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Cheapest return flight
£395
Typical prices: £459-£711
Oman Air
Tue 6/11Sun 25/11
ZRH - MAA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£245
Typical prices: £246-£396
Etihad Airways
Mon 22/10
ZRH - MAA • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Zurich and Chennai. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
21 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 26% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 21% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Cheapest • Avg £556 (return)
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Shortest trip • 13h 23m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Zurich to Chennai (ZRH-MAA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Zurich to Chennai

Fri, 6 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov
Oman Air Logo
20:35 - 06:40ZRH  Zurich-MAA Chennai
29h 35m1 stop Muscat Seeb
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07:20 - 19:05MAA  Chennai-ZRH Zurich
16h 15m1 stop Muscat Seeb
£395Oman Air
Fri, 27 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
Oman Air Logo
20:35 - 06:40ZRH  Zurich-MAA Chennai
29h 35m1 stop Muscat Seeb
Oman Air Logo
07:20 - 19:05MAA  Chennai-ZRH Zurich
16h 15m1 stop Muscat Seeb
£413Oman Air
Fri, 27 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
Oman Air Logo
20:35 - 06:40ZRH  Zurich-MAA Chennai
29h 35m1 stop Muscat Seeb
Oman Air Logo
07:20 - 19:05MAA  Chennai-ZRH Zurich
16h 15m1 stop Muscat Seeb
£414Oman Air
Fri, 27 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
Oman Air Logo
20:35 - 06:40ZRH  Zurich-MAA Chennai
29h 35m1 stop Muscat Seeb
Oman Air Logo
07:20 - 19:05MAA  Chennai-ZRH Zurich
16h 15m1 stop Muscat Seeb
£415Oman Air
Fri, 13 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:50 - 19:50ZRH  Zurich-MAA Chennai
24h 30m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Kuwait City Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:45 - 12:50MAA  Chennai-ZRH Zurich
20h 35m2 stops Bengaluru Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£418Multiple Airlines
Fri, 13 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:50 - 19:50ZRH  Zurich-MAA Chennai
24h 30m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Kuwait City Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
21:35 - 13:50MAA  Chennai-ZRH Zurich
20h 45m3 stops Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl Sharjah Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen
£434Multiple Airlines
Fri, 13 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:50 - 19:50ZRH  Zurich-MAA Chennai
24h 30m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Kuwait City Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:05 - 19:00MAA  Chennai-ZRH Zurich
15h 25m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
£453Multiple Airlines
Fri, 13 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:35 - 00:40ZRH  Zurich-MAA Chennai
23h 35m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:05 - 18:10MAA  Chennai-ZRH Zurich
15h 35m2 stops Bengaluru Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£458Multiple Airlines
Sun, 25 Oct - Tue, 24 Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
15:10 - 02:35ZRH  Zurich-MAA Chennai
30h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
21:50 - 12:50MAA  Chennai-ZRH Zurich
19h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£465Etihad Airways
Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 17 Dec
Etihad Airways Logo
15:10 - 02:35ZRH  Zurich-MAA Chennai
30h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
21:50 - 12:50MAA  Chennai-ZRH Zurich
19h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
£471Etihad Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Zurich to Chennai flights

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

How much is a return flight from Zurich to Chennai?

Return flights from Zurich to Chennai start at £395. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £459 to £711. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £395 on Oman Air.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Zurich to Chennai and is 11% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 7% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Zurich to Chennai at £442 return.
•July (£748) and December (£611) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 69% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Zurich to Chennai the cheapest?

Flights from Zurich to Chennai are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 26% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Zurich to Chennai flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

£245
Best time to beat the crowds (12% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (34% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Zurich to Chennai

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

    Flights from Zurich to Chennai usually depart from Zurich (ZRH) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).

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

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Zurich to Chennai.

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

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

    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 58% of one-stop connections
    • New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 7% of one-stop connections

    Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 17% on the Zurich to Chennai route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £501 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at £602, a difference of £101. 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 expensive are last-minute Zurich to Chennai flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 7% above the route average of £558. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Zurich to Chennai?

    A direct flight from Zurich to Chennai takes 0h 00m, covering 4,700 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Zurich 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 Zurich 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 £395 to £2,625. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Zurich to Chennai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £1,341, which is 369% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 13h 23m, compared to 13h 43m via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) and 13h 46m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between Zurich and Chennai?

    Chennai is 3 hours ahead of Zurich (India Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

    Return flights from Zurich to Chennai range from £459 to £711, with an average of £558 over the past 12 months. Anything below £459 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Zurich 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 Thursday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Thursday flights average £501 – about £101 less than Wednesday (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 26% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Zurich to Chennai trip for March. Fares historically average £442 return in that month – typically £306 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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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