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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 1,261
Overall average: C$ 1,647
Air India
Fri 8/5Sat 23/5
YVR - MAA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 635
Typical prices: C$ 988-C$ 1,127
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/2
YVR - MAA • 2 stops
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Emirates' economy class offers 84 cm legroom and screens.
Chennai Airport has direct metro links to the city.
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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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Recent round-trip flight deals to Chennai

Fri, 8 May - Sat, 23 May
Air India Logo
10:15 a.m. - 12:30 a.m.
YVR
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MAA
25h 45m1 stop
Air India Logo
8:40 p.m. - 7:35 a.m.
MAA
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YVR
23h 25m1 stop
C$ 1,261Air India
Mon, 2 Feb - Wed, 18 Feb
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:35 p.m. - 12:35 a.m.
YVR
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MAA
22h 30m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
2:00 a.m. - 8:35 p.m.
MAA
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YVR
32h 05m1 stop
C$ 1,283Cathay Pacific
Mon, 30 Mar - Wed, 22 Apr
Cathay Pacific Logo
2:10 p.m. - 12:15 a.m.
YVR
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MAA
21h 35m1 stop
Cathay Pacific Logo
1:30 a.m. - 9:25 p.m.
MAA
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YVR
32h 25m1 stop
C$ 1,285Cathay Pacific
Mon, 26 Jan - Mon, 2 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:20 a.m. - 1:40 a.m.
YVR
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MAA
35h 50m3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:05 a.m. - 7:15 p.m.
MAA
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YVR
30h 40m2 stops
C$ 1,287Multiple Airlines
Thu, 19 Feb - Thu, 19 Mar
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:20 a.m. - 1:10 a.m.
YYZ
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MAA
28h 20m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:10 a.m. - 9:05 a.m.
MAA
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YYZ
32h 25m2 stops
C$ 1,486Ethiopian Air
Mon, 19 Jan - Thu, 5 Feb
Etihad Airways Logo
2:45 p.m. - 2:30 a.m.
YYZ
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MAA
25h 15m1 stop
Etihad Airways Logo
4:10 p.m. - 9:20 a.m.
MAA
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YYZ
27h 40m1 stop
C$ 1,508Etihad Airways
Sun, 8 Feb - Thu, 5 Mar
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:20 a.m. - 8:10 a.m.
YYZ
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MAA
35h 20m1 stop
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:10 a.m. - 8:05 a.m.
MAA
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YYZ
32h 25m2 stops
C$ 1,512Ethiopian Air
Mon, 2 Feb - Thu, 5 Feb
Air Canada Logo
7:00 a.m. - 12:05 a.m.
YUL
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MAA
30h 35m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
1:50 a.m. - 9:52 p.m.
MAA
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YUL
30h 32m2 stops
C$ 1,566Air Canada
Sun, 26 Apr - Wed, 23 Sep
Air Canada Logo
11:40 p.m. - 12:10 a.m.
YYC
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MAA
37h 00m2 stops
Air Canada Logo
1:55 a.m. - 12:37 a.m.
MAA
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YYC
34h 12m2 stops
C$ 1,588Air Canada
Mon, 27 Apr - Thu, 24 Sep
Air India Logo
6:15 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
YEG
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MAA
27h 15m2 stops
Air India Logo
9:40 p.m. - 2:05 p.m.
MAA
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YEG
27h 55m2 stops
C$ 1,643Air India
Booking Insights

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 October, where tickets cost C$ 1,644 on average for one-way flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of tickets from Canada is C$ 2,614 and C$ 2,192 respectively. For return trips, the best month to travel is September with an average price of C$ 1,545.

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 0 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 78 days before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight to Chennai

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
Air India

Air India's Upgrade+ allows bidding for discounted upgrades on long flights.


Air India's economy class offers complimentary meals, including vegetarian options.

Etihad Airways

Etihad's economy offers extra legroom seats for more comfort on long-haul flights.


Etihad's Wi-Fi offers basic chat service for all loyalty members.

British Airways

BA's premium economy offers 18 cm extra legroom, ideal for long-haul comfort.


BA's economy includes a free snack and water on long-haul flights.

Emirates

Emirates' economy class offers 84 cm legroom, 13.3-inch screens, and generous baggage allowances.


Emirates' Wi-Fi is free for Skywards members, with affordable options for others.

Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways' Qsuites offer a private, lie-flat experience in Business Class.


Qatar's Economy includes a free checked bag and seatback TV for long-haul comfort.

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Airlines' MyShebaSpace allows purchasing extra seats for more space on long flights.


Ethiopian's Cloud Nine offers priority boarding and increased baggage allowance.

Airports
MAA

Chennai Airport offers direct metro and rail connections to the city, making it convenient to reach downtown in about 20 minutes.

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Good to know – Book Cheap Chennai Plane Tickets

Low seasonNovember
Cheapest flightC$ 635
Best time to beat the crowds (5% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (8% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel to Chennai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. The information is for flights to Chennai based on your location. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

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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8.1
EmiratesOverall score based on 3447 reviews
8.2Entertainment
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
7.9Food
8.3Crew
Airline reviews

I liked everything: the service, the food, the cleanness. I flew last year with Qatar Airways, so I can compare. Emirates did much better! Especially their meals and service.

