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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 1,525
Typical prices: C$ 1,760-C$ 1,751
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Sun 11/10Wed 11/11
YOW - MAA • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 747
Typical prices: C$ 1,963-C$ 2,910
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Fri 5/6
YEG - MAA • 3 stops
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Cheap Flights to Chennai

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights to Chennai that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Sun, 11 Oct - Wed, 11 Nov
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2:30 p.m. - 2:50 a.m.
YOW
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MAA
26h 50m
2 stops
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3:25 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
MAA
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YOW
45h 35m
2 stops
C$ 1,525Multiple Airlines
Sat, 10 Oct - Sat, 14 Nov
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10:00 p.m. - 7:25 a.m.
YUL
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MAA
47h 55m
2 stops
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7:20 a.m. - 6:20 p.m.
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YUL
45h 30m
2 stops
C$ 1,536Multiple Airlines
Fri, 12 Jun - Wed, 1 Jul
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1:40 p.m. - 2:40 p.m.
YYZ
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MAA
39h 30m
1 stop
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9:55 p.m. - 8:55 a.m.
MAA
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YYZ
20h 30m
1 stop
C$ 1,638Etihad Airways
Tue, 2 Jun - Wed, 29 Jul
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1:40 p.m. - 2:50 a.m.
YYZ
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MAA
27h 40m
1 stop
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4:05 a.m. - 8:55 a.m.
MAA
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YYZ
38h 20m
1 stop
C$ 1,640Etihad Airways
Thu, 24 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep
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9:00 p.m. - 2:50 a.m.
YYZ
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MAA
20h 20m
1 stop
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4:20 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
MAA
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YYZ
20h 10m
1 stop
C$ 1,648Qatar Airways
Thu, 24 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep
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9:00 p.m. - 2:40 a.m.
YYZ
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MAA
20h 10m
1 stop
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4:20 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
MAA
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YYZ
20h 10m
1 stop
C$ 1,651Qatar Airways
Wed, 4 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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10:25 p.m. - 4:35 a.m.
YVR
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MAA
41h 40m
1 stop
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7:35 a.m. - 9:15 p.m.
MAA
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YVR
26h 10m
1 stop
C$ 1,866British Airways
Wed, 4 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
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2:48 p.m. - 4:35 a.m.
YVR
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MAA
25h 17m
2 stops
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7:35 a.m. - 9:15 p.m.
MAA
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YVR
26h 10m
1 stop
C$ 1,904British Airways
Thu, 24 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep
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4:45 p.m. - 2:30 a.m.
YHZ
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MAA
25h 15m
2 stops
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9:50 a.m. - 9:12 p.m.
MAA
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YHZ
43h 52m
2 stops
C$ 2,101Emirates
Thu, 24 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep
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4:45 p.m. - 8:05 a.m.
YHZ
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MAA
30h 50m
2 stops
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10:05 p.m. - 9:12 p.m.
MAA
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YHZ
31h 37m
2 stops
C$ 2,104Emirates
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Chennai

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights to Chennai to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights to Chennai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights to Chennai is September, where tickets cost C$ 1,475 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of tickets from Canada is C$ 2,395 and C$ 2,026 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is September with an average price of C$ 1,573.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chennai?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Chennai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price, you should book around 6 weeks before departure, which saves you about 16% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

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FAQs - booking Chennai flights

  • How can I get from Chennai Airport to the city centre using public transport?

    The easiest way to get to and from the airport by public transport is to catch the Chennai metro rail blue line, which goes from the airport all the way to the city centre. A single trip costs ₹ 70 (C$ 1.50) and takes about 60 minutes. Alternatively, look for bus line 18A, available from the bus stop located outside the terminal building, which runs every hour from the airport and reaches the city centre within about 45 minutes.

  • Are there any hotels near Chennai Airport?

    Passengers who are looking for a place to stay near the airport following their flight to Chennai can head to one of 4 accommodations located near the airport. The Radisson Blu Hotel Chennai, Trident Chennai, Just Guest House and Quality Inn Airport are all located within 10 minutes of the airport terminals and all offer airport shuttle transfers.

  • How can I get a taxi from Chennai Airport?

