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Flight deals from Salem to Chennai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Salem Airport to Chennai Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from Rs27,603. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chennai.Rs11,814 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Nov.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Salem on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs11,814, select.
Chennai.Rs11,862 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Oct.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Salem on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs11,862, select.
Chennai.Rs11,894 per passenger.Departing Sun, 20 Sep.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Salem on Sun, 20 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs11,894, select.
Chennai.Rs12,011 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 May.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Salem on Thu, 13 May, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs12,011, select.
Chennai.Rs12,027 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Apr.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Salem on Fri, 23 Apr, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs12,027, select.
Chennai.Rs12,598 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Jan.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Salem on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs12,598, select.
Chennai.Rs12,598 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Dec.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Salem on Mon, 21 Dec, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs12,598, select.
Chennai.Rs12,601 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Mar.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Salem on Wed, 17 Mar, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs12,601, select.
Chennai.Rs12,601 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Feb.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Salem on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs12,601, select.
Chennai.Rs12,699 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Salem on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs12,699, select.
Chennai.Rs13,755 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Jul.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Salem on Fri, 24 Jul, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs13,755, select.
Chennai.Rs19,001 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Jun.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Salem on Mon, 14 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs19,001, select.
Chennai.Rs20,613 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Salem on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs20,613, select.
Chennai.Rs28,094 per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Jun.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Salem on Mon, 14 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs28,094, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Salem to Chennai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Salem to Chennai flights are currently cheapest in November.
Jun
from Rs20,613
Jul
from Rs13,755
Aug
from Rs12,699
Sep
from Rs11,894
Oct
from Rs11,862
Nov
from Rs11,814
Dec
from Rs12,598
Jan
from Rs12,598
Feb
from Rs12,601
Mar
from Rs12,601
Apr
from Rs12,027
May
from Rs12,011

Direct flights from Salem to Chennai

Salem to Chennai: Alternative routes

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

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Salem to Chennai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs11,814
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time1 hr, 10 mins
Most popular airlineIndiGo
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Salem to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Salem to Chennai is Rs22,573. 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.
1 hour and 10 minutes is the average flight time from Salem to Chennai.
IndiGo flies direct from Salem to Chennai.
As of June 2026, there are 8 flights per week flying from Salem to Chennai.
The cheapest month to fly from Salem to Chennai is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Salem Airport to Chennai Airport on Tuesday, 1 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 10 minutes.
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, IndiGo offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chennai.

Flying from Salem Airport (SXV) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Salem Airport to Chennai Airport is 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Salem and Chennai share the UTC+5:30 timezone. This means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.

  • Each week, there are seven Salem Airport to Chennai Airport flights. If you'd like to take off early, go for the 15:45 IndiGo flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 17:20 with IndiGo.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your SXV to MAA flight.

  • During popular months such as November, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.

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

  • The majority of passengers choose to travel with IndiGo on this route.

  • With an impressive 86.44% of services arriving on schedule, IndiGo is the most punctual carrier for SXV to MAA flights.

  • Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Salem Airport to Chennai Airport. Many travellers pass through Bengaluru Airport on this route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Salem Airport (SXV) to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • Currently, Rs11,814 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Salem Airport to Chennai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs22,573. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • It's often best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SXV to MAA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Salem Airport to Chennai Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SXV to MAA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Salem Airport to Chennai Airport.

Handy information about Salem Airport (SXV)

  • Salem Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 86% of flights that take off from SXV land on time.

  • To get to Salem Airport from central Salem, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • You can expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.

  • Looking for a place to stay before your flight from Salem Airport to Chennai Airport? Consider 6 Face By AMR. Get a good night's rest here before making your way to SXV.

Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)

When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • January is the most popular month for flights from Salem Airport to Chennai Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Chennai in September.

  • Lock in your flight from Salem Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you want to visit Chennai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 28ºC and 37ºC.

  • If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SXV to MAA in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 28ºC then.

Explore more of India

  • You've seen Chennai, now it's time to discover other parts of India. Travel about 290 kilometres west to Bengaluru to tick off its must-visit sights. From Meenakshi Temple to Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another favourite stop in India. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Siruvani Falls and Dam and Sri Ranganathar Temple.

Plan the rest of your trip from Salem to Chennai

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