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Flight deals from Chandigarh to Chennai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chandigarh Airport to Chennai Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs43,172. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chandigarh to Chennai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chandigarh to Chennai flights are currently cheapest in August.

Direct flights from Chandigarh to Chennai

Chandigarh to Chennai: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Chandigarh to Chennai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Chennai.

Chandigarh to Chennai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs20,473
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time3 hrs
Most popular airlineIndiGo
Average flights per week7

Finding cheap flights from Chandigarh to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chandigarh to Chennai is Rs43,045. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
3 hours is the average flight time from Chandigarh to Chennai.
IndiGo flies direct from Chandigarh to Chennai.
As of June 2026, there are 7 flights per week flying from Chandigarh to Chennai.
The cheapest month to fly from Chandigarh to Chennai is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chandigarh Airport to Chennai Airport on Saturday, 12 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chennai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chennai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air India and IndiGo offer the cheapest flight tickets to Chennai.

Travelling from Chandigarh Airport (IXC) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Chandigarh Airport to Chennai Airport is 3 hours 5 minutes.

  • Chandigarh and Chennai are in the UTC+5:30 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.

  • Choose from seven weekly Chandigarh Airport to Chennai Airport flights. The 07:20 departure with IndiGo is the earliest available. IndiGo operates the latest service of the day at 15:00.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your IXC to MAA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • Travelling during a peak month like December? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • IndiGo has direct flights from Chandigarh Airport to Chennai Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Chennai — and maybe even more of India if your schedule allows.

  • IndiGo has the highest passenger demand on this route.

  • With a reliable 90.2% of services arriving on schedule, IndiGo is the most punctual carrier for IXC to MAA flights.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chandigarh Airport to Chennai Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between IXC and MAA:

    • Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport

    • Bengaluru Airport

    • Hyderabad Airport

Handy information about Chandigarh Airport (IXC)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Chandigarh Airport, 71% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • Central Chandigarh to Chandigarh Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Chandigarh Airport to Chennai Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to IXC:

Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)

Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai

  • Chennai Airport to the centre of Chennai has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.

  • It'll take around 1 hour to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Chandigarh Airport to Chennai Airport is September, while January is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Chennai based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • The warmest month in Chennai is May, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from Chandigarh Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • Search for cheap tickets from IXC to MAA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC and 28ºC on average.

Explore more of India

  • Bengaluru is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored after you've experienced Chennai. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.

  • Around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another favourite stop in India. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Siruvani Falls and Dam and Sri Ranganathar Temple.

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