    You can get a taxi from the taxi ranks located outside the airport terminal. You will have a choice between a prepaid taxi or a metred taxi. To get a prepaid taxi, head to the taxi booth at the arrivals area where you can pay the taxi fare in advance. You will then be given a ticket to give your driver before starting your trip. The average cost of a taxi trip to the city centre is ₹ 500 (about C$ 10).

  • Are there any airport lounges at Chennai Airport?

    Those who would like to head to a quiet space upon arrival can look for one of the Travel Club airport lounges. The lounge in the international terminal is located near Gate 7, is open 24 hours a day and offers refreshments, newspapers and Wi-Fi. The lounge is accessible through lounge memberships or through prepaid passes which must be purchased online 24 hours in advance.

  • Which other nearby cities does Chennai International Airport (MAA) serve?

    MAA serves not just Chennai but also Kanchipuram and Mahabalipuram, two cities that are close by. Kanchipuram is 121 km away from Chennai, while Mahabalipuram is located at 57 km away. The most practical mode of transportation from Chennai International Airport to these adjacent cities is by car rental.

  • How convenient is it to land at Chennai International Airport late at night?

    You don't need to be alarmed if your flight to Chennai is scheduled to arrive at Chennai International Airport in the wee hours of the morning. The sleeping pod facility is where you can spend the rest of the night. These facility is located near the baggage belt and has four bed-sized capsules. If you are certain that your flight will arrive at MAA late at night, it will be good to book space for your space at the sleeping pod facility.

  • How far is Chennai Airport from central Chennai?

    You’ll need to travel 16 km to reach the Chennai city centre from Chennai Airport.

  • What is the name of Chennai’s airport?

    Chennai is served by Chennai Airport, also commonly referred to as Chennai or Chennai Intl. The airport code is MAA.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Chennai?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Chennai.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Chennai?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Chennai is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Chennai?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Chennai with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Chennai?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Chennai up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Chennai

  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Chennai flight deals.
  • Passengers arriving after a flight to Chennai Airport (MAA), will conveniently find drinking water fountains available for use free of charge, any time of the day. Cups are provided for those who don’t have a water bottle with them.
  • Those who wish to store their luggage upon arrival at Chennai Airport can do so at the left luggage facility, which is located between the domestic and international terminals. Long term storage is available for up to one week.
  • Should you need medical assistance at Chennai Airport, you can head to the Apollo Hospitals First Aid Room, which provides emergency and urgent medical care. To gain access, head to the information desk or ask an airport staff member for assistance.
  • If you wish to purchase local currency upon arrival at Chennai Airport, head to one of the five currency exchange counters located at the international terminal, which are open 24 hours a day. Alternatively, you can use one of the ATMs available throughout the airport to withdraw cash.
  • If you are traveling light and would like to experience traveling like a local, try riding a rickshaw from the Chennai Airport. They are available from outside the terminal and are cheaper than taxis, although they might take a bit longer to get you to your destination. You should agree on the fare with the driver beforehand, as a trip to the city centre should cost ₹ 252 (about C$ 5) during the day and ₹ 377 (about C$ 8) after 11:00 pm.
  • Chennai International Airport (MAA) serves as the primary airport of arrival for flights to Chennai. Buses operated by MTC are more convenient and less expensive when connecting from MAA to the city centre. The bus travels from the airport to the city centre in around 24 minutes. If you want to go to the airport as quickly as you can, you can also take a cab.
  • Book flights that land at Tirupati Airport (TIR), from which you can take a bus to Chennai, if you wish to save money on your airfare and experience better convenience. Compared to planes landing at MAA, fewer flights per day arrive at this airport. As a result, the lines at the baggage claim locations are always shorter.
  • IndiGo and Blue Dart's hub is Chennai International Airport. The most flights per day that arrive at MAA are operated by these airlines. Therefore, by making a reservation with one of these airlines, you may be confident that you'll obtain a flight that reliably fits your schedule. The airlines are well-known for being a ultra-low-cost carriers as well.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying to Chennai

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to Chennai. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from Canada to Chennai. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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Cathay PacificOverall score based on 1329 reviews
7.6Comfort
7.8Entertainment
7.9Boarding
8.1Crew
7.3Food
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Frequently flyer number should and could have been put on at the time of booking as I gave the number when booking.

