S$ 170+ Cheap flights to Chennai

— MAA
21 Sep — 28 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Chennai in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Chennai

Sat 3-1020:10 -
1 stop15h 10m
Sat 10-1009:55 -
1 stop20h 05m
Deal found 19-8S$ 308
Fri 11-909:45 -
Nonstop4h 10m
Sat 12-901:40 -
Nonstop4h 35m
Deal found 17-8S$ 311
Sun 20-921:20 -
Nonstop4h 00m
Wed 23-923:50 -
Nonstop4h 30m
Deal found 17-8S$ 312
Wed 26-820:10 -
1 stop26h 30m
Fri 28-821:15 -
1 stop19h 10m
Deal found 20-8S$ 314
Mon 7-909:45 -
1 stop7h 40m
Mon 28-921:15 -
1 stop8h 45m
Deal found 20-8S$ 316
Mon 28-907:40 -
Nonstop4h 10m
Wed 7-1023:15 -
Nonstop4h 25m
Deal found 20-8S$ 320
Fri 18-904:40 -
Nonstop4h 05m
Fri 25-914:20 -
Nonstop4h 30m
Deal found 21-8S$ 321
Wed 16-904:40 -
Nonstop4h 05m
Wed 23-914:20 -
Nonstop4h 30m
Deal found 17-8S$ 322
Mon 14-904:40 -
Nonstop4h 05m
Mon 21-920:40 -
Nonstop4h 30m
Deal found 17-8S$ 325
Mon 14-907:40 -
Nonstop4h 10m
Wed 28-1009:50 -
Nonstop4h 35m
Deal found 18-8S$ 326

Find flight deals to Chennai

Return from

S$ 308

One-way from

S$ 170

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

S$ 374

Good round-trip deal

S$ 342 or less

Good one-way deal

S$ 201 or less
SriLankan Airlines
  • SriLankan Airlines
  • 3-10-10-10
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 15m total
  • Singapore to Chennai
SriLankan Airlines
  • SriLankan Airlines
  • 8-9
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 10m total
  • Singapore to Chennai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (S$ 84 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (S$ 10 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in August 2026
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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SingaporeChennai

SIN Singapore Changi - MAA Chennai

SINMAA

Singapore Changi

Thu 22-10

07:40-09:05

Nonstop3h 55m

Chennai

Tue 24-11

09:50-16:55

Nonstop4h 35m

S$ 363

SingaporeChennai

SIN Singapore Changi - MAA Chennai

SINMAA

Singapore Changi

Thu 29-10

07:00-08:45

Nonstop4h 15m

Chennai

Sun 1-11

09:50-16:55

Nonstop4h 35m

S$ 447

SingaporeChennai

SIN Singapore Changi - MAA Chennai

SINMAA

Singapore Changi

Fri 30-10

07:00-08:45

Nonstop4h 15m

Chennai

Wed 18-11

09:50-16:55

Nonstop4h 35m

S$ 463

SingaporeChennai

SIN Singapore Changi - MAA Chennai

SINMAA

Singapore Changi

Tue 3-11

07:00-08:45

Nonstop4h 15m

Chennai

Tue 2-3

09:50-16:55

Nonstop4h 35m

S$ 654

SingaporeChennai

SIN Singapore Changi - MAA Chennai

SINMAA

Singapore Changi

Mon 2-11

06:20-10:45

1 stop6h 55m

Chennai

Fri 26-2

11:45-00:30

1 stop10h 15m

S$ 703

SingaporeChennai

SIN Singapore Changi - MAA Chennai

SINMAA

Singapore Changi

Fri 30-10

07:00-08:45

Nonstop4h 15m

Chennai

Tue 2-3

18:00-07:30

1 stop11h 00m

S$ 777

SingaporeChennai

SIN Singapore Changi - MAA Chennai

SINMAA

Singapore Changi

Fri 2-10

07:40-09:20

Nonstop4h 10m

Chennai

Mon 12-10

17:00-19:50

1 stop24h 20m

S$ 805

SingaporeChennai

SIN Singapore Changi - MAA Chennai

SINMAA

Singapore Changi

Tue 3-11

07:00-08:45

Nonstop4h 15m

Chennai

Fri 26-2

06:15-19:50

1 stop11h 05m

S$ 843

SingaporeChennai

SIN Singapore Changi - MAA Chennai

SINMAA

Singapore Changi

Thu 17-12

21:20-10:45

1 stop15h 55m

Chennai

Wed 6-1

11:45-00:30

1 stop10h 15m

S$ 905

SingaporeChennai

SIN Singapore Changi - MAA Chennai

SINMAA

Singapore Changi

Thu 17-12

13:40-10:45

1 stop23h 35m

Chennai

Sat 2-1

00:20-15:30

1 stop12h 40m

S$ 976

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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?

Booking 81 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.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Chennai?

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Singapore Airlines,SriLankan Airlines, andIndiGo to India. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matt,Jun 2026

SIN - CMB

Crew were flat or busy but so awesome and polite. There was one guy, prob the senior crew member, looked and acted way too serious and too important to smile and say hello

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 16 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, SriLankan Airlines 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$ 61, while return flights cost around S$ 105.

  • How much is a return flight to Chennai?

    A return flight to Chennai will typically cost around S$ 108, however they can be found for as little as S$ 105.

  • 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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