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Cheapest return fare
£219
Typical prices: £220-£308
AirAsia, Scoot
Tue 1/12Mon 7/12
KUL - MAA • Direct
Cheapest direct flights
£234
Typical prices: £222-£310
AirAsia
Tue 1/12Mon 7/12
KUL - MAA • Direct
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You can fly direct with AirAsia, IndiGo, and Malaysia Airlines. Average duration is 3h 53m
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Cheap Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai (KUL-MAA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai

Tue, 1 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
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06:10 - 07:25KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-MAA Chennai
3h 45mdirect
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23:50 - 10:15MAA  Chennai-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
7h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi
£219Multiple Airlines
Tue, 1 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
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06:10 - 07:25KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-MAA Chennai
3h 45mdirect
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08:05 - 14:35MAA  Chennai-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
4h 00mdirect
£234AirAsia
Wed, 18 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
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21:45 - 23:05KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-MAA Chennai
3h 50mdirect
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08:05 - 14:35MAA  Chennai-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
4h 00mdirect
£235AirAsia
Thu, 18 Feb - Wed, 24 Feb
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06:10 - 07:25KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-MAA Chennai
3h 45mdirect
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08:05 - 14:35MAA  Chennai-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
4h 00mdirect
£235AirAsia
Fri, 19 Feb - Tue, 23 Feb
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05:45 - 07:05KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-MAA Chennai
3h 50mdirect
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22:20 - 04:45MAA  Chennai-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
3h 55mdirect
£243IndiGo
Fri, 19 Feb - Tue, 23 Feb
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05:45 - 07:05KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-MAA Chennai
3h 50mdirect
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20:45 - 20:45MAA  Chennai-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
21h 30m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
£257IndiGo
Fri, 27 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
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05:45 - 07:05KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-MAA Chennai
3h 50mdirect
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23:50 - 10:15MAA  Chennai-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
7h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi
£271Multiple Airlines
Sat, 5 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec
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21:45 - 23:05KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-MAA Chennai
3h 50mdirect
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10:20 - 20:45MAA  Chennai-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
7h 55m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
£276Multiple Airlines
Sun, 21 Feb - Thu, 25 Feb
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09:10 - 10:45KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-MAA Chennai
4h 05mdirect
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11:45 - 18:15MAA  Chennai-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
4h 00mdirect
£366Malaysia Airlines
Sun, 21 Feb - Thu, 25 Feb
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09:10 - 10:45KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-MAA Chennai
4h 05mdirect
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11:45 - 18:15MAA  Chennai-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
4h 00mdirect
£366Malaysia Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Kuala Lumpur to Chennai flights

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

How much is a return flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai?

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Chennai from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport usually cost between £203 and £257 in December.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £219 on Multiple Airlines (1 Dec–7 Dec).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai?

When flying from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai, you should consider leaving on a Tuesday and avoid Fridays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Kuala Lumpur, you’ll find the best rates on Fridays and the most expensive ones on Thursdays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai?

The cheapest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai is March, where tickets cost £177 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £266 and £252 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai?

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 £181 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai?

To get a below average price on the flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai, you should book around 11 weeks before departure, which saves you about 20% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 20 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Robert Schrader

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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.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

£118
Best time to beat the crowds (19% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 22% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Kuala Lumpur to Chennai flights

  • What is the best way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Lumpur International Airport?

    The KLIA Ekspres is an express train service (28 min) between KL Sentral and the airport. It is incredibly convenient, allowing you to check-in at the train station and drop your bags off, which you can then pick up upon arrival in Chennai. A single ticket costs RM 55. If you're driving, you'll find a long-term car park at the airport which costs RM 32 per day.

  • What is the best way to transfer from Chennai International Airport to the city centre?

    One option is to take the train. You have to walk 2 km to Tirusulam station, and from there take the train to Chennai Park station. A single ticket costs ₹ 10 (≈ RM 0.6). Alternatively, you can take a bus from outside the terminal (the 1B or 18A routes) for ₹ 45 (≈ RM 2.6). If you'd prefer to go directly to your destination, you can take a cab for ₹ 350–500 (≈ RM 20–29). Whichever type of transport you choose, you can expect the journey to take roughly 45 min.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai was £118 for a one-way ticket and £219 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai?

    Kuala Lumpur and Chennai are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Kuala Lumpur from Kuala Lumpur Intl and will be arriving at Chennai.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai?

    Only Scoot offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Kuala Lumpur to Chennai flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between Kuala Lumpur and Chennai.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai?

    There are direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai, Malaysia Airlines or AirAsia?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai are Malaysia Airlines and AirAsia. With an average price for the route of £286 and an overall rating of 7.3, Malaysia Airlines is the most popular choice. AirAsia is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £243 and an overall rating of 6.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai?

    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 Kuala Lumpur to Chennai.

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

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

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai?

    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 Chennai with an airline and back to Kuala Lumpur with another airline.

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

    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 Chennai from Kuala Lumpur 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 Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Chennai to Kuala Lumpur? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £120 or less one-way and £223 or less round-trip.
  • For direct flights on this route, book with AirAsia, Malindo Air, Batik Air, or Malaysia Airlines. Alternatively, there are flights with a layover from Scoot, IndiGo, and SriLankan.
  • When choosing your flight, it's worth bearing in mind that although international flights land at both Terminal 3 and Terminal 4 of Chennai International Airport, (MAA) the latter is more modern (having opened in 2017).
  • There is a large duty-free shop in the arrivals area of Chennai International Airport, ideal if you want to pick up a bargain before continuing your journey.
  • To make the start of your journey quick and hassle-free, you can book the Airport FastTrack@KLIA service to get dedicated priority access at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Prices start at RM 80 per person.

Prefer to fly direct from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Kuala Lumpur Intl to Chennai

Monday

AirAsia,IndiGo,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,IndiGo, +1 more

Tuesday

AirAsia,IndiGo,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,IndiGo, +1 more

Wednesday

AirAsia,IndiGo,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,IndiGo, +1 more

Thursday

AirAsia,IndiGo,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,IndiGo, +1 more

Friday

AirAsia,IndiGo,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,IndiGo, +1 more

Saturday

AirAsia,IndiGo,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,IndiGo, +1 more

Sunday

AirAsia,IndiGo,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,IndiGo, +1 more

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Direct returns

Chennai to Kuala Lumpur Intl

Monday

AirAsia,IndiGo,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,IndiGo, +1 more

Tuesday

AirAsia,IndiGo

AirAsia,IndiGo

Wednesday

AirAsia,IndiGo,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,IndiGo, +1 more

Thursday

AirAsia,IndiGo,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,IndiGo, +1 more

Friday

AirAsia,IndiGo,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,IndiGo, +1 more

Saturday

AirAsia,IndiGo,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,IndiGo, +1 more

Sunday

AirAsia,IndiGo,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,IndiGo, +1 more

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