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Cheapest return flight
£49
Typical prices: £59-£81
IndiGo
Fri 5/1Fri 12/1
MAA - SXV • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
£22
Typical prices: £26-£39
IndiGo
Fri 2/2
MAA - SXV • Direct
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You can fly direct with IndiGo. Average duration is 1h 11m
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Cheap Flights from Chennai to Salem (MAA-SXV)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Chennai to Salem

Tue, 5 Jan - Tue, 12 Jan
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11:05 - 12:10MAA  Chennai-SXV Salem
1h 05mdirect
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17:10 - 18:15SXV  Salem-MAA Chennai
1h 05mdirect
£49IndiGo
Sun, 20 Dec - Sun, 27 Dec
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11:05 - 12:10MAA  Chennai-SXV Salem
1h 05mdirect
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12:30 - 13:35SXV  Salem-MAA Chennai
1h 05mdirect
£50IndiGo
Fri, 18 Dec - Sun, 20 Dec
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15:35 - 16:50MAA  Chennai-SXV Salem
1h 15mdirect
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17:10 - 18:15SXV  Salem-MAA Chennai
1h 05mdirect
£50IndiGo
Sun, 20 Dec - Sun, 27 Dec
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11:05 - 12:10MAA  Chennai-SXV Salem
1h 05mdirect
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12:30 - 13:35SXV  Salem-MAA Chennai
1h 05mdirect
£51IndiGo
Wed, 2 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec
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11:05 - 12:10MAA  Chennai-SXV Salem
1h 05mdirect
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12:30 - 13:35SXV  Salem-MAA Chennai
1h 05mdirect
£53IndiGo
Fri, 4 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec
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15:35 - 16:50MAA  Chennai-SXV Salem
1h 15mdirect
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12:30 - 13:35SXV  Salem-MAA Chennai
1h 05mdirect
£54IndiGo
Tue, 24 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
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15:35 - 16:50MAA  Chennai-SXV Salem
1h 15mdirect
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12:30 - 13:35SXV  Salem-MAA Chennai
1h 05mdirect
£58IndiGo
Tue, 24 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
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15:35 - 16:50MAA  Chennai-SXV Salem
1h 15mdirect
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12:30 - 13:35SXV  Salem-MAA Chennai
1h 05mdirect
£59IndiGo
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Chennai to Salem flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Chennai to Salem?

Return flights from Chennai to Salem typically range from £59 to £81. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £49 on IndiGo.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chennai to Salem?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chennai to Salem. It's 14% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 16% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Salem?

•February and March are the cheapest months to fly from Chennai to Salem at £52 return.
•August (£101) and September (£83) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 94% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Key details for Chennai to Salem flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

£22
Beat the crowds with an average 60% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 52% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Chennai to Salem

When to book flights from Chennai to Salem

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chennai to Salem based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Chennai to Salem flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Chennai to Salem?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chennai to Salem:

    • Earliest: departs at 11:05 and lands at 12:16
    • Latest: departs at 15:35 and lands at 16:46.

    The flight takes about 1h 11m.

  • How long is a flight from Chennai to Salem?

    A direct flight from Chennai to Salem takes 1h 11m, covering 164 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chennai to Salem?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chennai to Salem flight?

    Return flights from Chennai to Salem range from £59 to £81, with an average of £69 over the past 12 months. Anything below £59 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Chennai to Salem?

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average £65 return, compared with £95 via a stopover through Bengaluru Intl (BLR).

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Chennai to Salem?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £11–£21 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Chennai to Salem?

    The ATR 72-201 / 202 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by IndiGo. Other aircraft seen on the route include ATR 42 / ATR 72 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Chennai to Salem spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Chennai to Salem flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Chennai to Salem changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about £49 to £59. That means the highest observed fare was about 19% higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Chennai to Salem looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chennai to Salem are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £26, which is 15% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chennai to Salem?

    Flights from Chennai to Salem usually depart from Chennai (MAA) and arrive at Salem (SXV).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chennai to Salem pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Chennai to Salem pass through Bengaluru Intl (BLR), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chennai to Salem?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from Chennai to Salem. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £59 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £80, a difference of £21.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Chennai to Salem?

    Only IndiGo operates flights between Chennai and Salem.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Chennai to Salem flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • IndiGo: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Chennai to Salem flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £59, about £21 less than Friday fares (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chennai to Salem trip for February. Fares historically average £52 return in that month – typically £49 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).

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Direct departures

Chennai to Salem

Monday

IndiGo

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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IndiGo

Thursday

IndiGo

IndiGo

Friday

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IndiGo

Saturday

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IndiGo

Sunday

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Direct returns

Salem to Chennai

Monday

IndiGo

IndiGo

Tuesday

IndiGo

IndiGo

Wednesday

IndiGo

IndiGo

Thursday

IndiGo

IndiGo

Friday

IndiGo

IndiGo

Saturday

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Sunday

IndiGo

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