Cheap flights from Chennai to Madurai from £79

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — IXM
4 May — 11 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chennai to Madurai are usually found in April or February, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Chennai to Madurai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to Madurai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 4 April 2026.

Thu 9/711:50
MAA
-
IXM
Nonstop1h 15m
Air India
Sun 12/713:50
IXM
-
MAA
Nonstop1h 10m
Air India
Deal found 31/3£79
Thu 14/507:05
MAA
-
IXM
1 stop5h 25m
IndiGo
Thu 21/512:50
IXM
-
MAA
1 stop5h 20m
IndiGo
Deal found 30/3£90
Sat 9/518:05
MAA
-
IXM
Nonstop1h 30m
IndiGo
Sun 10/512:50
IXM
-
MAA
1 stop5h 20m
IndiGo
Deal found 31/3£95
Sun 17/522:00
MAA
-
IXM
1 stop10h 20m
IndiGo
Sun 24/521:45
IXM
-
MAA
Nonstop1h 25m
IndiGo
Deal found 2/4£109
Fri 12/611:50
MAA
-
IXM
Nonstop1h 15m
Air India
Mon 15/613:50
IXM
-
MAA
Nonstop1h 10m
Air India
Deal found 2/4£112
Fri 12/618:05
MAA
-
IXM
Nonstop1h 30m
IndiGo
Mon 15/611:55
IXM
-
MAA
1 stop7h 20m
IndiGo
Deal found 2/4£114

Find flight deals from Chennai to Madurai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chennai (MAA) to Madurai (IXM). 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 4 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£79

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Average price

£77
Air India
  • Air India
  • 9/7-12/7
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 25m total
  • Chennai to Madurai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (£2 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£2 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

ChennaiMadurai

MAA - IXM

MAAIXM

Chennai

Thu 9/7

11:50-13:05

Nonstop1h 15m

Madurai

Sun 12/7

13:50-15:00

Nonstop1h 10m

£79

ChennaiMadurai

MAA - IXM

MAAIXM

Chennai

Thu 14/5

07:05-12:30

1 stop5h 25m

Madurai

Thu 21/5

12:50-18:10

1 stop5h 20m

£90

ChennaiMadurai

MAA - IXM

MAAIXM

Chennai

Sat 9/5

10:20-11:45

Nonstop1h 25m

Madurai

Sun 10/5

21:45-23:10

Nonstop1h 25m

£96

ChennaiMadurai

MAA - IXM

MAAIXM

Chennai

Fri 12/6

11:50-13:05

Nonstop1h 15m

Madurai

Mon 15/6

13:50-15:00

Nonstop1h 10m

£112

ChennaiMadurai

MAA - IXM

MAAIXM

Chennai

Fri 12/6

18:05-19:35

Nonstop1h 30m

Madurai

Mon 15/6

11:55-19:15

1 stop7h 20m

£114

ChennaiMadurai

MAA - IXM

MAAIXM

Chennai

Thu 9/7

11:50-13:05

Nonstop1h 15m

Madurai

Sun 12/7

09:00-18:10

1 stop9h 10m

£116

ChennaiMadurai

MAA - IXM

MAAIXM

Chennai

Thu 14/5

23:55-16:40

3 stops16h 45m

Madurai

Thu 21/5

21:45-23:10

Nonstop1h 25m

£443

ChennaiMadurai

MAA - IXM

MAAIXM

Chennai

Fri 12/6

21:25-14:30

2 stops17h 05m

Madurai

Mon 15/6

15:30-20:10

1 stop4h 40m

£461

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to Madurai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Madurai from Chennai with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chennai to Madurai

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chennai to Madurai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chennai to Madurai. Price data was last updated on 2 April 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chennai to Madurai, you should look to book at least 78 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chennai to Madurai?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Madurai (average of £30). Flying from Chennai to Madurai in January is currently the most expensive (average of £62). 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 MAA to IXM?

Find hourly flight availability from Chennai to Madurai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 4 April 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Chennai to Madurai in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 26% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Chennai to Madurai?

Reviews of airlines servicing Madurai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Madurai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Madurai. Reviews last updated 4 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with IndiGo and Air India from Chennai to Madurai by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

6.7

Food

6.2

Overall

6.8

Boarding

6.8

Entertainment

5.6

Crew

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Inderjeet,Mar 2026

BOM - DEL

Had booked last minute, stretch did not have any food options except sandwich which is not ok for people who don’t eat bread. The crew did not offer any alternative. Crew was disengaged and not interested. Sad experience

Comfort

6.7

Food

6.2

Overall

6.8

Boarding

6.8

Entertainment

5.6

Crew

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Inderjeet,Mar 2026

BOM - DEL

Had booked last minute, stretch did not have any food options except sandwich which is not ok for people who don’t eat bread. The crew did not offer any alternative. Crew was disengaged and not interested. Sad experience

Comfort

6.7

Food

6.2

Overall

6.8

Boarding

6.8

Entertainment

5.6

Crew

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Inderjeet,Mar 2026

BOM - DEL

Had booked last minute, stretch did not have any food options except sandwich which is not ok for people who don’t eat bread. The crew did not offer any alternative. Crew was disengaged and not interested. Sad experience

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chennai to Madurai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Chennai to Madurai?

    To fly from Chennai to Madurai, you need to book a flight from Chennai (MAA) to Madurai (IXM). Nonstop flights to Madurai from Chennai take 1h 00m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 13 outbound flights from Chennai to Madurai offered by 2 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Chennai to Madurai flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Chennai to Madurai?

    There are many flights that can get you from Chennai to Madurai in 1h 15m. Fly via Air India or IndiGo to get the fastest option. Chennai and Madurai are separated by a distance of 259 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chennai to Madurai round-trip?

    Currently priced at £49, Air India will fly you from Chennai to Madurai and back. In addition to Air India, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on IndiGo for as low as £70. Air India is 40% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chennai to Madurai one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air India, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £30. IndiGo flights start at £34 while deals on SpiceJet start at £35 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chennai to Madurai?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Chennai to Madurai are SriLankan Airlines (100%), IndiGo (91%) and British Airways (89%).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chennai to Madurai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chennai to Madurai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chennai to Madurai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chennai to Madurai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chennai to Madurai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chennai to Madurai 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 Chennai to Madurai?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Madurai (average of £30). Flying from Chennai to Madurai in January is currently the most expensive (average of £62). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Chennai to Madurai

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest£49Average£84FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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IndiGoCheapest£70Average£91FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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