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Flights from Delhi to Chennai

Nonstop flights from Delhi (DEL) to Chennai (MAA) take about 2h 42m (1,760 km). IndiGo and Air India fly it. Lowest fare seen: $104 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Delhi to Chennai

Carriers on DEL–MAA according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

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Delhi to Chennai fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Oct 2026, from $104 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$10430 Oct 2026 · IndiGo—
Nov 2026$1084 Nov 2026 · Air India—
Dec 2026$1093 Dec 2026 · IndiGo—
Jan 2027$1073 Jan 2027 · Air India—
Feb 2027$1093 Feb 2027 · Air India—

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $104 for October 2026, $107 at best after that.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Delhi to Chennai, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Chennai

Based on weather and travel conditions in India

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The cool season (October–March) is the most comfortable nationwide. April–June is extremely hot in the plains. The monsoon (June–September) is vibrant but disrupts travel in some regions.

Peak season: October – March

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Frequently asked questions — Delhi to Chennai flights

How long is the flight from Delhi to Chennai?
A nonstop flight from Delhi (DEL) to Chennai (MAA) takes about 2h 42m, covering 1,760 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Delhi from Chennai by air?
The great-circle distance between Indira Gandhi International Airport and Chennai International Airport is 1,760 km (1,094 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Delhi to Chennai?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the DEL–MAA route include IndiGo and Air India. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Delhi to Chennai cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on DEL–MAA was $104 USD with IndiGo (nonstop), departing 30 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Delhi to Chennai?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in October 2026 were cheapest, from $104 one-way, against $109 for December 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from India to India?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter India visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Chennai?
The cool season (October–March) is the most comfortable nationwide. April–June is extremely hot in the plains. The monsoon (June–September) is vibrant but disrupts travel in some regions.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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