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Flight deals from Nairobi to Chennai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Nairobi to Chennai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chennai.R 3,293 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Jul.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 7 Jul, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,293, select.
Chennai.R 3,723 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Sep.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,723, select.
Chennai.R 3,827 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Aug.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 4 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,827, select.
Chennai.R 4,085 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,085, select.
Chennai.R 4,108 per passenger.Departing Thu, 27 Nov.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 27 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,108, select.
Chennai.R 4,684 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Jun.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 30 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,684, select.
Chennai.R 4,908 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Dec.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Mon, 29 Dec, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,908, select.
Chennai.R 4,971 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Jan.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta on Thu, 1 Jan, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,971, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Chennai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Nairobi to Chennai flights are currently cheapest in July.
Jun
from R 4,684
Jul
from R 3,293
Aug
from R 3,827
Sep
from R 3,723
Oct
from R 4,085
Nov
from R 4,108
Dec
from R 4,908
Jan
from R 4,971
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Nairobi to Chennai: Alternative routes

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

Nairobi to Chennai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 3,293
Cheapest month to flyJuly

Finding cheap flights from Nairobi to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Nairobi to Chennai is R 6,675. 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 Nairobi to Chennai. But we found flights with one stop from R 6,675.
As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Nairobi to Chennai.
The cheapest month to fly from Nairobi to Chennai is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Nairobi to Chennai Airport on Monday, 30 June 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Nairobi 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Chennai is IndiGo .

Flying from Nairobi to Chennai Airport (MAA): What you need to know

  • Nairobi has two main airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Nairobi to Chennai Airport (MAA) leaving from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) or Wilson Airport (WIL).

  • The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Nairobi. Chennai Airport is located in Chennai.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Nairobi to MAA.

  • Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.

Airports in Nairobi

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)

  • We make it simple to find cheap flights from Nairobi to MAA that include a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between NBO and MAA include:

    • Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)

    • Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

    • Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)

  • Located around 14 kilometres from central Nairobi, NBO can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Nairobi to Chennai Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:

  • 67.1% of flights that take off from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport arrive at their destination on time.

Wilson Airport (WIL)

  • WIL is around 3 kilometres from central Nairobi. It'll take 15 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 45 minutes.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Nairobi to MAA flight? Check in to a hotel near Wilson Airport before your break officially begins. These stays are expecting you:

About Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • If you're arriving on a late flight from Nairobi to Chennai Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near MAA:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and explore beyond Chennai's usual tourist stops.

  • Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Nairobi to Chennai Airport flight.

Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai

  • The centre of Chennai is roughly 16 kilometres from Chennai Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do some research ahead of your trip.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Nairobi to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • At the moment, R 3,293 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Nairobi to Chennai Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 6,675. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Nairobi to MAA. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.

  • Cheap Nairobi to Chennai Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from Nairobi to MAA.

  • Find a cheap flight from Nairobi to Chennai Airport by using the search filters. Select your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Nairobi to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning the timing of your trip. April is the quietest month to go to Chennai. July is when most people book flights from Nairobi to Chennai Airport (MAA), which may be ideal if you're after more action.

  • Before locking in your Nairobi to MAA plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with temperatures ranging from 28ºC (82ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).

  • January has temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Nairobi to Chennai Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Chennai

  • Start your Chennai trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Nairobi to Chennai Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:

  • Meenakshi Temple and Marina beach are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Chennai itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Wildlife photography tours -Naturographers.

Explore more of India

  • Bengaluru is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered once you've seen Chennai. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.

  • Around 257 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Salem is another favourite stop in India. Experience major highlights starting with Meenakshi Amman Kovil, ISKCON and Eco Trekking (Starting Point).

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