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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 170
Typical prices: C$ 133-C$ 188
IndiGo
Sat 20/1Sat 20/1
MAA - HYD • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 173
Typical prices: C$ 133-C$ 189
IndiGo
Fri 7/12Tue 11/12
MAA - HYD • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with IndiGo and Alliance Air. Average duration is 1h 17m
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Most punctual • 93% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 28% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 203 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 16h 52m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Chennai to Hyderabad (MAA-HYD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Chennai to Hyderabad

Wed, 20 Jan - Wed, 20 Jan
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7:10 a.m. - 10:35 a.m.MAA  Chennai-HYD Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl
3h 25m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
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11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.HYD  Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl-MAA Chennai
1h 15mdirect
C$ 170IndiGo
3+ days ago
Mon, 30 Nov - Sun, 20 Dec
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10:20 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.MAA  Chennai-HYD Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl
5h 55m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
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12:30 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.HYD  Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl-MAA Chennai
1h 15mdirect
C$ 170IndiGo
6 hours ago
Thu, 31 Dec - Tue, 5 Jan
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7:40 p.m. - 8:55 p.m.MAA  Chennai-HYD Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl
1h 15mdirect
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5:25 p.m. - 10:05 p.m.HYD  Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl-MAA Chennai
4h 40m1 stop Vijayawada
C$ 171IndiGo
1 day ago
Sat, 19 Dec - Tue, 5 Jan
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7:40 p.m. - 8:55 p.m.MAA  Chennai-HYD Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl
1h 15mdirect
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9:25 a.m. - 5:55 p.m.HYD  Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl-MAA Chennai
8h 30m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
C$ 171IndiGo
3+ days ago
Sat, 16 Jan - Sun, 17 Jan
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7:00 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.MAA  Chennai-HYD Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl
7h 45m1 stop Vijayawada
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11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.HYD  Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl-MAA Chennai
1h 15mdirect
C$ 171IndiGo
2 days ago
Tue, 8 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec
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7:40 p.m. - 8:55 p.m.MAA  Chennai-HYD Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl
1h 15mdirect
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9:40 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.HYD  Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl-MAA Chennai
1h 20mdirect
C$ 173IndiGo
2 days ago
Mon, 7 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec
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6:35 p.m. - 7:50 p.m.MAA  Chennai-HYD Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl
1h 15mdirect
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11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.HYD  Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl-MAA Chennai
1h 15mdirect
C$ 173IndiGo
2 days ago
Thu, 26 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
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5:25 p.m. - 6:40 p.m.MAA  Chennai-HYD Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl
1h 15mdirect
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9:40 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.HYD  Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl-MAA Chennai
1h 20mdirect
C$ 174IndiGo
3+ days ago
Wed, 20 Jan - Wed, 20 Jan
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8:55 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.MAA  Chennai-HYD Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl
6h 05m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
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6:00 p.m. - 9:35 p.m.HYD  Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl-MAA Chennai
3h 35m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
C$ 176IndiGo
3+ days ago
Wed, 25 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
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10:20 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.MAA  Chennai-HYD Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl
7h 40m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
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11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.HYD  Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl-MAA Chennai
1h 15mdirect
C$ 177IndiGo
3+ days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Chennai to Hyderabad flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Chennai to Hyderabad?

Round-trip flights from Chennai to Hyderabad typically range from C$ 133 to C$ 188. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 170, on IndiGo.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chennai to Hyderabad?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chennai to Hyderabad. It's 4% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Hyderabad?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Hyderabad at C$ 116 round-trip.
•August (C$ 215) and October (C$ 200) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 86% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Chennai to Hyderabad the cheapest?

Flights from Chennai to Hyderabad are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 28% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Chennai to Hyderabad

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on HYD and MAA

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

Key details for Chennai to Hyderabad flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

C$ 81
Beat the crowds with an average 17% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 25% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from Chennai to Hyderabad

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chennai to Hyderabad based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Chennai to Hyderabad flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Chennai to Hyderabad?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chennai to Hyderabad:

    • Earliest: departs at 7:15 am and lands at 8:32 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:35 pm and lands at 10:52 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 17m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Chennai to Hyderabad?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Chennai to Hyderabad.

