Cheap flights from New Delhi to Chennai
Flights overview
Prices shown are for one adult in Economy class flights from Zürich to New York. This includes the cheapest Business class options where available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Useful information for finding cheap flights from New Delhi to Chennai and booking your next trip
| Cheapest round-trip flights | ₹12,206 | IndiGoNonstop3 hrThu, Jan 22 — Sun, Jan 25 | The cheapest round-trip flight from New Delhi to Chennai is currently ₹12,206 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | ₹6,165 | IndiGoNonstop3 hrThu, Jan 8 | The cheapest one-way flight from New Delhi to Chennai is currently ₹6,165 | |
| Last-minute weekend getaway | ₹13,385 | IndiGo1 stop7 hrThu, Dec 25 — Mon, Dec 29 | The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from New Delhi to Chennai is currently ₹13,385 | |
| Cheapest business class flights | ₹22,532 | IndiGo1 stop6 hrThu, Jan 8 — Sun, Jan 11 | The cheapest business class round-trip flight from New Delhi to Chennai is currently ₹22,532 |
| Fastest flight | 2 hr 40 min | The fastest nonstop flight from New Delhi to Chennai takes 2 hr 40 min |
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| Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Typical prices for the least expensive flights for weekend trips from New Delhi to Chennai per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from New Delhi to Chennai is typically July. The most expensive month to fly is typically October.
| July Cheapest | Typical prices: ₹9,300–11,000 |
|---|---|
| October Most expensive | Typical prices: ₹12,500–16,500 |
Popular airlines from New Delhi to Chennai
Popularity is based on the number of weekly nonstop and connecting flights the airline operates. Connecting flights do not include interline routes.
Flight suggestions are based on an airline's cheapest round-trip fares from New Delhi to Chennai in the next 3 months. Prices include required taxes + fees for one adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Typical prices are based on fares observed in the past year for one-week round trips with the same origin, destination, and airline.
- IndiGoNonstopfrom ₹12,206Typical price: ₹10,500–14,50070 weekly nonstop flightsDEL - MAAEvery day974 weekly connecting flightsDEL - MAAEvery day
- Air IndiaNonstopfrom ₹12,572Typical price: ₹12,000–16,50063 weekly nonstop flightsDEL - MAAEvery day239 weekly connecting flightsDEL - MAAEvery day
- Air India Express28 weekly connecting flightsDEL - MAAEvery day
- SpiceJetfrom ₹18,591Typical price: ₹17,500–32,00026 weekly connecting flightsDEL - MAAEvery day
- Emirates21 weekly connecting flightsDEL - MAAEvery day
- Etihad19 weekly connecting flightsDEL - MAAEvery day
Popular airports near New Delhi
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from New Delhi center and popularity with travelers.
- Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)New DelhiIndia23 min10 km
- Hindon Airport (HDO)GhaziabadIndia46 min16 km
- Jaipur International Airport (JAI)JaipurIndia4 hr 14 min242 km
- Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport, Chandigarh (IXC)ChandigarhIndia4 hr 42 min232 km
Popular airports near Chennai
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Chennai center and popularity with travelers.
- Chennai International Airport (MAA)ChennaiIndia45 min14 km
- Tirupati International Airport (TIR)TirupatiIndia2 hr 58 min99 km
- Puducherry Airport (PNY)PuducherryIndia3 hr 21 min133 km
Frequently asked questions about flying from New Delhi to Chennai
The cheapest flights from New Delhi to Chennai are usually in July. Typical ticket prices in July range from ₹9,300 to ₹11,000.
The cheapest round-trip flight from New Delhi to Chennai recently found on Google Flights was with IndiGo from ₹12,206. The cheapest one-way flight was with IndiGo from ₹6,165.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest IndiGo flight from New Delhi to Chennai is ₹12,206, flying from Jan 22 to Jan 25.
- The cheapest Air India flight from New Delhi to Chennai is ₹12,572, flying from Jan 22 to Jan 25.
- The cheapest SpiceJet flight from New Delhi to Chennai is ₹18,591, flying from Jan 22 to Jan 25.
