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Cheapest return flight
£311
Typical prices: £402-£485
IndiGo
Sun 4/3Wed 14/3
MRU - MAA • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£620
Typical prices: £454-£526
Air Mauritius
Fri 23/11Sat 8/12
MRU - MAA • Direct
Direct flights
1 day a week
You can fly direct with Air Mauritius. Average duration is 5h 50m
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 15% price drop
December
Most popular
Good to know
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Top stopover airports
Bengaluru Intl (BLR)
Cheapest • Avg £409 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 12h 33m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Port Louis to Chennai (MRU-MAA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Port Louis to Chennai

Thu, 4 Mar - Sun, 14 Mar
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09:30 - 15:35MRU  Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.-MAA Chennai
28h 35m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
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18:45 - 08:30MAA  Chennai-MRU Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.
15h 15m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
£311IndiGo
Mon, 23 Nov - Tue, 15 Dec
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09:30 - 23:45MRU  Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.-MAA Chennai
12h 45m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
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16:20 - 08:30MAA  Chennai-MRU Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.
17h 40m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
£375IndiGo
Sun, 6 Dec - Sun, 27 Dec
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09:30 - 22:35MRU  Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.-MAA Chennai
11h 35m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
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07:10 - 08:30MAA  Chennai-MRU Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.
26h 50m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
£408IndiGo
Thu, 18 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb
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09:30 - 08:15MRU  Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.-MAA Chennai
21h 15m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
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08:55 - 08:30MAA  Chennai-MRU Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.
25h 05m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
£412IndiGo
Wed, 9 Dec - Tue, 29 Dec
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09:30 - 22:35MRU  Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.-MAA Chennai
11h 35m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
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10:20 - 08:30MAA  Chennai-MRU Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.
23h 40m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
£421IndiGo
Mon, 4 Jan - Tue, 9 Feb
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09:30 - 10:00MRU  Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.-MAA Chennai
23h 00m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
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12:40 - 08:30MAA  Chennai-MRU Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.
21h 20m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
£425IndiGo
Sun, 6 Dec - Sun, 27 Dec
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09:30 - 10:00MRU  Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.-MAA Chennai
23h 00m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
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17:25 - 08:30MAA  Chennai-MRU Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.
16h 35m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
£439IndiGo
Fri, 18 Dec - Mon, 4 Jan
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09:30 - 10:00MRU  Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.-MAA Chennai
23h 00m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
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17:25 - 08:30MAA  Chennai-MRU Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.
16h 35m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
£454IndiGo
Fri, 18 Dec - Mon, 4 Jan
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16:25 - 08:15MRU  Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.-MAA Chennai
14h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
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21:45 - 14:40MAA  Chennai-MRU Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.
18h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
£521Emirates
Thu, 18 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb
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09:30 - 20:20MRU  Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.-MAA Chennai
9h 20m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
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20:55 - 16:00MAA  Chennai-MRU Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.
20h 35m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Victoria Seychelles Intl
£613Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Port Louis to Chennai flights

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How much is a return flight from Port Louis to Chennai?

Return flights from Port Louis to Chennai typically range from £402 to £485. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £311 on IndiGo.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Port Louis to Chennai. It's 11% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Port Louis to Chennai?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Port Louis to Chennai at £386 return.
•June (£715) and July (£477) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 85% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Port Louis to Chennai flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

£311
Beat the crowds with an average 51% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 55% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from Port Louis to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Port Louis 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 Port Louis to Chennai 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 Port Louis to Chennai?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 23:00 and lands at 04:50
    • Latest: departs at 23:00 and lands at 04:50.

    The flight takes about 5h 50m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Port Louis to Chennai?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Port Louis to Chennai.

  • How long is a flight from Port Louis to Chennai?

    A direct flight from Port Louis to Chennai takes 5h 50m, covering 2,767 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Port Louis 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.

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

    Return flights from Port Louis to Chennai range from £402 to £485, with an average of £453 over the past 12 months. Anything below £402 counts as a good deal.

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

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £409 return via Bengaluru Intl (BLR), compared with £472 for direct.

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

    The Airbus A330-200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air India and Air Mauritius. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330-900neo variants.

  • Have flight prices from Port Louis 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 £311 to £1,742. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    Flights from Port Louis to Chennai usually depart from Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram. (MRU) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).

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

    One-stop flights from Port Louis to Chennai most commonly connect through:

    • Bengaluru Intl (BLR) – 70% of one-stop connections
    • Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM) – 22% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 7% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Port Louis to Chennai. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £406 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £472, a difference of £66.

    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 Port Louis to Chennai?

    Only Air Mauritius operates flights between Port Louis and Chennai.

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

    Flying via Bengaluru Intl (BLR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 12h 12m, compared to 12h 33m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 13h 51m via Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM).

  • What is the time difference between Port Louis and Chennai?

    Chennai is 1 hour ahead of Port Louis (India Time vs Mauritius Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

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

    • Air Mauritius: 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 Port Louis 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 and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £406, about £66 less than Sunday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Port Louis to Chennai trip for January. Fares historically average £386 return in that month – typically £329 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Bengaluru Intl Airport (BLR) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £409 return on this route – about £64 less than direct flights (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

Prefer to fly direct from Port Louis to Chennai?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram. Airport to Chennai Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram. to Chennai

Monday

Air Mauritius

Air Mauritius

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Direct returns

Chennai to Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.

Tuesday

Air Mauritius

Air Mauritius

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