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Cheapest return fare
£139
Typical prices: £123-£147
Air India Express
Tue 13/10Tue 20/10
MAA - DEL • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£152
Typical prices: £122-£153
IndiGo
Tue 13/10Tue 20/10
MAA - DEL • Direct
Advice from real travellers
IndiGo 6E Prime adds seat selection, snacks, and priority boarding for better value.
Air India economy includes complimentary meals; Virgin Atlantic adds extra legroom.
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You can fly direct with Air India and IndiGo. Average duration is 2h 54m
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Most punctual • 91% on-time
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 9% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Chennai to New Delhi (MAA-DEL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Chennai to New Delhi

Tue, 13 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
Air India Express Logo
08:55 - 18:15MAA  Chennai-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
9h 20m1 stop Srinagar
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11:00 - 20:50DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-MAA Chennai
9h 50m1 stop Srinagar
£139Air India Express
Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct
Air India Express Logo
08:55 - 18:15MAA  Chennai-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
9h 20m1 stop Srinagar
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22:00 - 08:10DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-MAA Chennai
10h 10m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
£141Air India Express
Mon, 23 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
Air India Express Logo
21:55 - 03:45MAA  Chennai-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
5h 50m1 stop Pune Lohegaon
Air India Express Logo
10:35 - 02:05DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-MAA Chennai
15h 30m1 stop Pune Lohegaon
£141Air India Express
Tue, 20 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
IndiGo Logo
13:10 - 18:45MAA  Chennai-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
5h 35m1 stop Raipur
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22:55 - 01:50DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-MAA Chennai
2h 55mdirect
£144IndiGo
Wed, 7 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct
IndiGo Logo
11:10 - 16:45MAA  Chennai-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
5h 35m1 stop Pune Lohegaon
IndiGo Logo
02:55 - 05:45DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-MAA Chennai
2h 50mdirect
£144IndiGo
Sun, 4 Oct - Thu, 8 Oct
IndiGo Logo
06:30 - 09:25MAA  Chennai-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
2h 55mdirect
IndiGo Logo
16:20 - 21:50DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-MAA Chennai
5h 30m1 stop Raipur
£145IndiGo
Tue, 13 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
IndiGo Logo
14:30 - 17:30MAA  Chennai-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
3h 00mdirect
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21:15 - 02:35DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-MAA Chennai
5h 20m1 stop Pune Lohegaon
£147IndiGo
Mon, 2 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov
IndiGo Logo
13:50 - 19:25MAA  Chennai-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
5h 35m1 stop Raipur
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02:10 - 05:00DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-MAA Chennai
2h 50mdirect
£148IndiGo
Mon, 2 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
IndiGo Logo
13:50 - 19:25MAA  Chennai-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
5h 35m1 stop Raipur
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08:30 - 13:05DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-MAA Chennai
4h 35m1 stop Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl
£150IndiGo
Wed, 21 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct
IndiGo Logo
13:10 - 18:45MAA  Chennai-DEL New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
5h 35m1 stop Raipur
IndiGo Logo
06:30 - 09:20DEL  New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl-MAA Chennai
2h 50mdirect
£150IndiGo
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Chennai to New Delhi flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Chennai to New Delhi to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Chennai to New Delhi?

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to New Delhi from Chennai usually cost between £119 and £150 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £139 on Air India Express (13 Oct–20 Oct).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chennai to New Delhi?

If you are looking for a flight deal from Chennai to New Delhi, look for departures on Fridays and avoid leaving on a Saturday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from New Delhi, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly and Friday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to New Delhi?

The cheapest month for flights from Chennai to New Delhi is March, where tickets cost £99 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are October and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £136 and £135 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Chennai to New Delhi?

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at £147 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chennai to New Delhi?

To get a below average price on the flight from Chennai to New Delhi, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 9% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Chennai to New Delhi

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Laura Ratliff

Laura Ratliff

Expert on Virgin Atlantic

Laura Ratliff is a New York-based writer and editor. She lives in downtown Brooklyn with her husband and their beloved dogs. Originally from Texas, she now considers New York City her home. She typically spends more than 200,000 miles on a plane each year and stays in plenty of hotels.

Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on IndiGo and DEL

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site, Leave Your Daily Hell, in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on Air India

An avid traveller and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg, among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on MAA

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Chennai to New Delhi

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

£68
Best time to beat the crowds (4% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Chennai to New Delhi

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FAQs for booking flights from Chennai to New Delhi

  • What are some good food options at New Delhi Airport?

    If you are hungry after your flight from Chennai to New Delhi and interested in sitting down for a meal, try the kebabs and chutneys at Ile Bar, located in the arrivals hall of Terminal 3. Alternatively, if you arrive at Terminal 1, you can browse the menu at Buddy Bar, sample the chai at Chaayos or enjoy the coffee and muffins at Costa Coffee.

