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Cheapest round-trip
$279
Typical prices: $291-$475
Kuwait Airways
Wed 12/5Mon 2/5
KWI - MAA • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$136
Typical prices: $147-$307
Oman Air
Wed 2/28
KWI - MAA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Kuwait Airways and Jazeera Airways. Average duration is 4h 58m
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Most punctual • 95% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 13 weeks in advance save around 43% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 25% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $350 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 37m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kuwait City to Chennai (KWI-MAA)

 

Cheap flights from Kuwait City to Chennai with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Sat, Dec 5 - Fri, Feb 5
Kuwait Airways Logo
6:30 pm - 1:55 amKWI  Kuwait City-MAA Chennai
4h 55mnonstop
Kuwait Airways Logo
7:40 am - 10:45 amMAA  Chennai-KWI Kuwait City
5h 35mnonstop
$279Kuwait Airways
Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13
Gulf Air Logo
6:35 pm - 8:40 pmKWI  Kuwait City-MAA Chennai
23h 35m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
5:35 am - 5:45 pmMAA  Chennai-KWI Kuwait City
14h 40m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
$288Gulf Air
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 18
Kuwait Airways Logo
6:30 pm - 1:55 amKWI  Kuwait City-MAA Chennai
4h 55mnonstop
Kuwait Airways Logo
2:55 am - 6:00 amMAA  Chennai-KWI Kuwait City
5h 35mnonstop
$290Kuwait Airways
Sat, Dec 5 - Fri, Feb 5
Gulf Air Logo
6:35 pm - 8:40 pmKWI  Kuwait City-MAA Chennai
23h 35m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
5:35 am - 5:45 pmMAA  Chennai-KWI Kuwait City
14h 40m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
$299Gulf Air
Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14
Oman Air Logo
9:20 pm - 2:20 pmKWI  Kuwait City-MAA Chennai
14h 30m1 stop Muscat Seeb
Oman Air Logo
7:10 am - 8:40 pmMAA  Chennai-KWI Kuwait City
16h 00m1 stop Muscat Seeb
$300Oman Air
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:30 pm - 1:55 amKWI  Kuwait City-MAA Chennai
4h 55mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:10 pm - 11:30 pmMAA  Chennai-KWI Kuwait City
12h 50m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
$303Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Dec 8
Oman Air Logo
9:20 pm - 6:25 amKWI  Kuwait City-MAA Chennai
6h 35m1 stop Muscat Seeb
Oman Air Logo
7:10 am - 8:40 pmMAA  Chennai-KWI Kuwait City
16h 00m1 stop Muscat Seeb
$305Oman Air
Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 23
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:30 pm - 1:55 amKWI  Kuwait City-MAA Chennai
4h 55mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:50 am - 6:15 pmMAA  Chennai-KWI Kuwait City
15h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$312Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 23
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi Logo
6:55 pm - 4:10 amKWI  Kuwait City-MAA Chennai
6h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi Logo
4:50 am - 6:15 pmMAA  Chennai-KWI Kuwait City
15h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$313Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 18
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi Logo
6:55 pm - 4:10 amKWI  Kuwait City-MAA Chennai
6h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi Logo
4:50 am - 6:15 pmMAA  Chennai-KWI Kuwait City
15h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$313Air Arabia Abu Dhabi

Price, demand and travel trends for Kuwait City to Chennai flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Kuwait City to Chennai?

Round-trip flights from Kuwait City to Chennai typically range from $291 to $475. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $279, on Kuwait Airways.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kuwait City to Chennai. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 10% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Kuwait City to Chennai?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Kuwait City to Chennai at $270 round-trip.
•July ($595) and June ($499) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 120% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Kuwait City to Chennai the cheapest?

Flights from Kuwait City to Chennai are cheapest 13 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 43% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice for your flight from Kuwait City to Chennai

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on Kuwait Airways

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.

Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on IndiGo

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.

