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Cheap flights from China to Chennai from ₹ 19,928

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 31/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — MAA
24 Nov — 1 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 25 October 2025.

Mon 8/1213:35SHA - MAA
1 stop13h 30mCathay Pacific
Sun 14/1202:00MAA - SHA
1 stop16h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/10₹ 47,756
Sun 23/1116:00PEK - MAA
2 stops17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/1106:25MAA - PEK
1 stop14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/10₹ 49,249
Fri 7/1113:35SHA - MAA
1 stop13h 30mCathay Pacific
Sun 9/1102:00MAA - SHA
1 stop16h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/10₹ 52,058
Fri 7/1110:10SHA - MAA
2 stops16h 21mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/1101:00MAA - SHA
2 stops17h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/10₹ 53,550
Fri 31/1007:10SHA - MAA
2 stops19h 21mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/1101:00MAA - SHA
2 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/10₹ 55,569
Sun 23/1119:30PEK - MAA
1 stop31h 35mCathay Pacific
Sat 29/1102:00MAA - PEK
1 stop20h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/10₹ 56,535
Sun 23/1116:40PEK - MAA
1 stop32h 00mSingapore Airlines
Sun 30/1123:25MAA - PEK
1 stop12h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 24/10₹ 71,459
Fri 31/1013:35SHA - MAA
1 stop13h 30mCathay Pacific
Sun 9/1102:00MAA - SHA
1 stop16h 25mCathay Pacific
Deal found 24/10₹ 79,184
Sun 23/1117:05PEK - MAA
2 stops44h 30mAir India
Sun 30/1106:15MAA - PEK
2 stops31h 05mAir India
Deal found 24/10₹ 100,692
Mon 8/1215:00SHA - MAA
1 stop12h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1218:00MAA - SHA
2 stops17h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/10₹ 146,166
Sat 22/1100:40PEK - MAA
1 stop28h 05mEmirates
Sun 30/1121:45MAA - PEK
1 stop22h 15mEmirates
Deal found 24/10₹ 193,746

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 25 October 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 47,756

One-way from

₹ 25,897
Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 8/12-14/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 55m total
  • China to Chennai
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6/12
  • 6/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 50m total
  • China to Chennai
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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 25 October 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from China to Chennai that are best for you.

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China

Fly to

Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ShanghaiChennai

SHA - MAA

SHAMAA

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 8/12

13:35-00:35

1 stop13h 30m

Chennai

Sun 14/12

02:00-20:55

1 stop16h 25m

₹ 47,756

BeijingChennai

PEK - MAA

PEKMAA

Beijing Capital

Sun 23/11

16:00-07:00

2 stops17h 30m

Chennai

Sun 30/11

06:25-23:35

1 stop14h 40m

₹ 49,249

ShanghaiChennai

SHA - MAA

SHAMAA

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 7/11

13:35-00:35

1 stop13h 30m

Chennai

Sun 9/11

02:00-20:55

1 stop16h 25m

₹ 52,058

ShanghaiChennai

SHA - MAA

SHAMAA

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 7/11

10:10-00:01

2 stops16h 21m

Chennai

Sun 9/11

01:00-20:40

2 stops17h 10m

₹ 53,550

ShanghaiChennai

PVG - MAA

PVGMAA

Shanghai Pu Dong

Fri 13/2

08:15-00:01

1 stop18h 16m

Chennai

Mon 16/2

01:00-15:50

1 stop12h 20m

₹ 60,398

BeijingChennai

PEK - MAA

PEKMAA

Beijing Capital

Sat 22/11

03:25-00:35

1 stop23h 40m

Chennai

Sat 29/11

02:00-00:55

1 stop20h 25m

₹ 68,562

BeijingChennai

PEK - MAA

PEKMAA

Beijing Capital

Tue 17/2

03:25-00:35

1 stop23h 40m

Chennai

Sat 21/2

02:00-20:30

1 stop16h 00m

₹ 69,527

BeijingChennai

PEK - MAA

PEKMAA

Beijing Capital

Sun 23/11

16:40-22:10

1 stop32h 00m

Chennai

Sun 30/11

23:25-14:50

1 stop12h 55m

₹ 71,459

ShanghaiChennai

SHA - MAA

SHAMAA

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 13/2

13:35-00:35

1 stop13h 30m

Chennai

Mon 16/2

02:00-15:20

1 stop10h 50m

₹ 80,764

ShanghaiChennai

PVG - MAA

PVGMAA

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 16/2

00:10-08:45

1 stop11h 05m

Chennai

Wed 18/2

23:25-12:45

1 stop10h 50m

₹ 89,192

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Everything you need to know about your flight from China to Chennai

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

Find hourly flight availability from China to Chennai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 October 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from China to Chennai in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 65% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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.

  • How long is the flight from China to Chennai?

    Cathay Pacific, Thai Airways, and Singapore Airlines can get you from China to Chennai in just under 11h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 7h 11m. There are 4701 km between China and Chennai. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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, Beijing Capital - Chennai or Shanghai Pu Dong - 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.

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