Question 1

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chennai?

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The month of July is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chennai from New Delhi, with most prices found around £99. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of July, then book flights to Chennai from New Delhi during September instead. Flights to Chennai in September, while not as cheap as those in July, still average around £101.

Question 2

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl to Chennai?

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Air India is the most popular carrier operating from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl to Chennai

Question 3

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

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Monday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 4

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chennai?

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The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chennai is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as £104. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Thursday because tickets tend to average around £152. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Chennai.

Question 5

How many flights depart from New Delhi to Chennai on average per week?

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As of February 2026, 422 flights take off from New Delhi and land in Chennai each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Fri, with 15% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Question 6

What is the cheapest New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl to Chennai flight route?

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Fly from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl to Chennai for the best New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl - Chennai flight prices

Question 7

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New Delhi to Chennai flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, IndiGo have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 16% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 8

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chennai?

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chennai from New Delhi when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chennai for around £109 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chennai from New Delhi for as low as £94 on momondo.

Question 9

How many flights depart from New Delhi to Chennai on average per day?

Accepted Answer

60 flights are operational daily from New Delhi to Chennai as of February 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 09:00, with 44% of flights per day taking off at midday.

Question 10

What cabin class options are available on New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl to Chennai flights?

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There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl to Chennai flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 11

Can stopping save me money on New Delhi to Chennai flights?

Accepted Answer

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between New Delhi to Chennai.

Question 12

How often are flights from New Delhi to Chennai delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 18% of flights between New Delhi and Chennai have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 109 minutes.

Question 13

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chennai?

Accepted Answer

Flying to Chennai from New Delhi in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £105 when looking at flights departing in the morning. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chennai is in the afternoon when prices are around £160.

Question 14

How have New Delhi to Chennai flight prices changed over time?

Accepted Answer

As of February 2026, prices for New Delhi to Chennai flights are approximately 7% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 15

What is the most punctual flight time for New Delhi to Chennai flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 16

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport to Chennai Airport?

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Prices for flights from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport to Chennai Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

Question 17

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport to Chennai Airport?

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As of February 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport to Chennai Airport.

Question 18

How old do you have to be to fly from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport to Chennai Airport?

Accepted Answer

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport to Chennai Airport.

Question 19

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chennai Airport?

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Chennai Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Chennai Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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What cabin class options are available on New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl to Chennai flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl to Chennai flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on New Delhi to Chennai flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between New Delhi to Chennai.

How have New Delhi to Chennai flight prices changed over time?

As of February 2026, prices for New Delhi to Chennai flights are approximately 7% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl to Chennai?

Air India is the most popular carrier operating from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl to Chennai

How often are flights from New Delhi to Chennai delayed?

Historically, on average around 18% of flights between New Delhi and Chennai have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 109 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for New Delhi to Chennai flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Saturday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on New Delhi to Chennai flights?

According to our data, IndiGo have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 16% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from New Delhi to Chennai on average per day?

60 flights are operational daily from New Delhi to Chennai as of February 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 09:00, with 44% of flights per day taking off at midday.

How many flights depart from New Delhi to Chennai on average per week?

As of February 2026, 422 flights take off from New Delhi and land in Chennai each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Fri, with 15% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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