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Cheapest return flight
£665
Typical prices: £359-£467
Emirates
Mon 10/12Sun 16/12
MRU - MAA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£597
Typical prices: £180-£279
Multiple Airlines
Fri 19/10
MRU - MAA • 2 stops
Direct flights
1 day a week
You can fly direct with Air Mauritius. Average duration is 5h 56m
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 24% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
December
Cheapest • 8% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Bengaluru Intl (BLR)
Cheapest • Avg £375 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 13h 15m (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, 10 Dec - Wed, 16 Dec
Emirates Logo
22:30 - 08:15MRU  Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.-MAA Chennai
32h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
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03:50 - 17:10MAA  Chennai-MRU Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.
14h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl
£665Emirates
Thu, 10 Dec - Fri, 18 Dec
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22:30 - 02:15MRU  Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.-MAA Chennai
26h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
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21:45 - 17:10MAA  Chennai-MRU Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.
20h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
£702Emirates
Thu, 4 Mar - Sun, 14 Mar
Turkish Airlines Logo
08:00 - 13:30MRU  Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.-MAA Chennai
28h 00m2 stops Istanbul New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Turkish Airlines Logo
21:30 - 12:35MAA  Chennai-MRU Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.
40h 35m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Istanbul
£1,140Turkish Airlines
Fri, 11 Dec - Fri, 18 Dec
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:30 - 10:35MRU  Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.-MAA Chennai
36h 35m2 stops Istanbul Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:05 - 12:40MAA  Chennai-MRU Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.
41h 05m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Istanbul
£1,262Multiple Airlines
Sun, 25 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov
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16:35 - 08:05MRU  Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.-MAA Chennai
38h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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16:10 - 15:45MAA  Chennai-MRU Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram.
25h 05m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
£1,298Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Port Louis to Chennai flights

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

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

Return flights from Port Louis to Chennai start at £665. Prices are above average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £359 to £467. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £665 on Emirates.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Port Louis to Chennai and is 11% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 10% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • December is the cheapest month to fly from Port Louis to Chennai at £369 return.
  • June (£704) and July (£470) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 90% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Port Louis to Chennai the cheapest?

Flights from Port Louis to Chennai are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 24% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Port Louis to Chennai flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

£597
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
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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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Port Louis to Chennai?

    Only Air Mauritius operates flights between Port Louis and Chennai.

  • 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 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

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

  • 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 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 £375 return via Bengaluru Intl (BLR), compared with £466 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 Mauritius and Air India. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A330-900neo variants.

  • 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) – 83% of one-stop connections
    • Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 4% of one-stop connections

    Bengaluru Intl (BLR) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the Port Louis to Chennai route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 20%. Saturday is the cheapest day at £359 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at £444 – a £85 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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 22:35 and lands at 04:31
    • Latest: departs at 23:00 and lands at 04:56.

    The flight takes about 5h 56m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Port Louis to Chennai flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 9% above the route average of £401. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct flight from Port Louis to Chennai takes 5h 56m, 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.

  • Have flight prices from Port Louis to Chennai changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about £665 to £1,298. That means the highest observed fare was about 95% higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Port Louis to Chennai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £597, which is 171% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 13h 15m, compared to 13h 38m via Bengaluru Intl (BLR) and 13h 57m 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.

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

    Return flights from Port Louis to Chennai range from £359 to £467, with an average of £401 over the past 12 months. Anything below £359 counts as a good deal.

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 Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average £359 – about £85 less than Monday (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 24% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Port Louis to Chennai trip for December. Fares historically average £369 return in that month – typically £336 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 £375 return on this route – about £91 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

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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