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Cheapest return flight
£325
Typical prices: £224-£336
Gulf Air
Wed 28/2Sun 4/3
IST - MAA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£188
Typical prices: £163-£275
Gulf Air
Sat 24/11
IST - MAA • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Istanbul Airport and Chennai. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
December
Cheapest • 18% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Muscat Seeb (MCT)
Cheapest • Avg £263 (return)
Kuwait City (KWI)
Shortest trip • 11h 54m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Chennai (IST-MAA)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Istanbul to Chennai

Sun, 28 Feb - Thu, 4 Mar
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06:30 - 04:45IST  Istanbul-MAA Chennai
19h 45m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
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05:35 - 05:30MAA  Chennai-IST Istanbul
26h 25m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
£325Gulf Air
Sun, 7 Feb - Fri, 26 Feb
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06:30 - 04:45IST  Istanbul-MAA Chennai
19h 45m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
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05:35 - 15:20MAA  Chennai-IST Istanbul
12h 15m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
£325Gulf Air
Sun, 28 Feb - Thu, 4 Mar
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06:30 - 04:45IST  Istanbul-MAA Chennai
19h 45m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
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05:35 - 05:30MAA  Chennai-IST Istanbul
26h 25m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
£340Gulf Air
Sun, 28 Feb - Thu, 4 Mar
Gulf Air Logo
06:30 - 04:45IST  Istanbul-MAA Chennai
19h 45m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
05:35 - 05:30MAA  Chennai-IST Istanbul
26h 25m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
£340Gulf Air
Sun, 7 Feb - Sat, 27 Feb
Kuwait Airways Logo
14:30 - 06:40IST  Istanbul-MAA Chennai
13h 40m1 stop Kuwait City
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02:55 - 13:00MAA  Chennai-IST Istanbul
12h 35m1 stop Kuwait City
£349Kuwait Airways
Wed, 16 Dec - Wed, 30 Dec
Gulf Air Logo
06:30 - 04:45IST  Istanbul-MAA Chennai
19h 45m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
05:35 - 05:30MAA  Chennai-IST Istanbul
26h 25m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
£363Gulf Air
Mon, 8 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb
Gulf Air Logo
06:30 - 04:45IST  Istanbul-MAA Chennai
19h 45m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
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21:25 - 15:20MAA  Chennai-IST Istanbul
20h 25m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
£365Gulf Air
Fri, 18 Dec - Wed, 30 Dec
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06:30 - 20:40IST  Istanbul-MAA Chennai
11h 40m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
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05:35 - 15:20MAA  Chennai-IST Istanbul
12h 15m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
£371Gulf Air
Wed, 9 Dec - Wed, 6 Jan
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06:30 - 04:45IST  Istanbul-MAA Chennai
19h 45m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
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05:35 - 05:30MAA  Chennai-IST Istanbul
26h 25m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
£378Gulf Air
Wed, 9 Dec - Fri, 8 Jan
Gulf Air Logo
06:30 - 04:45IST  Istanbul-MAA Chennai
19h 45m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
21:25 - 05:30MAA  Chennai-IST Istanbul
10h 35m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
£379Gulf Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Istanbul Airport to Chennai flights

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

How much is a return flight from Istanbul Airport to Chennai?

Return flights from Istanbul Airport to Chennai start at £325. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £224 to £336. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £325 on Gulf Air.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul Airport to Chennai and is 19% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 28% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Istanbul Airport to Chennai flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

£188
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 50% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 14% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Istanbul to Chennai

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

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

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

    Flights from Istanbul Airport to Chennai usually depart from Istanbul (IST) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Istanbul Airport to Chennai?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Istanbul Airport to Chennai.

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

    One-stop flights from Istanbul Airport to Chennai most commonly connect through:

    • Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) – 74% of one-stop connections
    • Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Sharjah (SHJ) – 10% of one-stop connections
    • Muscat Seeb (MCT) – 5% of one-stop connections

    Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 37% on the Istanbul Airport to Chennai route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £230 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at £363, a difference of £132. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How long is a flight from Istanbul Airport to Chennai?

    A direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Chennai takes 0h 00m, covering 3,644 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Istanbul Airport to Chennai?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Istanbul Airport to Chennai changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £325 to £1,513. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Istanbul Airport to Chennai are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about £188.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Istanbul Airport to Chennai?

    Flying via Muscat Seeb (MCT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 11h 10m, compared to 11h 54m via Kuwait City (KWI) and 12h 29m via Sharjah (SHJ).

  • What is the time difference between Istanbul Airport and Chennai?

    Chennai is 2 hours ahead of Istanbul Airport (India Time vs Turkey Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

    Return flights from Istanbul Airport to Chennai range from £224 to £336, with an average of £282 over the past 12 months. Anything below £224 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Istanbul Airport to Chennai 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 instead of Wednesday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £230 – about £132 less than Wednesday (36% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Istanbul Airport to Chennai trip for December. Fares historically average £230 return in that month – typically £192 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chennai Airport.
    - Radisson Blu Hotel And Suites GRT Chennai
    - Hotel Mount Manor
    - NK Grand Park Hotel

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