The cheapest round-trip flight from New Delhi to Chennai starts at ₹12,206 from Thu, Jan 22 to Sun, Jan 25. The cheapest one-way flight starts at ₹6,165 and departs on Thu, Jan 8.
2 hr 40 min is the shortest flight time from New Delhi to Chennai.
Peak travel periods include May–Jun and Dec–Jan. Chennai has a hot and humid climate. Generally, there is very little rain Jan–May. Torrential rains arrive during the northeast monsoon, usually around Oct–Nov. The Marghazi Festival of Music & Dance (Dec–Jan) focuses on classical South Indian Carnatic music and Bharatanatyam dances. The Pongal Festival (Jan), is a traditional harvest celebration, typical of Tamil Nadu, with sweet rice delicacies, ornamented cattle and streets decorated with powdered chalk designs.
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from New Delhi to Chennai.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from New Delhi to Chennai really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from New Delhi to Chennai.
In terms of nonstop flights, IndiGo is the most popular. IndiGo offers 70 nonstop flights and 974 connecting flights per week. IndiGo flies from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Chennai International Airport (MAA).
Other popular airlines flying from New Delhi to Chennai are:
In terms of nonstop flights, IndiGo is the most popular. IndiGo offers 70 nonstop flights and 974 connecting flights per week. IndiGo flies from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Chennai International Airport (MAA).
Other popular airlines flying from New Delhi to Chennai are:
- Air India offers 63 nonstop flights and 239 connecting flights per week. Air India flies from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Chennai International Airport (MAA).
- Air India Express offers 28 connecting flights per week. Air India Express flies from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Chennai International Airport (MAA).
- SpiceJet offers 26 connecting flights per week. SpiceJet flies from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Chennai International Airport (MAA).
- Emirates offers 21 connecting flights per week. Emirates flies from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Chennai International Airport (MAA).
- Etihad offers 19 connecting flights per week. Etihad flies from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Chennai International Airport (MAA).
The cheapest round-trip flight from New Delhi to Chennai recently found on Google Flights was with IndiGo from ₹12,206. The cheapest one-way flight was with IndiGo from ₹6,165.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest IndiGo flight from New Delhi to Chennai is ₹12,206, flying from Jan 22 to Jan 25.
- The cheapest Air India flight from New Delhi to Chennai is ₹12,572, flying from Jan 22 to Jan 25.
- The cheapest SpiceJet flight from New Delhi to Chennai is ₹18,591, flying from Jan 22 to Jan 25.
IndiGo and Air India fly direct from New Delhi to Chennai.
- There are 70 IndiGo direct flights from New Delhi to Chennai per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 63 Air India direct flights from New Delhi to Chennai per week. Flights are available every day.
The cheapest last-minute deal between New Delhi and Chennai at price ₹13,385 is offered by IndiGo from Thu, Dec 25 to Mon, Dec 29.
IndiGo and Air India fly direct from New Delhi to Chennai.
- There are 70 IndiGo direct flights from New Delhi to Chennai per week. Flights are available every day.
- There are 63 Air India direct flights from New Delhi to Chennai per week. Flights are available every day.
There are direct flights from New Delhi to Chennai on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between New Delhi and Chennai start at ₹12,206 from Thu, Jan 22 to Sun, Jan 25 with IndiGo.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from New Delhi to Chennai, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between New Delhi and Chennai start at ₹22,532 from Thu, Jan 8 to Sun, Jan 11 with IndiGo.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between New Delhi and Chennai start at ₹12,206 from Thu, Jan 22 to Sun, Jan 25.
To book business class trips from New Delhi to Chennai, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between New Delhi and Chennai starts at ₹13,385 from Thu, Dec 25 to Mon, Dec 29 with IndiGo.
The cheapest last-minute deal between New Delhi and Chennai at price ₹13,385 is offered by IndiGo from Thu, Dec 25 to Mon, Dec 29.
To find last-minute flight deals from New Delhi to Chennai, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.
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Popular trips from New Delhi
These suggestions are based on the cheapest fares to popular destinations in the next six months.
Prices include required taxes + fees for 1 adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
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