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Flights to Chennai in 2025

Find the latest flights to Chennai in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 200,618 searches and data was last updated on 22 March 2025.

Return from

S$ 207

One-way from

S$ 160

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

S$ 251

Good round-trip deal

S$ 237 or less

Good one-way deal

S$ 116 or less
SriLankan Airlines
  • SriLankan Airlines
  • 23-4-28-4
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 15m total
  • Singapore to Chennai
SriLankan Airlines
  • SriLankan Airlines
  • 12-4
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 10m total
  • Singapore to Chennai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (S$ 71 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (S$ 16 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Singapore Changi to Chennai.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Singapore Changi to Chennai.

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Wed 23-420:10SIN - MAA
1 stop26h 30mSriLankan Airlines
Mon 28-421:15MAA - SIN
1 stop8h 45mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 21-3S$ 207
Mon 24-308:45SIN - MAA
Nonstop4h 25mAir India
Thu 27-300:45MAA - SIN
Nonstop4h 30mAir India
Deal found 21-3S$ 208
Mon 24-311:25SIN - MAA
1 stop12h 20mAir India Express
Thu 27-302:50MAA - SIN
Nonstop4h 25mAir India Express
Deal found 21-3S$ 219
Wed 26-308:45SIN - MAA
Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30-309:55MAA - SIN
1 stop6h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21-3S$ 222
Wed 23-421:30SIN - MAA
Nonstop4h 05mScoot
Sun 27-400:05MAA - SIN
Nonstop3h 55mScoot
Deal found 21-3S$ 231
Thu 27-314:20SIN - MAA
Nonstop4h 20mIndiGo
Sun 30-306:25MAA - SIN
Nonstop4h 25mIndiGo
Deal found 21-3S$ 290

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Singapore

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SingaporeChennai

SIN - MAA

SINMAA

Singapore Changi

Wed 23-4

20:10-14:55

1 stop21h 15m

Chennai

Wed 21-5

15:55-18:55

1 stop24h 30m

S$ 207

SingaporeChennai

SIN - MAA

SINMAA

Singapore Changi

Sun 20-4

08:45-10:30

Nonstop4h 15m

Chennai

Wed 23-4

00:35-07:45

Nonstop4h 40m

S$ 219

SingaporeChennai

SIN - MAA

SINMAA

Singapore Changi

Thu 3-4

08:45-10:30

Nonstop4h 15m

Chennai

Fri 4-4

09:55-18:55

1 stop6h 30m

S$ 223

SingaporeChennai

SIN - MAA

SINMAA

Singapore Changi

Wed 2-4

13:00-14:55

Nonstop4h 25m

Chennai

Fri 4-4

05:00-11:55

Nonstop4h 25m

S$ 224

SingaporeChennai

SIN - MAA

SINMAA

Singapore Changi

Thu 3-4

04:55-06:30

Nonstop4h 05m

Chennai

Fri 4-4

06:25-13:20

Nonstop4h 25m

S$ 228

SingaporeChennai

SIN - MAA

SINMAA

Singapore Changi

Wed 23-4

21:30-23:05

Nonstop4h 05m

Chennai

Sun 27-4

00:05-06:30

Nonstop3h 55m

S$ 231

SingaporeChennai

SIN - MAA

SINMAA

Singapore Changi

Sat 12-4

20:10-08:50

1 stop15h 10m

S$ 160

SingaporeChennai

SIN - MAA

SINMAA

Singapore Changi

Mon 21-4

02:45-08:25

1 stop8h 10m

S$ 162

SingaporeChennai

SIN - MAA

SINMAA

Singapore Changi

Fri 16-5

08:45-10:30

Nonstop4h 15m

S$ 174

SingaporeChennai

SIN - MAA

SINMAA

Singapore Changi

Fri 28-3

10:45-12:40

Nonstop4h 25m

S$ 178

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Best time to book a flight to Chennai

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Chennai

When is the best time to book a flight to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Singapore to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 14 March 2025.

Booking 67 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to Chennai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

How long is the flight to Chennai?

On average, a flight from Singapore to Chennai takes 4 hours 5 minutes. Flights to Chennai from other popular cities in Singapore will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Singapore to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 16 March 2025.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Chennai should consider flying on Tuesday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Saturday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

Weekly flight availability to Chennai

The most flights from Singapore to Chennai are scheduled on a Friday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Chennai?