  • How long does a flight from Chennai to Hyderabad take?

    A direct flight from Chennai to Hyderabad takes 1h 17m, covering 816 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chennai to Hyderabad?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driver's licence.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chennai to Hyderabad flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chennai to Hyderabad range from C$ 133 to C$ 188, with an average of C$ 160 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 133 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Chennai to Hyderabad flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 7% above the C$ 160 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Chennai to Hyderabad?

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Direct fares average C$ 160 round-trip, compared to C$ 203 via a layover through Bengaluru Intl (BLR).

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Chennai to Hyderabad?

    Alliance Air is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while IndiGo has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Chennai to Hyderabad flights are:

    • Alliance Air: 93% on time
    • IndiGo: 89% on time
    • SpiceJet: 83% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 89% of the time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Chennai to Hyderabad?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 20–C$ 41 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Chennai to Hyderabad?

    The Airbus A320neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by IndiGo and Air India Express. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

  • How are flight departures from Chennai to Hyderabad spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Chennai to Hyderabad flights, with 34% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, Afternoon flights for 22%, and Night flights for 11%.

  • Have flight prices from Chennai to Hyderabad changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about C$ 170 to C$ 243. That means the highest observed fare was about 42% higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Chennai to Hyderabad looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chennai to Hyderabad are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 104, which is 32% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chennai to Hyderabad?

    Flights from Chennai to Hyderabad usually depart from Chennai (MAA) and arrive at Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl (HYD).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Chennai to Hyderabad?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Chennai to Hyderabad?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Chennai to Hyderabad route, 11% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 56m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chennai to Hyderabad pass through?

    Connecting flights from Chennai to Hyderabad most commonly pass through:

    • Bengaluru Intl (BLR) – 93% of one-stop connections
    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chennai to Hyderabad?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 8% on flights from Chennai to Hyderabad. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 154 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at C$ 167, a difference of C$ 13.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • Which airlines fly from Chennai to Hyderabad?

    2 airlines operate flights between Chennai and Hyderabad. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • IndiGo
    • Alliance Air

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Chennai to Hyderabad?

    Flying via Bengaluru Intl (BLR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 46m, compared with 16h 52m via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL).

  • Which popular places can I visit in Hyderabad?

    Charminar is one of the most viewed places in Hyderabad on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Chennai to Hyderabad flights?

    Among airlines operating Chennai to Hyderabad flights:

    • IndiGo: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Chennai to Hyderabad flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • IndiGo: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Air India Express: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Alliance Air: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Chennai to Hyderabad flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Saturday flights average C$ 154, about C$ 13 less than Tuesday fares (8% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 28% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chennai to Hyderabad trip for November. Fares historically average C$ 116 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 100 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Alliance Air. Over the past three months, 93% of Alliance Air flights from Chennai to Hyderabad arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 89%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 56m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl Airport.

    • Novotel Hyderabad Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Chennai to Hyderabad?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Chennai Airport to Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Chennai to Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl

Monday

Alliance Air,IndiGo

Alliance Air,IndiGo

Tuesday

IndiGo

IndiGo

Wednesday

Alliance Air,IndiGo

Alliance Air,IndiGo

Thursday

IndiGo

IndiGo

Friday

Alliance Air,IndiGo

Alliance Air,IndiGo

Saturday

IndiGo

IndiGo

Sunday

IndiGo

IndiGo

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Direct returns

Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl to Chennai

Monday

Alliance Air,IndiGo

Alliance Air,IndiGo

Tuesday

IndiGo

IndiGo

Wednesday

Alliance Air,IndiGo

Alliance Air,IndiGo

Thursday

IndiGo

IndiGo

Friday

Alliance Air,IndiGo

Alliance Air,IndiGo

Saturday

IndiGo

IndiGo

Sunday

IndiGo

IndiGo

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