8.0 ExcellentScott, May 2026
DFW - HKG
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Frequently flyer number should and could have been put on at the time of booking as I gave the number when booking.

I do not think there was much that could have been done to make it better. The delayed flight was due to bad weather. The turbulent patches were very unavoidable. Am simply thankful that there were no sudden and / or sharp drops during the flight. I do extend my compliments to captain Marcus I believe was his name and the rest of the crew. They all did an excellent job. My only question is whether I get a refund since the seats I had chosen and paid for were reassigned.

Missed our flight with Cathay due to late Westjet plane and chaotic Toronto airport. Had to clear customs get bags and re check bags in an hour. Did not make it got lost not clear signage with bag drop off. West jet only allowed 1 checked bag for this international fluid. Cathay checked my second bag for free.

Very bad. Flight got delayed and missed my transfer flight twice. Had to stay overnight in Hong Kong and the next flight booked was also delayed.i had the worst experience flying from Singapore to San Francisco. Lots of delays and rerouting.

I booked wheel chair for my mother but she was told to walk by herself in the middle of her way to the gate. She had to board a connecting flight under a time crunch and this was unfair to leave her to walk. Other than that they had no complains about anything else.

More tasty food particularly ethnic food. Staff didn’t respond to calls some of the time in premium economy.

Boarding on any airline is a hot mess. Load your pivilaged passengers, then back to front. Back to front.

I liked the service. The touch screen needs improvement as well as movie choices.

The flight experience was good for a long flight over the pole, but it got my wife to the Far East in time.

the crew was rude - there were no smiles when serving. they always had the look of why did you call me?

Looks like a local flight. Food was horrible. No entertainment system.

I am a big person and have back pain and swelling in my legs, so this was a challenging flight due to confined space. I didn't find the crew very friendly either. I will think twice before flying long distances with Qatar again, due to the lack of legroom.

I wish I knew in advance that the connecting flight was by indigo air

I appreciated the vailability of wheelchair services for persons with mobility issues all the way up to the aircraft. What could be better would be the food choices.

Plane was good Crew was good Food was just ok Could have had more entertainment options But overall good

Awesome hospitality, awesome staff, awesome food & awesome travel time. Thanks

My baggage is lost. Flight cancelled, Rebooked ticket through long routes. Mental stress, emotional hurt

Economy travel is really hard with no room to move especially when the person sitting beside you is an XL or XXL size person who if moving could hit your face

Indigo airlines is terrible. Staff is awful and so disorganized. They are so rude and unhelpful. I will never travel on Indigo airlines again!!!!!

The Achilles heel of the experience with Qatar Airways is the Doha Airport, especially for travellers arriving into Doha and not transiting. This airport suffers from being ambitiously big and the immigration into Qatar being overly time taking. At the end of my particular flight in which my travel was ending in Doha, the plane parked at a very remote terminal, from where it took me 30 minutes to arrive just at the immigration counter, with fast paced walking and the time on a train inside the airport. Then, at the immigration counter it takes up to a minute or more to process each tourist visitor,due to time taking face and finger scanning processes and langugage barriers if there are questions or information to be exchanged verbally with the officers. If several planes have landed at the same time, it is not unusual that one has to wait 45 to 60 minutes in the immigration queue. In short, the frustration of arriving at Doha takes away all positive vibe of the airline, as the airline and the airport are heavily intertwined and are marketed together.

1 hour delay meant missed my connecting flight and 1st day of holiday

The seats seemed smaller than other business class offerings. The entertainment menu was limited. Flight crew was good.

Good service. But on flight to Kochi no entertainment except in app. And no working outlets to charge phone.

No entertainment except on app. No outlets working to charge. Good service

Was so disappointing. Business class with no TV, uncomfortable seats. Had much higher expectations.

I missed my flight ,staff unhelpful, they sat and watched me wait ,gangway door closed, English was a problem no announcement I was on time now I missed my month vacation ,lost 1400 bucks no refund I'm sick to my stomach

I paid 44 $ for seat upgrade (22D) and my seat was stack in high position for all the 6 hours of flight. I don't recommend the upgrade. I am looking to get my upgrade payment back

Poor boarding with incorrect gate numbers. Poor service they told me to throw away brand new water bottles. Poor immigration officers most likely American who hates Muslims. Poor service in the plane with no Urdu language sign posted anywhere. Horrible seats with no comfort at all they think people traveling in economy are animals. Slow food and water services. Slow baggage arrival.

