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Flights Mumbai — Chennai

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Chennai
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Cheap flights Mumbai — Chennai

Below you can see the best deals on flights Mumbai — Chennai for upcoming dates. Direct and connecting flights from various airlines — compare prices and choose the right ticket.

The lowest price for the next 2 months is on 2 August, from AED 183.

Top 10 cheap flights Mumbai — Chennai

Direct flights Mumbai — Chennai

Direct flight options for Mumbai — Chennai with no stopovers on upcoming dates. A direct flight is faster and more convenient — especially when travelling with luggage or children.

The fastest direct flight is operated by Indigo Air — travel time is 1 h 45 min.

Top 10 direct flights Mumbai — Chennai

About the Mumbai — Chennai flight

On this page, you can find and book flights from Mumbai to Chennai. The 1,032 km route is served intensively, with about 118 flights per week. To ensure a comfortable trip, check in advance the most convenient ways to get to Mumbai Airport and how to travel from Chennai Airport to the city.

Flights on this route are operated by airlines such as IndiGo, Air India, and Akasa Air. Ticket prices are constantly changing, so we recommend using the low-price calendar and price dynamics chart to find the best deals.

Return route:return route: flights Chennai → Mumbai

Flight schedule Mumbai — Chennai

The table shows direct flights Mumbai → Chennai on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 45 min. Regular flights are operated by Indigo Air, Air India, Spice Jet and Akasa Air. Departures from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport and Navi Mumbai International Airport airports, arrivals at Chennai Airport.

For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.

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Flight ticket prices by day: Mumbai — Chennai

Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Mumbai — Chennai by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 174 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 271 in u. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.

 
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Prices by month

Mumbai → Chennai, average one-way price

MonthAverage priceLevelMonthAverage priceLevelMonthAverage priceLevel
JanAED 376highMayAED 411highSepAED 281low
FebAED 341mediumJunAED 351mediumOctAED 361medium
MarAED 291lowJulAED 276lowNovAED 381high
AprAED 391highAugAED 286lowDecAED 396high

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

The climate in Chennai is characterized by consistently high temperatures, peaking in June (up to 35.1°C). The rainiest period is November, with over 332 mm of precipitation, which should be taken into account when planning business trips.

The minimum flight cost was recorded in September and starts AED 174. During peak months, such as May, airfares can increase to AED 271 and higher depending on demand.

September is the best month to fly, offering low prices and moderate humidity. The period from October to December is best avoided due to heavy monsoon rains, which can affect transport operations.

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How to get the best deal on a Mumbai — Chennai ticket

  • Plan your ticket purchase 3–4 weeks before departure, as prices on this popular domestic route tend to rise sharply closer to the travel date.
  • Look out for flights from low-cost carriers such as IndiGo (6E) and Akasa Air (QP), which often offer more favorable fares AED 174 for travel with hand luggage only.
  • Use the low-price calendar on this page to compare ticket costs for nearby dates — mid-week departures (Tuesday or Wednesday) are usually cheaper than weekends.
  • Check the baggage allowance for Air India, which may differ from budget carrier standards and could be more cost-effective if you need to carry heavy suitcases.

Airlines

Five airlines provide regular air service between the cities, with IndiGo, Air India, and SpiceJet being the leaders in flight frequency. The route is dominated by direct flights, ensuring fast travel between these two metropolises. You can view the detailed schedule for specific days of the week and choose the most suitable option from the list of airlines below.

  • Indigo Air
    Indigo Air6E
    62x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 434118M pax/year
    • Direct flight BOM → MAA56x/week
      Duration
      2h 7m
      Days
      un,MonS
    • Direct flight NMI → MAA6x/week
      Duration
      1h 48m
      Days
      un,MonS
    52.7%Open →
  • Air India
    Air IndiaAI
    37x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 14230M pax/year
    • Direct flight BOM → MAA37x/week
      Duration
      2h 10m
      Days
      un,MonS
    31.4%Open →
  • Spice Jet
    Spice JetSG
    14x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 286.4M pax/year
    • Direct flight BOM → MAA14x/week
    11.9%Open →
  • Akasa Air
    Akasa AirQP
    4x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 244.5M pax/year
    • Direct flight BOM → MAA4x/week
      Duration
      2h
      Days
      un,MonS
    3.7%Open →
  • LOT Polish Airlines
    LOT Polish AirlinesLO
    1x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 8610.7M pax/year
    • Direct flight BOM → MAA1x/week
    0.3%Open →

Cities and airports on the Mumbai — Chennai route

Flights Mumbai — Chennai depart from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport and Navi Mumbai International Airport and arrive at Chennai Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.

Departure

Mumbai

BOM
India
About the cityHow to get thereWeatherAll about the country India
Arrival

Chennai

MAA
India
About the cityHow to get thereWeatherAll about the country India
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Frequently asked questions about the Mumbai — Chennai flight

How long is the flight from Mumbai to Chennai?

The distance between the cities is approximately 1,032 km. A direct flight usually takes from 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours, depending on the airline and weather conditions.

Which airlines fly on this route?

IndiGo, Air India, Akasa Air, and SpiceJet operate on this route, providing a high frequency of departures throughout the day.

Which airport do flights arrive at in Chennai?

All regular flights from Mumbai arrive at Chennai International Airport (MAA), which is the main aviation hub for the state of Tamil Nadu.

How much is the cheapest flight?

Ticket prices are dynamic and depend on the booking date. You can see the current minimum for the coming months in the low-price calendar on this page.

When is the best time to buy tickets to save money?

It is optimal to book tickets a month before your trip and choose mid-week flights. September traditionally sees the lowest prices on the route.

Where else you can fly from Mumbai

Delhi
Delhi∙15 July
AED 210
Bengaluru
Bengaluru∙30 June
AED 164
Vasco da Gama
Vasco da Gama∙29 June
AED 105
Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad∙29 June
AED 98
Hyderabad
Hyderabad∙20 July
AED 165
Kolkata
Kolkata∙16 July
AED 243

Where else you can fly to Chennai from

Delhi
Delhi∙18 July
AED 290
Singapore
Singapore∙19 July
AED 677
Colombo
Colombo∙16 July
AED 517
Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi∙29 June
AED 802
Dubai
Dubai∙20 July
AED 576
Kuwait City
Kuwait City∙7 July
AED 780
Muscat
Muscat∙16 July
AED 485
Dhaka
Dhaka∙18 July
AED 461
Manama
Manama∙19 July
AED 737
Bandar Seri Begawan
Bandar Seri Begawan∙14 July
AED 1,127
Yangon
Yangon∙4 July
AED 874
Saint-Denis
Saint-Denis∙29 June
AED 2,453
Port Louis
Port Louis∙16 July
AED 1,172