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DEL — MAA
3 Dec — 10 Dec1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl to Chennai are usually found in March or February, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Friday
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Cheapest flights from New Delhi to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Delhi to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 November 2026.
Mon 2/1116:20 -
1 stop6h 40m
Tue 3/1121:35 -
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Deal found 1/11£154
Fri 6/1112:30 -
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Tue 10/1111:00 -
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Deal found 3/11£155
Sun 1/1122:55 -
1 stop6h 20m
Sat 14/1117:25 -
1 stop6h 00m
Deal found 1/11£162
Thu 5/1112:30 -
1 stop5h 35m
Sun 8/1116:30 -
Nonstop2h 55m
Deal found 30/10£166
Tue 3/1117:05 -
1 stop5h 30m
Sat 7/1118:55 -
1 stop6h 10m
Deal found 3/11£167
Wed 2/1212:00 -
1 stop5h 55m
Wed 9/1215:45 -
1 stop5h 40m
Deal found 2/11£169
Tue 10/1105:15 -
1 stop6h 40m
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1 stop5h 40m
Deal found 2/11£169
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Sat 14/1121:30 -
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Deal found 30/10£170
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Deal found 3/11£171
Thu 12/1115:30 -
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Deal found 3/11£172
Best flights from New Delhi to Chennai
Discover carefully curated flight deals from New Delhi to Chennai that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 3 November 2026.
Mon 30/1110:00 -
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Deal found 2/11£169
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Deal found 30/10£170
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Deal found 30/10£170
Fri 27/1115:00 -
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Mon 14/1219:00 -
Nonstop3h 05m
Deal found 30/10£170
Tue 15/1216:15 -
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Wed 23/1223:45 -
Nonstop2h 55m
Deal found 3/11£171
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Nonstop2h 55m
Wed 10/221:30 -
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Deal found 31/10£171
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Deal found 1/11£172
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Deal found 30/10£174
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Sat 5/1223:45 -
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Deal found 31/10£175
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Nonstop2h 55m
Deal found 31/10£175
Direct flights from New Delhi to Chennai
Explore direct flight options from New Delhi to Chennai based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 3 November 2026.
Fri 13/1102:10 -
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Sat 14/1121:30 -
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Deal found 30/10£170
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Deal found 2/11£171
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Deal found 3/11£172
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Mon 30/1111:00 -
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Deal found 30/10£174
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Wed 23/1214:15 -
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Deal found 1/11£177
Sat 21/1108:30 -
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Deal found 2/11£178
Sat 19/1223:00 -
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Mon 4/121:30 -
Nonstop2h 55m
Deal found 2/11£182
Mon 18/115:45 -
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Sun 31/112:20 -
Nonstop2h 55m
Deal found 31/10£183
Fri 18/1208:30 -
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Sun 27/1205:45 -
Nonstop2h 50m
Deal found 1/11£186
Last-minute flights from New Delhi to Chennai
Discover last-minute flight deals from New Delhi to Chennai. Data last updated 3 November 2026 and is based on user searches.
Tue 3/1117:05 -
1 stop5h 30m
Sat 7/1118:55 -
1 stop6h 10m
Deal found 3/11£167
Thu 5/1112:30 -
1 stop5h 35m
Sun 8/1116:30 -
Nonstop2h 55m
Deal found 30/10£166
Thu 5/1112:30 -
1 stop5h 35m
Thu 5/1120:45 -
1 stop6h 40m
Deal found 3/11£173
Fri 6/1112:30 -
1 stop5h 35m
Tue 10/1111:00 -
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Deal found 3/11£155
Sat 7/1110:40 -
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Sun 8/1111:00 -
Nonstop2h 45m
Deal found 3/11£171
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Tue 8/1217:25 -
1 stop6h 10m
Deal found 3/11£172
Tue 10/1105:15 -
1 stop6h 40m
Thu 12/1115:45 -
1 stop5h 40m
Deal found 2/11£169
Thu 12/1115:30 -
1 stop5h 35m
Thu 19/1121:30 -
Nonstop2h 55m
Deal found 3/11£172
Fri 13/1106:45 -
1 stop5h 10m
Fri 13/1117:25 -
1 stop4h 50m
Deal found 2/11£162
Fri 13/1102:10 -
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Sat 14/1121:30 -
Nonstop2h 55m
Deal found 30/10£170
Wed 2/1212:00 -
1 stop5h 55m
Wed 9/1215:45 -
1 stop5h 40m
Deal found 2/11£169
One-way flights from New Delhi to Chennai
Search for one-way flight options from New Delhi to Chennai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 3 November 2026.
