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MAA

Goa

India • Aug 2026

$126

$45

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MAA

Tiruchirappalli

India • Nov 2026

$35

$45

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Hyderabad

India • Aug 2026

$63

$46

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Vijayawada

India • Aug 2026

$60

$46

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Kochi

India • Jul 2026

$123

$46

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Madurai

India • Jul 2026

$109

$48

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Flights from Chennai: Overview

Insights for flights from Chennai

Only 23.1% of recent fares from Chennai are for direct flights, indicating that connecting routes are more common for travelers departing from this city. This suggests that if you are looking for cheap flights from Chennai, you will frequently encounter options that include at least one stop.

Right now, the cheapest fares from Chennai start at $56 to Kadapa, India. Other economical options include flights to Bengaluru, India, with fares beginning at $78, and to Salem, India, where prices start from $83.

Over the last 90 days, the most frequently discounted destination from Chennai has been Singapore. Following closely in popularity are routes to Bengaluru, India, and Dubai, United Arab Emirates, which also appear often in recent flight deals from Chennai.

Flights from Chennai reach a wide array of destinations, with recent fares covering 341 unique cities. The distribution of these routes shows a strong focus on domestic and regional travel, with India accounting for 30% of recent fares. International options are also prominent, as Singapore represents 12% of recent fares, and the United Arab Emirates makes up 9% of the deals.

The flight distances from Chennai are varied: about 32% of routes are short-haul, 46% are medium-haul, and 22% are long-haul. This mix suggests a balanced offering of both regional and international travel opportunities for passengers departing from Chennai.

Most popular airlines from Chennai

IndiGo

JetsGo

Vistara

Air India Limited

AirAsia

SriLankan Airlines

Qatar Airways

Emirates Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Chennai soon

Thu, Jul 16

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MAA - Toronto

Chennai (MAA) - Toronto (YYZ)

Ethiopian Airlines

$1,346

$707

One-way

Fri, Jul 24

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MAA - Madrid

Chennai (MAA) - Madrid (MAD)

Etihad Airways

$714

$591

One-way

Sat, Jul 18

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MAA - Boston

Chennai (MAA) - Boston (BOS)

Etihad Airways

$1,278

$999

One-way

Wed, Jul 22

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MAA - Istanbul

Chennai (MAA) - Istanbul (IST)

IndiGo

$590

$431

One-way

Mon, Jul 20

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MAA - Frankfurt

Chennai (MAA) - Frankfurt (FRA)

Etihad Airways

$745

$615

One-way

Mon, Jul 20

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MAA - Muscat

Chennai (MAA) - Muscat (MCT)

Air Arabia

$457

$285

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Chennai

Cape Town

TOP

South Africa • Oct 2026

from

$677

Paris

TOP

France • Dec 2026

from

$447

London

TOP

United Kingdom • Feb 2027

from

$483

Milan

TOP

Italy • Dec 2026

from

$432

Cairo

TOP

Egypt • Sep 2026

from

$452

Vienna

TOP

Austria • Sep 2026

from

$553

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Chennai

-49%

MAA - Champaign

$2,831 → $1,438

-26%

MAA - Killeen

$2,386 → $1,771

-42%

MAA - Zagreb

$1,297 → $749

-30%

MAA - Everett

$1,722 → $1,211

Popular Airports from Chennai

Chennai airport insights

🎯 Booking tip

Watch fares to Kadapa

Flights from Chennai to Kadapa start at $30.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Mar, May, Feb

Flights from Chennai tend to be cheaper in March, May, and February.

⏱️ Best time to book

8+ months in advance

Booking 8+ months in advance from Chennai can save you money, as prices tend to rise closer to departure.

✈️ Airlines to watch

IndiGo, JetsGo, Vistara, Air India Limited

Domestic and international carriers offer the most routes from Chennai.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$30 direct / ~$56 roundtrip

The cheapest flights from MAA are to destinations within India, such as Kadapa and Bengaluru.

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Sat

Saturday is the best day to find flight deals from MAA.

Chennai main airports to depart from

Chennai International (MAA)

Cheapest

Chennai International Airport is ideal for travelers seeking flights from Chennai with competitive pricing.

📍 ~14 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$56

Airports nearby Chennai used as alternative

Bengaluru International (BLR)

Cheapest

Bengaluru International is a major international hub offering extensive global and domestic networks as a reliable alternative.

📍 ~278 km from Chennai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$47

Rajiv Gandhi International (HYD)

Rajiv Gandhi International is a large international gateway with diverse airline options and strong connectivity.

📍 ~502 km from Chennai (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$63

Tiruchirappalli International (TRZ)

Tiruchirappalli International is an international airport focusing on Southeast Asia and Middle East routes for regional travel.

📍 ~309 km from Chennai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$56

Tirupati (TIR)

Tirupati is the geographically closest alternative airport to Chennai, convenient for domestic hops and regional connectivity.

📍 ~100 km from Chennai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$76

Coimbatore International (CJB)

Coimbatore International is a significant regional hub with international connectivity to select hubs and reliable service.

📍 ~419 km from Chennai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$84

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Guwahati

India • Jul 2026

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Tunisia • Jul 2026

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Amsterdam

Netherlands • Sep 2026

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London

United Kingdom • Nov 2026

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Bengaluru

India • Jul 2026

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$245

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Sydney

Australia • Sep 2026

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$2,268

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Perth

Australia • Nov 2026

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Berlin

Germany • Aug 2026

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Madurai

India • Sep 2026

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$150

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Mumbai

India • Sep 2026

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$370

$167

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Kolkata

India • Jul 2026

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$266

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India • Jul 2026

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