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Cheapest round-trip
$147
Typical prices: $124-$153
Air India
Sun 8/9Mon 8/10
MAA - DEL • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$166
Typical prices: $136-$161
IndiGo, Air India
Fri 7/24Sat 8/8
MAA - DEL • Non-stop
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Air India includes complimentary meals; IndiGo charges extra but sells better-rate meals.
For more space, United Economy Plus beats IndiGo extra legroom by stated inches.
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Cheapest • Avg $138 (round-trip)
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Cheap Flights from Chennai to New Delhi (MAA-DEL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Chennai to New Delhi that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Chennai to New Delhi

Sun, Aug 9 - Mon, Aug 10
Air India Logo
9:40 pm - 12:40 am
MAA
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DEL
3h 00mnonstop
Air India Logo
7:10 am - 10:35 pm
DEL
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MAA
15h 25m
2 stops
$147Air India
Sun, Aug 9 - Mon, Aug 10
Air India Logo
8:10 pm - 10:55 pm
MAA
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DEL
2h 45mnonstop
Air India Logo
9:50 am - 10:35 pm
DEL
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MAA
12h 45m
2 stops
$152Air India
Sun, Aug 9 - Sun, Aug 9
Air India Logo
7:00 am - 5:20 pm
MAA
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DEL
10h 20m
2 stops
Air India Logo
2:15 am - 4:55 am
DEL
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MAA
2h 40mnonstop
$154Air India
Tue, Aug 4 - Thu, Aug 13
IndiGo Logo
1:10 pm - 6:45 pm
MAA
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DEL
5h 35m
1 stop
IndiGo Logo
11:45 am - 5:40 pm
DEL
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MAA
5h 55m
1 stop
$161IndiGo
Sat, Aug 1 - Tue, Aug 4
IndiGo Logo
11:45 pm - 2:40 am
MAA
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DEL
2h 55mnonstop
IndiGo Logo
4:20 pm - 9:50 pm
DEL
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MAA
5h 30m
1 stop
$163IndiGo
Wed, Jul 22 - Thu, Jul 23
IndiGo Logo
11:45 pm - 2:40 am
MAA
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DEL
2h 55mnonstop
IndiGo Logo
4:20 pm - 9:50 pm
DEL
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MAA
5h 30m
1 stop
$164IndiGo
Sun, Aug 9 - Mon, Aug 10
IndiGo Logo
11:10 am - 1:55 pm
MAA
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DEL
2h 45mnonstop
IndiGo Logo
2:45 pm - 8:20 pm
DEL
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MAA
5h 35m
1 stop
$165IndiGo
Fri, Jul 24 - Sat, Aug 8
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9:50 pm - 12:35 am
MAA
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DEL
2h 45mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:15 am - 4:55 am
DEL
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MAA
2h 40mnonstop
$166Multiple Airlines
Sun, Aug 9 - Mon, Aug 10
IndiGo Logo
9:50 pm - 12:35 am
MAA
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DEL
2h 45mnonstop
IndiGo Logo
11:00 am - 1:50 pm
DEL
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MAA
2h 50mnonstop
$167IndiGo
Sun, Aug 9 - Mon, Aug 10
IndiGo Logo
9:50 pm - 12:35 am
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DEL
2h 45mnonstop
IndiGo Logo
11:00 am - 1:50 pm
DEL
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MAA
2h 50mnonstop
$168IndiGo
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Chennai to New Delhi flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Chennai to New Delhi?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Chennai to New Delhi departing in August.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chennai to New Delhi?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Chennai to New Delhi clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to New Delhi on a Friday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Wednesday is the most expensive day to fly from Chennai to New Delhi. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Tuesday and avoiding Thursdays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to New Delhi?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Chennai to New Delhi, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Chennai to New Delhi is March, where tickets cost $132 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are October and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $193 and $166 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Chennai to New Delhi?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $152 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Chennai to New Delhi?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Chennai to New Delhi, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Chennai to New Delhi, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 2 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Chennai to New Delhi

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

Harriet Baskas

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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

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Robert Schrader

Expert on IndiGo and DEL

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.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on Air India

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on MAA

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Low seasonJune
Cheapest flight$78
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 9% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Chennai to New Delhi

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Chennai to New Delhi 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 flights from Chennai to New Delhi

  • What are some good food options at New Delhi Airport?

    If you are hungry after your flight from Chennai to New Delhi and interested in sitting down for a meal, try the kebabs and chutneys at Ile Bar, located in the arrivals hall of Terminal 3. Alternatively, if you arrive at Terminal 1, you can browse the menu at Buddy Bar, sample the chai at Chaayos or enjoy the coffee and muffins at Costa Coffee.