Key details for Kuwait City to Chennai flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$136
Beat the crowds with an average 41% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 67% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Kuwait City to Chennai

When to book flights from Kuwait City to Chennai

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

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Kuwait City to Chennai:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:10 pm and lands at 10:08 pm
    • Latest: departs at 11:15 pm and lands at 4:13 am.

    The flight takes about 4h 58m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Kuwait City to Chennai?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Kuwait City to Chennai.

  • How long is a flight from Kuwait City to Chennai?

    A nonstop flight from Kuwait City to Chennai takes 4h 58m, covering 2,345 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Kuwait City 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 Kuwait City to Chennai flight?

    Round-trip flights from Kuwait City to Chennai range from $291 to $475, with an average of $361 over the past 12 months. Anything below $291 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Kuwait City to Chennai flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 42% above the $361 route average. Book 13 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Kuwait City to Chennai?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $350 round-trip via Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH), compared to $374 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Kuwait City to Chennai?

    IndiGo is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Air India Express has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Kuwait City to Chennai flights are:

    • IndiGo: 95% on time
    • Air India Express: 95% on time
    • Jazeera Airways: 87% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are punctual 84% of the time on average.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Kuwait City to Chennai?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $39–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Kuwait City to Chennai?

    The Airbus A320neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Kuwait Airways and Jazeera Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Kuwait City to Chennai spread across the day?

    Evening is the busiest departure period on Kuwait City to Chennai flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Kuwait City to Chennai changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $279 to $1,196. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Kuwait City to Chennai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $154, which is 21% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Kuwait City to Chennai?

    Flights from Kuwait City to Chennai usually depart from Kuwait City (KWI) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Kuwait City to Chennai?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Kuwait City to Chennai?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Kuwait City to Chennai route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 42m.

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

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

    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 36% of one-stop connections
    • Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Muscat Seeb (MCT) - 15% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 17% on flights from Kuwait City to Chennai. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $333 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $400, a difference of $67.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What airlines fly from Kuwait City to Chennai?

    2 airlines operate flights between Kuwait City and Chennai. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Kuwait Airways
    • Jazeera Airways

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Kuwait City to Chennai?

    Flying via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 37m, compared with 8h 01m via Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) and 8h 05m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between Kuwait City and Chennai?

    Chennai is 2 hours ahead of Kuwait City (India Time vs Arabian Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Kuwait City to Chennai flights?

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

    • Kuwait Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Jazeera Airways: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

Your guide to booking Kuwait City 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 Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $333, about $67 less than Monday fares (17% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 13 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 43% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kuwait City to Chennai trip for February. Fares historically average $270 round-trip in that month - typically $325 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with IndiGo. Over the past three months, 95% of IndiGo flights from Kuwait City to Chennai arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 84%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 42m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Manama Bahrain Intl Airport (BAH) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $350 round-trip on this route - about $24 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.

    • Trident Chennai
    • Radisson Blu Hotel And Suites GRT Chennai
    • Hotel Mount Manor

Prefer to fly direct from Kuwait City to Chennai?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Kuwait City Airport to Chennai Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Kuwait City to Chennai

Monday

Jazeera Airways,Kuwait Airways

Jazeera Airways,Kuwait Airways

Tuesday

Kuwait Airways

Kuwait Airways

Wednesday

Kuwait Airways

Kuwait Airways

Thursday

Kuwait Airways

Kuwait Airways

Friday

Jazeera Airways,Kuwait Airways

Jazeera Airways,Kuwait Airways

Saturday

Kuwait Airways

Kuwait Airways

Sunday

Kuwait Airways

Kuwait Airways

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Direct returns

Chennai to Kuwait City

Monday

Kuwait Airways

Kuwait Airways

Tuesday

Jazeera Airways,Kuwait Airways

Jazeera Airways,Kuwait Airways

Wednesday

Kuwait Airways

Kuwait Airways

Thursday

Kuwait Airways

Kuwait Airways

Friday

Kuwait Airways

Kuwait Airways

Saturday

Jazeera Airways,Kuwait Airways

Jazeera Airways,Kuwait Airways

Sunday

Kuwait Airways

Kuwait Airways

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