C$147 Cheap Flights from Madurai (IXM) to Chennai (MAA)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Madurai Airport to Chennai Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$152. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Chennai.C$73 per passenger.Departing Wed., Sep. 30.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound direct flight with Air India departs from Madurai on Wed., Sep. 30, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$73, select.

Chennai.C$75 per passenger.Departing Tue., Jul. 14.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound direct flight with Air India departs from Madurai on Tue., Jul. 14, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$75, select.

Chennai.C$76 per passenger.Departing Sun., Aug. 2.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Madurai on Sun., Aug. 2, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$76, select.

Chennai.C$76 per passenger.Departing Tue., Aug. 11.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Madurai on Tue., Aug. 11, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$76, select.

Chennai.C$101 per passenger.Departing Thu., Mar. 11.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound direct flight with Air India departs from Madurai on Thu., Mar. 11, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$101, select.

Chennai.C$101 per passenger.Departing Fri., Dec. 18.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound direct flight with Air India departs from Madurai on Fri., Dec. 18, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$101, select.

Chennai.C$101 per passenger.Departing Tue., Oct. 27.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound direct flight with Air India departs from Madurai on Tue., Oct. 27, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$101, select.

Chennai.C$101 per passenger.Departing Wed., Nov. 4.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound direct flight with Air India departs from Madurai on Wed., Nov. 4, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$101, select.

Chennai.C$102 per passenger.Departing Fri., Feb. 26.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound direct flight with Air India departs from Madurai on Fri., Feb. 26, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$102, select.

Chennai.C$103 per passenger.Departing Wed., Jan. 20.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Madurai on Wed., Jan. 20, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$103, select.

Chennai.C$103 per passenger.Departing Thu., May 20.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Madurai on Thu., May 20, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$103, select.

Chennai.C$103 per passenger.Departing Mon., Apr. 12.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Madurai on Mon., Apr. 12, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$103, select.

Chennai.C$151 per passenger.Departing Fri., Jun. 11.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Madurai on Fri., Jun. 11, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$151, select.

Chennai.C$198 per passenger.Departing Fri., Jun. 11.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Madurai on Fri., Jun. 11, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$198, select.

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Madurai to Chennai: Alternative routes

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Madurai to Chennai: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	C$73
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	1 hr, 19 mins
Most popular airline	IndiGo
Average flights per week	85

Finding cheap flights from Madurai to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Madurai to Chennai?

The best price we found for a return flight from Madurai to Chennai is C$147. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Madurai to Chennai?

1 hour and 19 minutes is the average flight time from Madurai to Chennai.

Which airlines fly direct from Madurai to Chennai?

IndiGo, British Airways and SriLankan Airlines fly direct from Madurai to Chennai.

How many flights are there a week from Madurai to Chennai?

As of July 2026, there are 95 flights per week flying from Madurai to Chennai.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Madurai to Chennai?

The cheapest month to fly from Madurai to Chennai is usually July.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Madurai Airport to Chennai Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Madurai Airport to Chennai Airport on Thursday, July 2, 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Madurai Airport to Chennai Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 19 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Chennai?

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When is the best time to book flights to Chennai?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chennai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Madurai Airport to Chennai with?

Currently, Air India offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chennai.

Flying from Madurai Airport (IXM) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know

The average length of a direct flight from Madurai Airport to Chennai Airport is 1 hour 25 minutes.
Madurai and Chennai follow the same timezone, UTC+5:30.
Flights from IXM to MAA start from 07:55 — the first with IndiGo. The last departure is at 22:45 with IndiGo. In total, there are 68 weekly Madurai Airport to Chennai Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your IXM to MAA flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can fly nonstop to Chennai, India. Take off with one of these carriers that operate direct flights from Madurai Airport to Chennai Airport:
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is IndiGo.
With 78.51% of its services landing as planned, IndiGo is the most punctual carrier offering IXM to MAA flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Madurai Airport to Chennai Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between IXM and MAA:
- Mumbai Airport
- Bengaluru Airport
- Colombo Bandaranayake Airport

Handy information about Madurai Airport (IXM)

When it comes to the on-time performance of Madurai Airport, data shows 75% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Madurai to Madurai Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Madurai Airport to Chennai Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to IXM:

Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)

If you're getting in on a late Madurai Airport to Chennai Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near MAA:
Pick up a Chennai Airport rental car and discover Chennai and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Europcar and North Car Rental are popular providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Chennai Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.

When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)

It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Madurai Airport to Chennai Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Chennai. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in September.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with the temperature ranging between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from Madurai Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from IXM to MAA sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of India

Bengaluru is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Chennai. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
Coimbatore is another favourite destination in India and is around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. No trip is complete without visiting Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Siruvani Falls and Dam and Sri Ranganathar Temple.