10.0 ExcellentElena, Dec 2025
DXB - COK
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I liked everything: the service, the food, the cleanness. I flew last year with Qatar Airways, so I can compare. Emirates did much better! Especially their meals and service.

Super flight. On time departure and arrival. Very good service. Luggage arrival at DXB was a little delayed but you can’t have everything the very best :)

Wonderful Premium Economy experience. Felt as good as Business Class for food and entertainment. Comfortable sleeping too

Sadly I couldn't get the food I requested as it was out. Also, if you don't want to be woken up make sure the crew knows it. My wife was woken on every service.

Can’t complain Only downside was the Kiosk passport check and customs clearance at Melbourne. When will they improve that service🤔

We travelled in economy, were very satisfied with the comfort and keg space of the seats. Food was great compared to other airlines, the crew were very helpful and friendly. Since i was travelling with kids, i needed assistance multiple of times. Will be definitely taking long flights with Emirates from now on.

The staff on board were excellent. Kind, thoughtful, helpful - not just with me but with others around that I observed. Wonderful service.

The flight from Beijing to Dubai was good. The flight from Dubai to Barcelona was excellent because of the staff on board.

First time and very memorable, the finest flying experience ive ever had

Ove the A380 planes. Comfortable seats. Served great Indian food and Masala Chai!

Food , drink experience were great with Cathay. Crew service was excellent. Clean toilet and full snack bars always, pilot took of 26minutes later when boarding at Hong Kong with extra US customs check at gate 9 for US flight, but he managed to arrive only 2 minutes later from flight tracker. Smooth flight .

The experience was efficient, on time, and provided great service.

one hour transit not good. cathay pacific is not helpful at all

Trip was fine. My only complaint was that when the passenger in front of me reclined her seat (which was, in essence, the whole flight except landing and take-off,) it was uncomfortably claustrophobic for me and very difficult for my husband to get in and out of his window seat. Also uncomfortable to watch the entertainment because the screen was right in your face.

My flight was suppose to be at 7:45pm to fly but it didnt fly out until 8:55 to dallas so then all of my other flights was late and delay ihad to wait at the airport for extra 14 hours to be able to get on a different plane

It was good. The planes needed to be updated though, they were dated and the entertainment systems were old. Service was amazing. The pre-booked meals were lacklustre.

Crew on this flight dedicate their business class service to their high priority members. They would get priority service even the seats are behind me, and meals priority service and orders. I get the left over choices. I refused to eat because I felt discriminated, never booking this airline.

Very friendly and accommodating staff. Food was great. Lots of movies and tv shows to choose from. Highly recommend.

The staff were so friendly and accommodating. The food was great. Lots of movies to choose from as well as tv shows. Highly recommend.

Leg room wasn't that great. Other than that it was a good flight

It was fantastic. The flight from Chicago to Abu Dahbi was fantastic. The crew, food and service were amazing. Everything was handled by the crew member assigned to us , Nicholas, was usually done before we asked for it. Highly recommend Etihad!

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

It was an old plane with seats not comfortable and with little space for the legs. I must say that the previous flight I had was amazing on a very comfortable new plane

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

Wish the flight attendants were more attentive in serving food

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.

Very delayed and uncomfortable seats. Nothing written in Urdu for Pakistanis. Tons of Pakistanis use the airline they should ensure the airline is accommodating them properly.

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

We booked a business class ticket via Underpricer. Somehow they screwed up our ticket from Abu Dhabi to Ahmedabad. We will be hesitant to book again with them.

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.

Need to offer Better food from LAX to London Service from London to Delhi very delayed after take off.

Bag drop in Jersey was very long. British Airways could have had more people available to check bags.

Experience with British Airways was hopeless and the response from ground staff after flight cancellation was hopeless

I had a great experience on this flight! The crew was extremely helpful and attentive. Seats are very comfortable and the in flight entertainment was excellent.

Very old and ill maintained flights. Seats didn’t have proper cushioning. The entertainment system was a joke. That’s the least one can expect from a 19 hour long flight.

Flight was delayed in phases from 84ppm to 2am. And at 2am it was cancelled. Only refund option provided and no stay was provided. Poor communication throughout and shameless behaviour from the airline with no regard for seniors citizens and those travelling with children.

Poor entertainment. Charging station was broken, not clean washrooms, 6hrs delay , no apologies given

Very bad experience luggage never made to destination no help form airlines staff aircraft was old crappy forts staff service bad airlines staff

The boarding experience was very organized and easy to follow. The flight was pleasant and the food provided was also very good. Both Delhi and Mumbai airport have metro connections which make getting around much easier.

Horrible flight. No entertainment or WiFi for a 14-hour flight. No explanations either. I’ll never fly Air India again.

Aircraft condition poor, no inflight entertainment, broken seats, seats worn, split armrests, flat seat cushions and seat would recline. Aircraft needs refitting completely!

Food, choice of menu and quantity were poor. Crew services were even poorer, not attending call bittons

There’s no comparison for new avatar of air India. Long live Air India. Amazing hospitality and ultra soft polite charming crew

Several seats in business class were broken. Some would not recline, others had other problems. They need to really update the seats and AV.

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