Tue 26/105:00 -
1 stop5h 05m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
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Deal found 1/11£78
Wed 25/1108:15 -
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Deal found 1/11£79
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Deal found 3/11£80
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Deal found 3/11£81
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Deal found 1/11£81
Tue 24/1117:45 -
1 stop6h 35m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
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Deal found 3/11£83
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Deal found 3/11£84
Mon 9/1120:15 -
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Deal found 31/10£87
Thu 19/1107:10 -
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 3/11£87
Find flight deals from New Delhi to Chennai
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Delhi (DEL) to Chennai (MAA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 3 November 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from New Delhi to Chennai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 3 November 2026.
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New DelhiChennai
DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - MAA Chennai
DELMAA
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Wed 11/11
02:15-09:05
1 stop6h 50m
Chennai
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£81
Fastest return journey
New DelhiChennai
DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - MAA Chennai
DELMAA
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Fri 4/12
02:10-05:00
Nonstop2h 50m
Chennai
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£83
New DelhiChennai
DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - MAA Chennai
DELMAA
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Tue 24/11
10:40-13:30
Nonstop2h 50m
Chennai
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£83
New DelhiChennai
DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - MAA Chennai
DELMAA
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Sat 20/2
17:55-20:50
Nonstop2h 55m
Chennai
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£83
New DelhiChennai
DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - MAA Chennai
DELMAA
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Mon 16/11
20:15-23:05
Nonstop2h 50m
Chennai
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£83
New DelhiChennai
DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - MAA Chennai
DELMAA
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Fri 27/11
13:00-15:50
Nonstop2h 50m
Chennai
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£83
New DelhiChennai
DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - MAA Chennai
DELMAA
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Thu 19/11
10:40-13:30
Nonstop2h 50m
Chennai
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£83
New DelhiChennai
DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - MAA Chennai
DELMAA
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Tue 19/1
16:15-19:05
Nonstop2h 50m
Chennai
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£84
New DelhiChennai
DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - MAA Chennai
DELMAA
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Mon 25/1
08:30-11:20
Nonstop2h 50m
Chennai
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£84
New DelhiChennai
DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - MAA Chennai
DELMAA
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Thu 12/11
02:10-05:00
Nonstop2h 50m
Chennai
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£84
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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Delhi to Chennai
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How far ahead should I book a flight from New Delhi to Chennai?
The best time to book flights from New Delhi to Chennai is 63 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Delhi to Chennai?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Delhi to Chennai (average of £97). Flying from New Delhi to Chennai in October is currently the most expensive (average of £155). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DEL to MAA?
Find hourly flight availability from New Delhi to Chennai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 3 November 2026.
It’s optimal to fly from New Delhi to Chennai in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 39% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.
How much does it cost for a return flight from New Delhi to Chennai?
Airfare is above average for this route at the moment.
New Delhi to Chennai flights typically cost between £100 and £158 in January.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £159 on IndiGo (5 Jan–5 Jan).
Weekly flight availability from New Delhi to Chennai
Explore weekly flight availability from New Delhi to Chennai. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 3 November 2026.
The most flights from DEL to MAA are scheduled on a Monday (58 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (31 on average).
How often are flights from New Delhi to Chennai delayed?
About 17% of weekly flights between New Delhi and Chennai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 106 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for New Delhi to Chennai flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Tuesday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on New Delhi to Chennai flights?
Over the past year, IndiGo have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 15% of flights being delayed.
Related info for your journey
Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New Delhi to Chennai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
How popular is this New Delhi to Chennai flight route?
The New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl to Chennai flight path was viewed by 17 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
How long is the flight from New Delhi to Chennai?
Departing from New Delhi to Chennai will take you 2h 50m. The distance from New Delhi to Chennai is about 1093 mi. All flights are typically direct.
What are the most reliable airlines from New Delhi to Chennai?
Before booking your flight to Chennai from New Delhi, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: American Airlines (100%), Aegean Airlines (100%), KLM( 97%).
What are the cheapest flights from New Delhi to Chennai?
On average you can expect to pay £89 for a flight from New Delhi to Chennai. The cheapest flight overall is £61 while the most popular route, (New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - Chennai) is currently priced at £54.
Can I find deals for business class flights from New Delhi to Chennai?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Delhi to Chennai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New Delhi to Chennai?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Delhi to Chennai (average of £97). Flying from New Delhi to Chennai in October is currently the most expensive (average of £155). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
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