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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 160
Typical prices: C$ 138-C$ 187
IndiGo
Tue 25/12Sat 29/12
HYD - MAA • Direct
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 78
Typical prices: C$ 66-C$ 99
IndiGo
Sat 15/12
HYD - MAA • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with IndiGo and Alliance Air. Average duration is 1h 20m
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Most punctual • 95% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 20% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 14% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 151 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 27m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Hyderabad to Chennai (HYD-MAA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Hyderabad to Chennai

Fri, 25 Dec - Tue, 29 Dec
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12:30 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.HYD  Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl-MAA Chennai
1h 15mdirect
IndiGo Logo
6:35 p.m. - 7:50 p.m.MAA  Chennai-HYD Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl
1h 15mdirect
C$ 160IndiGo
1 day ago
Thu, 7 Jan - Fri, 8 Jan
IndiGo Logo
9:40 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.HYD  Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl-MAA Chennai
1h 20mdirect
IndiGo Logo
7:40 p.m. - 8:55 p.m.MAA  Chennai-HYD Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl
1h 15mdirect
C$ 161IndiGo
1 day ago
Tue, 1 Dec - Thu, 3 Dec
Air India Express Logo
9:55 p.m. - 12:10 p.m.HYD  Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl-MAA Chennai
14h 15m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
Air India Express Logo
4:45 p.m. - 7:20 a.m.MAA  Chennai-HYD Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl
14h 35m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
C$ 166Air India Express
3+ days ago
Fri, 11 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
IndiGo Logo
7:10 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.HYD  Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl-MAA Chennai
1h 20mdirect
IndiGo Logo
5:25 p.m. - 6:40 p.m.MAA  Chennai-HYD Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl
1h 15mdirect
C$ 167IndiGo
2 days ago
Tue, 1 Dec - Thu, 3 Dec
IndiGo Logo
9:40 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.HYD  Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl-MAA Chennai
1h 20mdirect
IndiGo Logo
7:40 p.m. - 8:55 p.m.MAA  Chennai-HYD Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl
1h 15mdirect
C$ 168IndiGo
3+ days ago
Thu, 14 Jan - Fri, 15 Jan
IndiGo Logo
9:40 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.HYD  Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl-MAA Chennai
1h 20mdirect
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2:35 p.m. - 10:35 p.m.MAA  Chennai-HYD Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl
8h 00m1 stop Rajahmundry
C$ 170IndiGo
1 day ago
Wed, 25 Nov - Sun, 27 Dec
IndiGo Logo
9:25 a.m. - 5:55 p.m.HYD  Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl-MAA Chennai
8h 30m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
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7:40 p.m. - 8:55 p.m.MAA  Chennai-HYD Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl
1h 15mdirect
C$ 171IndiGo
1 day ago
Sat, 5 Dec - Sun, 6 Dec
IndiGo Logo
12:10 p.m. - 1:40 p.m.HYD  Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl-MAA Chennai
1h 30mdirect
IndiGo Logo
6:35 p.m. - 7:50 p.m.MAA  Chennai-HYD Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl
1h 15mdirect
C$ 173IndiGo
3+ days ago
Thu, 26 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
IndiGo Logo
11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.HYD  Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl-MAA Chennai
1h 15mdirect
IndiGo Logo
3:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.MAA  Chennai-HYD Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl
1h 15mdirect
C$ 174IndiGo
3+ days ago
Thu, 10 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec
IndiGo Logo
1:25 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.HYD  Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl-MAA Chennai
6h 05m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
IndiGo Logo
6:35 p.m. - 7:50 p.m.MAA  Chennai-HYD Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl
1h 15mdirect
C$ 176IndiGo
2 days ago
Booking Insights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Hyderabad to Chennai typically range from C$ 138 to C$ 187. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 160, on IndiGo.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Hyderabad to Chennai. It's 4% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 1% higher.

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

•February and March are the cheapest months to fly from Hyderabad to Chennai at C$ 140 round-trip.
•October (C$ 195) and July (C$ 191) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 39% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Hyderabad to Chennai the cheapest?

Flights from Hyderabad to Chennai are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 20% 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 Hyderabad to Chennai

 
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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 Hyderabad to Chennai flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

C$ 78
Beat the crowds with an average 28% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 43% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from Hyderabad to Chennai

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Your Hyderabad to Chennai 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 Hyderabad to Chennai?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 7:10 am and lands at 8:30 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:40 pm and lands at 11:00 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 20m.

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

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

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

    A direct flight from Hyderabad to Chennai takes 1h 20m, covering 816 km.

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

    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 Hyderabad to Chennai flight?

    Round-trip flights from Hyderabad to Chennai range from C$ 138 to C$ 187, with an average of C$ 162 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 138 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 6% above the C$ 162 route average. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 151 round-trip via Bengaluru Intl (BLR), compared to C$ 162 for direct.

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

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

    • Alliance Air: 95% on time
    • Air India Express: 92% on time
    • IndiGo: 88% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 87% of the time.

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

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 20–C$ 49 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 Hyderabad to Chennai?

    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 Hyderabad to Chennai spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Hyderabad to Chennai 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 Hyderabad to Chennai changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route varied from about C$ 160 to C$ 216. That means the highest observed fare was about 35% higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Hyderabad to Chennai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 89, which is 8% above the typical average for this route.

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

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

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

    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 Hyderabad to Chennai?

    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 Hyderabad to Chennai route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 56m.

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

    One-stop flights from Hyderabad to Chennai most commonly connect through:

    • Bengaluru Intl (BLR) – 81% of one-stop connections
    • Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM) – 6% of one-stop connections
    • Shivamogga (RQY) – 6% of one-stop connections
    • Vishakhapatnam (VTZ) – 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 6% on flights from Hyderabad to Chennai. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 157 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at C$ 166, a difference of C$ 9.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Hyderabad to Chennai?

    2 airlines operate flights between Hyderabad and Chennai. 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 Hyderabad to Chennai?

    Flying via Shivamogga (RQY) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 27m, compared with 4h 26m via Vishakhapatnam (VTZ) and 5h 24m via Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM).

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

    Among airlines operating Hyderabad to Chennai flights:

    • IndiGo: 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 Hyderabad to Chennai 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 Hyderabad to Chennai 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average C$ 157, about C$ 9 less than Monday fares (5% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 20% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Hyderabad to Chennai trip for February. Fares historically average C$ 140 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 56 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Alliance Air. Over the past three months, 95% of Alliance Air flights from Hyderabad to Chennai arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 87%. 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 have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Bengaluru Intl Airport (BLR) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 151 round-trip on this route – about C$ 11 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chennai Airport.

    • Radisson Blu Hotel And Suites GRT Chennai
    • Hotel Mount Manor
    • NK Grand Park Hotel

Prefer to fly direct from Hyderabad to Chennai?

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

Direct departures

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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Direct returns

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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