My baggage was not boarded and is still missing. I was only carring one piece of luggage and that is misplaced now I am stuck at mumbai without luggage. I had an onward journey from here

Etihad charged me for 2 check in bags. On Kayak search results price was showing 2 check in bags were included. Kayak need to reimburse me for these additional charges and metal agony and distress. Thanks.

The map feature on the display at the seat had challenges. The biggest issue was the flight had no WIFI. Most of the smaller planes now have free WIFI. American Airlines on the flight over had WIFI you could purchase. With 8-10 hours on a single flight, the ability to do work via WIFI is essential!!

My experience with IndiGo was terrible. I had tried to check in online. I could do the DEL to LHR and from LHR to JFK. However, I was unable to check in for the CCU to DEL flight. There was no explanation of why I could not do so. After 2.5 hours of being shuffled from one place to another, I found out that because I was on a codeshare flight, I had to get my boarding pass at the airport. For 2.5 hours, no one was able to explain this to me.

A little bit late but it went smoothly overall. Delicious food on Indigo!

Check-in and boarding were great. On flight staff were rude and disrespectful. Paid for extra room and found it incredibly cramped. Bathrooms kept in poor condition. Overall negative experience.

The business class seating arrangement for LHR to MAA was very uncomfortable. The movie options were terrible.

Need thicker and wider blankets. Food was below standard especially in the fist leg.

Even in business class, no 2 members of our family including kids were able to sit together. I booked the tickets months in advance. The all my luggage was left in London and arrived 2 days later. It took hours to report the missing luggage at the airport and 3-4 hours to recover one of the bags from the airport with mind bending amount of paperwork. Worst experience ever, I would seriously reconsider traveling by British Airways again.

Overall, the food and entertainment were great. The staff were amazing, polite and professional. They did not have WiFi on board on this leg but that was okay. There was a delay in boarding from London and landing at Mumbai airport but the pilot communicate DC the reason for the delayed landing. They even sent us an apology afterwards for the delayed landing.

Decrepit planes, poor business class layout designed to maximize revenue, no decent movie selection.

Everything excellent except for bag drop off. We started at the D area and that was so slow that it was eventually closed just as we were about to go to a station. We then went to F. We got one suitcase checked and then the screen showed that the station was no longer operable. There were long lines everywhere so we had to ask if we could butt in to the next station to finish. Again, this was the only incident, otherwise it was an excellent flying experience

I appreciated a meal on the shorter flight. It was slightly delayed with no announcement but I was able to determine what was happening.

Very comfortable flight. I appreciate the announcements were also in English.

I don't think there were entertainment options (short flight) - which is why I gave the 'ok' sign. Didn't make a diff in my flight experience either way, however

Poor, pilot flew as if he was in hurry and had to coverup for wasted time

The planes did not have charging jacks for phones or lap tops and there are no monitors for movies. On the flight from Delhi to Hyderabad I was the last person in First asked for a meal choice and only one meal was available so I had no choice.

Entertainment systems did not work at all And the seats are the worse on this 787-8 aircraft. Normally I get good sleep on long flights but this time I only slept 2 hours out of the 8+.

The web check in doesn’t work. Had to wait 10 minutes on the counter for them to figure out boarding. I understand AI Express doesn’t have a practice to offer food to everyone in the business class. The flight attendant asks for name (not sure why she doesn’t know it especially with only 8 passengers in the business class) to figure out whether or not they should serve food. KAYAK should sell AI Express tickets separately, not as part of AI. Neither the experience close to AI, the Maharaja points also don’t get awarded despite Express being part of AI.

tray table was inclined by 30 degress so could not use it

Very poor experience. The entertainment screen wasn't working, charging USB was not working. There was a water leak on my head from air conditioning. The tray table was cracked. seats were old and dirty.

The plane was very dated with the worst entertainment system i have seen in 30 years. Flight attendants were responsive.

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