  • Are there any good shopping choices at New Delhi Airport?

    If you are looking to purchase some travel accessories, pay a visit to Gute Reise, while if you wish to indulge your sweet tooth Haldiram’s is the place for you. Both stores are in the arrivals hall of Terminal 3, while Bikano’s Packaged Sweets and Namkeens is located in Terminal 1.

  • What are my options when looking for New Delhi hotels with complimentary airport shuttles?

    There are a few hotels in the vicinity of New Delhi Airport and further afield that offer guests free transportation to and from the airport. Holiday Inn New Delhi International Airport is very close by, while Hotel Emperor Palms @ Karol Bagh and The Prime Balaji Deluxe @ New Delhi Railway Station are two others that provide the service from further away.

  • How can I get downtown from New Delhi Airport?

    Uber and Ola are two ride-share companies that are a popular means of transportation to downtown areas from New Delhi Airport. They offer a reasonably priced alternative to more traditional modes of transport like taxi or car rental. The Delhi Airport Metro Express is another popular and inexpensive way to reach the city, and there is also a bus service.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Chennai to New Delhi?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Chennai to New Delhi was $78 for a one-way ticket and $147 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Chennai and New Delhi?

    A passport is not required to fly from Chennai to New Delhi.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Chennai to New Delhi?

    Lufthansa, Air India, and Scoot offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Chennai to New Delhi flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Chennai to New Delhi?

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Chennai to New Delhi?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Chennai and New Delhi.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Chennai to New Delhi?

    There are nonstop flights from Chennai to New Delhi on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Chennai to New Delhi, IndiGo or Air India?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Chennai to New Delhi are IndiGo and Air India. With an average price for the route of $153 and an overall rating of 6.8, IndiGo is the most popular choice. Air India is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $169 and an overall rating of 5.6.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Chennai to New Delhi?

    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 Chennai to New Delhi.

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

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

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Chennai to New Delhi?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to New Delhi with an airline and back to Chennai with another airline. Booking your flights between Chennai and DEL can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

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

    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 New Delhi from Chennai 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 Chennai to New Delhi

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $78 or less one-way and $182 or less round-trip.
  • Chennai International Airport, or simply Chennai Airport, has an airport lounge in its Domestic Terminal 1, where passengers on flights from Chennai to New Delhi can relax before their flight is called. The Travel Club Lounge is located airside on Level 3, opposite Gate 5.
  • Business professionals who require a convenient place to work can make use of the Executive Lounge at Chennai Airport, while the airport’s communications centre has video conferencing capabilities if needed. Should larger spaces be required, two nearby hotels – the Trident Chennai and the Radisson Blu Hotel GRT Chennai – have meeting rooms and conference centres.
  • If you’re thinking about driving to the airport and parking your car there, you should know that Chennai Airport has a parking area for 1,500 vehicles located to the right of the main terminal building. The parking area has spaces for short-term as well as long-term parking and is a short walk away from the terminals.
  • If you have some time before your flight from Chennai to New Delhi and would like to check out some of the sights around the airport, you can start with the newly restored vertical garden, which houses over 40 varieties of plants and is visible from both terminals. Alternatively, you can browse some of the artworks on the terminal walls.
  • If you or a member of your travel party is a disabled person or someone who requires special assistance, you will be pleased to know that Chennai Airport has adapted rest areas for your convenience. It also features designated parking spaces and bathrooms specifically for the disabled, and wheelchair rental services are available if required.

Prefer to fly direct from Chennai to New Delhi?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Chennai to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl.
Find which airlines fly direct from Chennai Airport to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Chennai to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Monday

Air India,IndiGo

Air India,IndiGo

Tuesday

Air India,IndiGo

Air India,IndiGo

Wednesday

Air India,IndiGo

Air India,IndiGo

Thursday

Air India,IndiGo

Air India,IndiGo

Friday

Air India,IndiGo

Air India,IndiGo

Saturday

Air India,IndiGo

Air India,IndiGo

Sunday

Air India,IndiGo

Air India,IndiGo

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Direct returns

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl to Chennai

Monday

Air India,IndiGo

Air India,IndiGo

Tuesday

Air India,IndiGo

Air India,IndiGo

Wednesday

Air India,IndiGo

Air India,IndiGo

Thursday

Air India,IndiGo

Air India,IndiGo

Friday

Air India,IndiGo

Air India,IndiGo

Saturday

Air India,IndiGo

Air India,IndiGo

Sunday

Air India,IndiGo

Air India,IndiGo

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