  • Are there any good shopping choices at New Delhi Airport?

    If you are looking to purchase some travel accessories, pay a visit to Gute Reise, while if you wish to indulge your sweet tooth Haldiram’s is the place for you. Both stores are in the arrivals hall of Terminal 3, while Bikano’s Packaged Sweets and Namkeens is located in Terminal 1.

  • What are my options when looking for New Delhi hotels with complimentary airport shuttles?

    There are a few hotels in the vicinity of New Delhi Airport and further afield that offer guests free transportation to and from the airport. Holiday Inn New Delhi International Airport is very close by, while Hotel Emperor Palms @ Karol Bagh and The Prime Balaji Deluxe @ New Delhi Railway Station are two others that provide the service from further away.

  • How can I get downtown from New Delhi Airport?

    Uber and Ola are two ride-share companies that are a popular means of transportation to downtown areas from New Delhi Airport. They offer a reasonably priced alternative to more traditional modes of transport like taxi or car rental. The Delhi Airport Metro Express is another popular and inexpensive way to reach the city, and there is also a bus service.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chennai to New Delhi?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chennai to New Delhi was £68 for a one-way ticket and £139 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Chennai to New Delhi?

    On your way to New Delhi, you’ll fly out from Chennai. You’ll be landing at New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Chennai to New Delhi?

    Lufthansa, Scoot, and Air India offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Chennai to New Delhi flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chennai to New Delhi?

    The Airbus A320neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Chennai to New Delhi flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chennai to New Delhi?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Chennai and New Delhi.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Chennai to New Delhi?

    There are direct flights from Chennai to New Delhi on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chennai to New Delhi, IndiGo or Air India?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chennai to New Delhi are IndiGo and Air India. With an average price for the route of £130 and an overall rating of 6.8, IndiGo is the most popular choice. Air India is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £99 and an overall rating of 5.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chennai to New Delhi?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Chennai to New Delhi.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Chennai to New Delhi?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to New Delhi from Chennai is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chennai to New Delhi?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to New Delhi with an airline and back to Chennai with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Chennai to New Delhi?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to New Delhi from Chennai up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Chennai to New Delhi

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Chennai to New Delhi? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £303 or less one-way and £189 or less round-trip.
  • Chennai International Airport, or simply Chennai Airport, has an airport lounge in its Domestic Terminal 1, where passengers on flights from Chennai to New Delhi can relax before their flight is called. The Travel Club Lounge is located airside on Level 3, opposite Gate 5.
  • Business professionals who require a convenient place to work can make use of the Executive Lounge at Chennai Airport, while the airport’s communications centre has video conferencing capabilities if needed. Should larger spaces be required, two nearby hotels – the Trident Chennai and the Radisson Blu Hotel GRT Chennai – have meeting rooms and conference centres.
  • If you’re thinking about driving to the airport and parking your car there, you should know that Chennai Airport has a parking area for 1,500 vehicles located to the right of the main terminal building. The parking area has spaces for short-term as well as long-term parking and is a short walk away from the terminals.
  • If you have some time before your flight from Chennai to New Delhi and would like to check out some of the sights around the airport, you can start with the newly restored vertical garden, which houses over 40 varieties of plants and is visible from both terminals. Alternatively, you can browse some of the artworks on the terminal walls.
  • If you or a member of your travel party is a disabled person or someone who requires special assistance, you will be pleased to know that Chennai Airport has adapted rest areas for your convenience. It also features designated parking spaces and bathrooms specifically for the disabled, and wheelchair rental services are available if required.

Prefer to fly direct from Chennai to New Delhi?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Chennai Airport to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Chennai to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Monday

Air India,IndiGo

Air India,IndiGo

Tuesday

Air India,IndiGo

Air India,IndiGo

Wednesday

Air India,IndiGo

Air India,IndiGo

Thursday

Air India,IndiGo

Air India,IndiGo

Friday

Air India,IndiGo

Air India,IndiGo

Saturday

Air India,IndiGo

Air India,IndiGo

Sunday

Air India,IndiGo

Air India,IndiGo

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Direct returns

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl to Chennai

Monday

Air India,IndiGo

Air India,IndiGo

Tuesday

Air India,IndiGo

Air India,IndiGo

Wednesday

Air India,IndiGo

Air India,IndiGo

Thursday

Air India,IndiGo

Air India,IndiGo

Friday

Air India,IndiGo

Air India,IndiGo

Saturday

Air India,IndiGo

Air India,IndiGo

Sunday

Air India,IndiGo

Air India,IndiGo

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