Cheap Flights from Istanbul Sabiha to Chennai

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul Sabiha to Chennai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Sabiha to Chennai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul Sabiha to Chennai flights are currently cheapest in March.

Istanbul Sabiha to Chennai: Alternative routes

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

Istanbul to Chennai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,500
Cheapest month to flyMarch

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul Sabiha to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul Sabiha to Chennai is R 5,487. 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 Istanbul Sabiha to Chennai. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 5,487.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Istanbul Sabiha to Chennai.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Sabiha to Chennai is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Sabiha Airport to Chennai Airport on Friday, 10 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Istanbul Sabiha 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, Pegasus Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chennai.

Flying from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know

  • Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Chennai two hours 30 minutes ahead of Istanbul.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your SAW to MAA flight.

  • During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Chennai Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between SAW and MAA include:

    • Hamad International Airport

    • Dubai Airport

    • Sharjah International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • R 2,500 is currently the best price for a one-way Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Return flights start at R 5,487. These fares may change based on availability and demand.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SAW to MAA if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.

  • Finding cheap flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Chennai Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across each month and score a great deal.

  • You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from SAW to MAA.

  • Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Chennai Airport.

Handy information about Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)

  • When it comes to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport's on-time performance, 76.93% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • Central Istanbul to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport is around 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 55 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour 30 minutes when using public transport.

  • Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near SAW. Whether you're taking an early flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Chennai Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • If you're getting in on a late Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Chennai Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near MAA:

  • Grab a Chennai Airport rental car and explore Chennai and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Europcar and North Car Hire are leading providers you can book with here.

  • Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Chennai Airport about three weeks before your travel date.

Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai

  • From Chennai Airport, Chennai is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It takes around 50 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Chennai Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Chennai in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you want to visit Chennai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).

  • January has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SAW to MAA sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of India

  • Bengaluru is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Chennai. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.

  • Around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another essential stop in India. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.

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