Which airports can I use when flying from Manila to Chennai?

Flights from Manila to Chennai usually depart from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).

What cabin classes can I book on flights from Manila to Chennai?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Manila to Chennai.

Which airports do connecting flights from Manila to Chennai pass through?

One-stop flights from Manila to Chennai most commonly connect through: • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) - 49% of one-stop connections • Singapore Changi (SIN) - 28% of one-stop connections • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) - 8% of one-stop connections • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 8% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Manila to Chennai. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $444 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $545, a difference of $101. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

How expensive are last-minute Manila to Chennai flights?

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 30% above the $485 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

How long is a flight from Manila to Chennai?

A nonstop flight from Manila to Chennai takes 00m, covering 2,737 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Manila 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 are flight prices from Manila to Chennai looking right now?

One-way fares from Manila to Chennai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $233, which is 8% below the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl (BWN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 01m, compared with 10h 08m via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) and 11h 33m via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL).

What is the time difference between Manila and Chennai?

Chennai is 2 hours behind Manila (India Time vs Philippine Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

Round-trip flights from Manila to Chennai range from $389 to $565, with an average of $485 over the past 12 months. Anything below $389 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from Manila to Chennai typically range from $389 to $565. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $302, on Scoot.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Manila to Chennai. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Manila to Chennai?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Manila to Chennai at $378 round-trip. •October ($643) and December ($606) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 70% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Manila to Chennai the cheapest?

Flights from Manila to Chennai are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 56% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Manila to Chennai?

Scoot ($302) and Air India ($541) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Manila to Chennai according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Manila to Chennai?

Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) is the most popular layover for the Manila to Chennai route. 49% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via KUL.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Manila to Chennai?

Flights via Singapore Changi (SIN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $350. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Manila to Chennai which airport offers the shortest layover?

Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl (BWN) had the shortest average connection time for Manila to Chennai layovers at 6h 07m over the past 3 months.

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Sat, Mar 13 - Sun, Mar 21

7:30 pm - 10:50 pmMNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-MAA Chennai

29h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi

11:50 pm - 5:30 amMAA Chennai-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

27h 10m1 stop Singapore Changi

$302Scoot

Sat, Mar 13 - Sun, Mar 21

9:40 am - 8:45 amMNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-MAA Chennai

25h 35m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

11:50 pm - 5:30 amMAA Chennai-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

27h 10m1 stop Singapore Changi

$501Multiple Airlines

Tue, Dec 22 - Tue, Dec 29

10:30 pm - 8:55 amMNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-MAA Chennai

12h 55m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

9:55 am - 8:50 pmMAA Chennai-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

32h 25m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

$541Air India

Sat, Mar 13 - Sun, Mar 21

9:40 am - 8:45 amMNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-MAA Chennai

25h 35m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

8:55 pm - 5:40 pmMAA Chennai-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

18h 15m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

$569Multiple Airlines

Sun, Apr 4 - Fri, Apr 9

12:15 am - 10:45 amMNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-MAA Chennai

13h 00m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

11:55 pm - 2:05 pmMAA Chennai-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

11h 40m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

$630Malaysia Airlines

Tue, Dec 22 - Tue, Dec 29

11:05 pm - 7:25 amMNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-MAA Chennai

10h 50m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl

10:20 am - 6:20 amMAA Chennai-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

17h 30m2 stops Bengaluru Intl Kuala Lumpur Intl

$694Multiple Airlines

Sun, Feb 28 - Wed, Mar 3

6:30 am - 10:50 pmMNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-MAA Chennai

18h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi

11:50 pm - 6:30 pmMAA Chennai-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

16h 10m1 stop Singapore Changi

$722Scoot

Fri, Mar 12 - Sun, Mar 21

2:20 am - 10:55 pmMNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-MAA Chennai

23h 05m3 stops Hong Kong Intl Hanoi Noibai Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

8:55 pm - 3:10 pmMAA Chennai-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

15h 45m2 stops Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Singapore Changi

$771Multiple Airlines

Tue, Dec 22 - Tue, Dec 29

10:30 pm - 8:45 pmMNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-MAA Chennai

24h 45m3 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Bengaluru Intl Vijayawada

7:10 am - 8:50 pmMAA Chennai-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

35h 10m2 stops Bengaluru Intl New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

$777Multiple Airlines

Tue, Jan 26 - Wed, Jan 27

5:50 pm - 12:35 amMNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl-MAA Chennai

9h 15m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

2:00 am - 6:30 pmMAA Chennai-MNL Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

14h 00m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

$823Cathay Pacific

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How much is a round-trip flight from Manila to Chennai? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Manila to Chennai departing in march.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Manila to Chennai?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Manila to Chennai. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from Manila to Chennai? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from Manila to Chennai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •September is the cheapest month to fly from Manila to Chennai at $378 round-trip.
•October ($643) and December ($606) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 70% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.
When are flights from Manila to Chennai the cheapest?: Flights from Manila to Chennai are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 56% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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What cabin classes can I book on flights from Manila to Chennai?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from Manila to Chennai.
How long is a flight from Manila to Chennai?
A nonstop flight from Manila to Chennai takes 00m, covering 2,737 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Manila 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 Manila to Chennai flight?
Round-trip flights from Manila to Chennai range from $389 to $565, with an average of $485 over the past 12 months. Anything below $389 counts as a good deal.
How expensive are last-minute Manila to Chennai flights?
Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 30% above the $485 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.
How are flight prices from Manila to Chennai looking right now?
One-way fares from Manila to Chennai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $233, which is 8% below the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from Manila to Chennai?
Flights from Manila to Chennai usually depart from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).
Which airports do connecting flights from Manila to Chennai pass through?
One-stop flights from Manila to Chennai most commonly connect through:

• Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) - 49% of one-stop connections
• Singapore Changi (SIN) - 28% of one-stop connections
• Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) - 8% of one-stop connections
• Hong Kong Intl (HKG) - 8% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Manila to Chennai?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Manila to Chennai. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $444 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $545, a difference of $101.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Manila to Chennai?
Flying via Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl (BWN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 10h 01m, compared with 10h 08m via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) and 11h 33m via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL).
What is the time difference between Manila and Chennai?
Chennai is 2 hours behind Manila (India Time vs Philippine Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average $444, about $101 less than Friday fares (19% 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 56% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Manila to Chennai trip for September. Fares historically average $378 round-trip in that month - typically $265 less than the most expensive month, which is October (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
• Trident Chennai
• Hotel Mount Manor

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