Cheap Flights from Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA)

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Flights from Chennai Intl. Airport

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £94 for one-way flights and £224 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

SriLankan Airlines
Wed, 25 Mar - Wed, 8 Apr
MAA
Chennai
MLE
Malé
£224 Return, found 6 days ago
£224
Return
found 6 days ago
Select SriLankan Airlines flight, departing Wed, 25 Mar from Chennai to Malé, returning Wed, 8 Apr, priced at £224 found 6 days ago
SriLankan Airlines
Wed, 18 Mar - Sun, 29 Mar
MAA
Chennai
MLE
Malé
£225 Return, found 4 days ago
£225
Return
found 4 days ago
Select SriLankan Airlines flight, departing Wed, 18 Mar from Chennai to Malé, returning Sun, 29 Mar, priced at £225 found 4 days ago
IndiGo
Fri, 26 Jun - Tue, 30 Jun
MAA
Chennai
MLE
Malé
£240 Return, found 6 hours ago
£240
Return
found 6 hours ago
Select IndiGo flight, departing Fri, 26 Jun from Chennai to Malé, returning Tue, 30 Jun, priced at £240 found 6 hours ago
IndiGo
Fri, 26 Jun - Tue, 30 Jun
MAA
Chennai
MLE
Malé
£243 Return, found 6 hours ago
£243
Return
found 6 hours ago
Select IndiGo flight, departing Fri, 26 Jun from Chennai to Malé, returning Tue, 30 Jun, priced at £243 found 6 hours ago
IndiGo
Fri, 26 Jun - Tue, 30 Jun
MAA
Chennai
MLE
Malé
£245 Return, found 6 hours ago
£245
Return
found 6 hours ago
Select IndiGo flight, departing Fri, 26 Jun from Chennai to Malé, returning Tue, 30 Jun, priced at £245 found 6 hours ago
IndiGo
Mon, 13 Apr - Thu, 16 Apr
MAA
Chennai
MLE
Malé
£246 Return, found 4 days ago
£246
Return
found 4 days ago
Select IndiGo flight, departing Mon, 13 Apr from Chennai to Malé, returning Thu, 16 Apr, priced at £246 found 4 days ago
Etihad Airways
Sun, 12 Apr - Fri, 31 Jul
MAA
Chennai
ORD
Chicago
£654 Return, found 6 days ago
£654
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Etihad Airways flight, departing Sun, 12 Apr from Chennai to Chicago, returning Fri, 31 Jul, priced at £654 found 6 days ago
Air India
Wed, 20 May - Wed, 22 Jul
MAA
Chennai
SFO
San Francisco
£661 Return, found 6 days ago
£661
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Air India flight, departing Wed, 20 May from Chennai to San Francisco, returning Wed, 22 Jul, priced at £661 found 6 days ago
Virgin Atlantic
Sun, 20 Dec - Fri, 8 Jan
MAA
Chennai
SFO
San Francisco
£676 Return, found 6 days ago
£676
Return
found 6 days ago
Select Virgin Atlantic flight, departing Sun, 20 Dec from Chennai to San Francisco, returning Fri, 8 Jan, priced at £676 found 6 days ago
KLM
Sat, 2 May - Sat, 24 Oct
MAA
Chennai
ORD
Chicago
£747 Return, found 5 days ago
£747
Return
found 5 days ago
Select KLM flight, departing Sat, 2 May from Chennai to Chicago, returning Sat, 24 Oct, priced at £747 found 5 days ago

Frequently asked questions

What is the airport code for Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA)?
Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) uses the airport code: MAA.
How many terminals are there in MAA and how early should I arrive before my flight?
1, 2 and 4 are the 3 terminal buildings that make up Chennai Airport. Each terminal should have a decent array of amenities and services to fill in the time before you take to the skies. To be safe, arrive 1.5-2 hours prior to departure for domestic flights. For international flights, we suggest arriving 2-3 hours in advance. This will give you enough time to clear customs and security and then find your departure gate. It's smart to add extra time during peak periods, such as Christmas.
Does MAA have a hotel?
Chennai Airport has no accommodation in the immediate vicinity, but that doesn't mean you'll have to sleep on a bench in the terminal. You should find somewhere comfortable to stay before your flight if you broaden your search. Unfortunately, there are no hotels within a stone's throw of the tarmac. But if you don't mind taking a short road trip, the Fabhotel Prime Le Palace is an excellent choice. Or if that hotel doesn't work for you, try another one of these suggestions here: Chennai (MAA-Chennai Intl.). You'll get a great night's sleep here, but make sure you give yourself enough time to travel to the airport.
Are there private lounges in Chennai Airport?
Yes, there is! Who wouldn't want to recharge their batteries in a private lounge before they jet off? MAA has at least one of these areas, so research online to see if you're eligible for entry.
What airlines fly out of Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA)?
These domestic airlines all depart from MAA and are quality options:

  • IndiGo
  • Air India
  • Vistara

If you're yearning to head off to faraway destinations, these well-known airlines will comfortably take you there from MAA:

  • IndiGo
  • Air India
  • Emirates

How many flights per day fly out of MAA?
Each day, 196 flights jet out of Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA). Whether you're chasing economy or business, window or aisle, Expedia can help you score the ideal flight to your next destination.
How to find cheap flights from MAA with Expedia?
The cheapest one-way flight from Chennai (MAA-Chennai Intl.) was to Malé (MLE) at £94. An easy way to find cheap flights with Expedia is to enter your dates and destination, and then sort your results by price. These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply. Refine your search and filter for specific flight times, airline preference, nonstop flights and more. Above your search results, click on "Flexible dates" to see how the price of your fare changes over the days surrounding your trip. Once you've booked your cheap flight, check out our deals on hotels and rental cars.
Where can you fly to from Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA)?
If you take a peek at the numbers, most international travellers leaving from Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) are en route to Singapore, Colombo or Kuala Lumpur. Sounds good to us! Many domestic travellers jet to Delhi, Mumbai or Hyderabad. Choose your destination, lock in your airfare and you'll be embarking on your unforgettable adventure in no time.
What is the cancellation policy on flights and how do I cancel my flight on Expedia?
Most flights are free to cancel within 24 hours of making the reservation. However, some flights are non-refundable, and you may receive a flight credit from the airline to use for a future booking. For more information, please visit our Customer Service Portal.

Travel information

Chennai Intl. Airport Information

Airport Name
Airport Location
Airport Code
Latitude
Longitude
Altitude
Chennai Intl.Chennai, INIATA: MAA, ICAO: VOMM, GPS Code: VOMM12.99000580.16929615.85 meters

Chennai Intl., MAA airport, offers flights from multiple airline carriers to many popular global destinations. Above you'll find some useful information about Chennai’s airports that can help you in planning your next trip. Expedia offers flights from Chennai Intl. on multiple airline carriers, and makes it easy and affordable for you to book.

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