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Flight deals from Auckland International to Chennai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Auckland International Airport to Chennai Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 14,062. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chennai.R 6,506 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Nov.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Auckland International on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,506, select.
Chennai.R 6,552 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 Jan.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Auckland International on Sun, 31 Jan, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,552, select.
Chennai.R 6,565 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Aug.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Auckland International on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,565, select.
Chennai.R 6,583 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Auckland International on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,583, select.
Chennai.R 6,623 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Feb.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Auckland International on Sat, 20 Feb, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,623, select.
Chennai.R 6,700 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Auckland International on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,700, select.
Chennai.R 6,913 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Jul.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Auckland International on Sat, 25 Jul, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,913, select.
Chennai.R 7,632 per passenger.Departing Mon, 8 Mar.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Auckland International on Mon, 8 Mar, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 7,632, select.
Chennai.R 8,792 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Apr.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Auckland International on Sat, 17 Apr, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,792, select.
Chennai.R 9,067 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Dec.One-way flight with Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Auckland International on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,067, select.
Chennai.R 9,342 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 May.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Auckland International on Mon, 31 May, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,342, select.
Chennai.R 9,650 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Jun.One-way flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Auckland International on Tue, 1 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,650, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Auckland International to Chennai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Auckland International to Chennai flights are currently cheapest in November.
Jul
from R 6,913
Aug
from R 6,565
Sep
from R 6,583
Oct
from R 6,700
Nov
from R 6,506
Dec
from R 9,067
Jan
from R 6,552
Feb
from R 6,623
Mar
from R 7,632
Apr
from R 8,792
May
from R 9,342
Jun
from R 9,650

Auckland International to Chennai: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Auckland International to Chennai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Chennai.

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Auckland to Chennai: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundR 6,506
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Auckland International to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Auckland International to Chennai is R 14,062. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Auckland International to Chennai. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 14,062.
As of July 2026, there are no flights flying from Auckland International to Chennai.
The cheapest month to fly from Auckland International to Chennai is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Auckland International Airport to Chennai Airport on Saturday, 1 August 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Auckland International Airport and Chennai Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chennai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

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.

Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chennai.

Flying from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is seven hours 30 minutes behind Auckland.

  • For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your AKL to MAA flight.

  • You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Auckland International Airport to Chennai Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between AKL and MAA:

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

    • Singapore Changi Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Auckland International Airport to Chennai Airport flight is R 6,506. A round-trip fare right now is R 14,062. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.

  • To score cheap tickets from AKL to MAA, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.

  • Getting cheap flights from Auckland International Airport to Chennai Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across each month and bag a great deal.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from AKL to MAA.

  • Lock in the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Auckland International Airport to Chennai Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Auckland International Airport (AKL)

  • 70% of flights departing from Auckland International Airport touch down at their destination on time.

  • Central Auckland to Auckland International Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.

  • You can expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes when using public transport.

  • Have an early flight from Auckland International Airport to Chennai Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near AKL:

Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • If you're landing on a late Auckland International Airport to Chennai Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near MAA:

  • Grab a Chennai Airport rental car and explore Chennai and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Europcar and North Car Rental are popular outlets you can book with here.

  • For the best deal, book your ride from Chennai Airport around three weeks before travelling.

Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai

  • From Chennai Airport, Chennai is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • It takes around 1 hour to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Auckland International Airport to Chennai Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Chennai. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in September.

  • Book your flight from Auckland International Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you'd like to visit Chennai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from AKL to MAA sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of India

  • Bengaluru is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored once you've seen Chennai. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.

  • Around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another essential stop in India. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Siruvani Falls and Dam and Sri Ranganathar Temple.

Plan the rest of your trip from Auckland to Chennai

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