Skyscanner

Cheap Flights from Salem to Chennai

Compare Salem to Chennai flight deals

Find the cheapest month or even day of the year to fly to Chennai

Book the best Chennai fare with no extra fees

Flight deals from Salem to Chennai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Salem to Chennai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chennai.R 567 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Aug.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Salem on Mon, 4 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 567, select.
Chennai.R 567 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Jul.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Salem on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 567, select.
Chennai.R 567 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Sep.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Salem on Tue, 9 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 567, select.
Chennai.R 751 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Dec.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Salem on Wed, 17 Dec, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 751, select.
Chennai.R 754 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Oct.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Salem on Fri, 10 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 754, select.
Chennai.R 772 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Nov.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Salem on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 772, select.
Chennai.R 1,814 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Mar.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Salem on Thu, 12 Mar, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,814, select.
Chennai.R 1,814 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Jan.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Salem on Thu, 1 Jan, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,814, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Salem to Chennai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Salem to Chennai flights are currently cheapest in July.
Jul
from R 567
Aug
from R 567
Sep
from R 567
Oct
from R 754
Nov
from R 772
Dec
from R 751
Jan
from R 1,814
Feb
from R 1,814
Mar
from R 1,814
Apr
Find prices
May
from R 1,826
Jun
Find prices

Direct flights from Salem to Chennai

Salem to Chennai: Alternative routes

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

Salem to Chennai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 567
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time1 hr, 5 mins
Most popular airlineIndiGo
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Salem to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Salem to Chennai is R 1,072. 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.
1 hour and 5 minutes is the average flight time from Salem to Chennai.
IndiGo flies direct from Salem to Chennai.
As of July 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from Salem to Chennai.
The cheapest month to fly from Salem to Chennai is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Salem Airport to Chennai Airport on Tuesday, 22 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 5 minutes.
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, IndiGo offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chennai.

Flying from Salem Airport (SXV) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Salem Airport to Chennai Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 55 minutes.

  • Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Salem.

  • Flights from SXV to MAA start from 12:00 — the first with IndiGo. The latest departure is at 17:10 with IndiGo. Overall, you can take your pick of 82 weekly Salem Airport to Chennai Airport flights.

  • To ensure you get on your SXV to MAA flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • Flying during a peak month like April? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • IndiGo offers direct flights from Salem Airport to Chennai Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Chennai — and maybe even more of India if time allows.

  • The airline that passengers book most often on this route is IndiGo.

  • With 79.66% of services arriving as planned, IndiGo is the most punctual carrier offering SXV to MAA flights.

  • Pick a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Salem Airport to Chennai Airport. Kempegowda International Airport is a popular stopover on the SXV to MAA route.

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

  • Right now, R 567 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Salem Airport to Chennai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 1,072. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.

  • Book six months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SXV to MAA.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Salem Airport to Chennai Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from SXV to MAA couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new deal comes up.

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

Handy information about Salem Airport (SXV)

  • Salem Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 80.0% of flights that depart SXV reach their destination without delay.

  • To get to Salem Airport from central Salem, it'll take about 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Staying the night at a hotel can take the stress out of reaching the airport on time. If you're looking for a place to stay before your flight from Salem Airport to Chennai Airport, check out SD Residency. It's a short drive from SXV.

Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Salem Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and experience the lesser-explored corners of Chennai and beyond.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Chennai Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.

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 roughly 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Salem Airport to Chennai Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Chennai. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Chennai is May, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from Salem Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • Search for cheap tickets from SXV to MAA in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.

Explore more of India

  • You've done Chennai, now it's time to discover other parts of India. Travel around 290 kilometres west to Bengaluru to tick off its leading sights. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, your itinerary will be busy.

  • 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.

Plan the rest of your trip from Salem to Chennai

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.