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Cheap flights from China to Chennai from ₹ 21,107

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — MAA
31 Jul — 7 Aug1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from China to Chennai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for China to Chennai flight deals. Data was last updated 26 July 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 35,467

One-way from

₹ 21,107
4/9-9/9
  • 4/9-9/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 20m total
  • China to Chennai
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2/8
  • 2/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 32h 35m total
  • China to Chennai
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Cheapest flights from China to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from China to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 July 2025.

Thu 4/921:50PVG - MAA
2 stops27h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/903:50MAA - PVG
1 stop17h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7₹ 35,467
Thu 4/918:50SHA - MAA
3 stops30h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/903:50MAA - SHA
2 stops16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7₹ 37,370
Mon 8/916:00PEK - MAA
2 stops22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 14/900:05MAA - PEK
3 stops35h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7₹ 37,889
Mon 8/922:30SHA - MAA
1 stop28h 15mCathay Pacific
Sun 14/901:30MAA - SHA
1 stop16h 55mCathay Pacific
Deal found 25/7₹ 46,626
Wed 3/900:20PVG - MAA
2 stops41h 40mEthiopian Air
Wed 10/919:50MAA - PVG
2 stops41h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 24/7₹ 286,155
Thu 24/701:35PVG - MAA
2 stops24h 56mANA
Sat 26/701:10MAA - PVG
2 stops20h 55mANA
Deal found 23/7₹ 669,974

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Customise your flight search to find flights from China to Chennai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 454,620 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from China to Chennai that are best for you.

Fly from

China

Fly to

Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiChennai

PVG - MAA

PVGMAA

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 4/9

21:50-23:05

2 stops27h 45m

Chennai

Tue 9/9

03:50-23:55

1 stop17h 35m

₹ 35,467

ShanghaiChennai

SHA - MAA

SHAMAA

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 4/9

18:50-23:05

3 stops30h 45m

Chennai

Tue 9/9

03:50-22:20

2 stops16h 00m

₹ 37,370

BeijingChennai

PEK - MAA

PEKMAA

Beijing Capital

Mon 8/9

16:00-11:50

2 stops22h 20m

Chennai

Sun 14/9

00:05-13:45

3 stops35h 10m

₹ 37,889

ShanghaiChennai

SHA - MAA

SHAMAA

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 8/9

22:30-00:15

1 stop28h 15m

Chennai

Sun 14/9

01:30-20:55

1 stop16h 55m

₹ 46,626

ShanghaiChennai

PVG - MAA

PVGMAA

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 3/9

00:20-15:30

2 stops41h 40m

Chennai

Wed 10/9

19:50-15:45

2 stops41h 25m

₹ 286,155

BeijingChennai

PEK - MAA

PEKMAA

Beijing Capital

Sat 2/8

17:00-23:05

3 stops32h 35m

₹ 21,107

ShanghaiChennai

PVG - MAA

PVGMAA

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 7/12

06:50-22:55

1 stop18h 35m

₹ 22,491

ShanghaiChennai

SHA - MAA

SHAMAA

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 6/9

13:20-00:15

1 stop13h 25m

₹ 26,211

ShanghaiChennai

SHA - MAA

SHAMAA

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Sat 6/9

19:15-19:10

2 stops26h 25m

₹ 26,730

BeijingChennai

PEK - MAA

PEKMAA

Beijing Capital

Sun 7/9

17:05-00:01

1 stop9h 26m

₹ 28,200

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CN to MAA?

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Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from China to Chennai as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chennai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chennai. Reviews last updated 26 July 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways, andCathay Pacific from China to Chennai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,334 reviews
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Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,334 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,334 reviews
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Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Thai Airways
7.8
Good
339 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,334 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
947 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,334 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,916 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,334 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
797 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,334 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from China to Chennai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chennai from China?

    For a flight from China to Chennai, you will be flying into Chennai. Chennai (MAA) is just 16.5 km from the centre of the city.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from China to Chennai one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as ₹ 26,211 on Cathay Pacific. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Thai Airways from ₹ 28,200 and Singapore Airlines from ₹ 40,916 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from China to Chennai?

    When deciding which route to take from China to Chennai, consider Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Chennai, Shanghai Pu Dong - Chennai or Beijing Capital - Chennai, as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from China to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on China to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from China to Chennai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from China to Chennai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from China to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from China to Chennai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from China to Chennai?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Chennai (average of ₹ 100). Flying from China to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 120). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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