The cheapest airlines flying from Singapore to Chennai are Thai AirAsia, AirAsia and Air India Express.

Rainfall in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chennai ranges from 10.0 - 330.0 mm per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 330.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Chennai when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chennai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 33.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 25.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chennai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chennai. Reviews last updated 22 March 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines servicing Chennai, such as Emirates, Cathay Pacific and Ethiopian Air. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

FAQs about flying to Chennai

Direct flights from the UK to Chennai International Airport (MAA) are available from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) with British Airways. On all other flights from UK airports, your journey to Chennai will include at least one stopover. If you’re setting off from London, one quick, cheap way to get to Chennai is to fly with Lufthansa from Heathrow. This journey includes one stopover in Frankfurt (FRA). You can also fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) with Lufthansa, or fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) with Etihad and change planes in Abu Dhabi (AUH).

If you’re looking for somewhere to sleep after your international flights to Chennai, you will find several hotel options located conveniently close to the terminals. Passengers can stay at the Collection O Grace Residency, which is just a 5-minute walk or a 2-minute taxi ride from the airport. You could also stay at SaiBala Hotel Residency, which is situated around a 10-minute taxi ride from Chennai International. To travel this distance from the airport by taxi, will usually cost around INR 400 (GBP 4).

You must have a British passport and a visa to fly to India from the UK. Passengers can check visa requirements, and apply for an e-visa online through the Indian Bureau of Immigration. You must also make sure that your passport is valid for at least six months when you enter India, and that it has two blank pages for your visa stamps. Tourists are not permitted to bring Indian rupees across the border with them, so don’t change money from pounds before you travel. Instead, you should bring your debit card to exchange currency after your arrival.

  • What should I pack for a flight to Chennai?

    Chennai has a tropical climate, with generally hot, dry weather from January to May, and a warm rainy season from July to December. This means that travellers should pack loose, cool clothing that will help them feel comfortable in the heat. It is also a good idea to take a sunhat, sandals or light shoes, and a pair of sunglasses for when you go exploring in Chennai. If you’re travelling during the wet season, you should take clothes that are lightweight and waterproof, or that will dry quickly. This will help you stay comfortable when the weather is humid or if you get caught in the rain.

  • What are some things to do in Chennai?

    Chennai has many incredible cultural landmarks and fun attractions that are perfect for a family day out. If you enjoy visiting heritage sites and learning about Indian culture, you can visit Chennai temples like the Vadapalani Murugan Temple, the Shirdi Sai Baba Temple, or the Kapaleeshwarar Temple. You could also visit the Mylapore Old Town, which has a traditional market and a man-made lake close to its temples. Kids will love a trip to the VGP Marine Kingdom Aquarium. Meanwhile, the Express Avenue Mall and the T Nagar district are perfect places to shop or to try some local street food.

  • Can I take public transit from Chennai Madras International Airport to Chennai?

    There are excellent public transit links between Chennai International Airport and Chennai. Passengers arriving at Chennai Airport can take metro lines 70C, 70V, S69FS, 111, and S100FS to reach the city centre in around 15 to 20 minutes. Taking the metro to Chennai from the terminals is highly affordable, and will usually cost around 100 INR (less than 1 GBP). If you don't want to take local buses to the city, you can also take a taxi from the airport. Taxis can take around 20 to 50 minutes, depending on traffic, and cost around 900 INR (9 GBP). There are also numerous car hire branches located close to Chennai Airport, but you will have to take a short taxi ride to reach them.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chennai?

    Most people fly into Chennai (MAA) if they book a flight to Chennai. Chennai is conveniently located just 16.5 km from Chennai’s city centre. Chennai is the only Chennai airport and it handles 14 daily flights from Singapore. 11 airlines have flights from Singapore to Chennai on a regular basis.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Chennai if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Chennai on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Chennai?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Thai AirAsia is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Chennai.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Chennai?

    Chennai is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Chennai. One-way flights to Chennai typically cost S$ 39, while return flights cost around S$ 76.

  • How much is a return flight to Chennai?

    A return flight to Chennai will typically cost around S$ 205, however they can be found for as little as S$ 57.

  • Does Chennai have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Chennai can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Chennai?

    Yes. Chennai has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Laurent & Benon Premium Service Apartment - Gst Road is the closest property to Chennai (0.0 km away from Chennai).

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