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Cheap flights from Madurai to Chennai from ₹ 4,916

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 21/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IXM — MAA
28 Apr — 5 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Madurai to Chennai are usually found in March or January, booked 38 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Madurai to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Madurai to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 March 2026.

Thu 30/713:50
IXM
-
MAA
Nonstop1h 10m
Air India
Mon 3/811:50
MAA
-
IXM
Nonstop1h 15m
Air India
Deal found 25/3₹ 9,548
Wed 13/521:35
IXM
-
MAA
1 stop10h 40m
IndiGo
Wed 20/516:15
MAA
-
IXM
1 stop4h 45m
IndiGo
Deal found 29/3₹ 10,493
Sun 10/521:35
IXM
-
MAA
1 stop10h 40m
IndiGo
Sun 17/508:55
MAA
-
IXM
1 stop3h 35m
IndiGo
Deal found 27/3₹ 10,588
Fri 8/516:10
IXM
-
MAA
Nonstop1h 25m
IndiGo
Fri 15/516:15
MAA
-
IXM
1 stop4h 45m
IndiGo
Deal found 24/3₹ 10,966
Sat 25/421:35
IXM
-
MAA
1 stop10h 40m
IndiGo
Sat 2/522:00
MAA
-
IXM
1 stop10h 20m
IndiGo
Deal found 28/3₹ 11,250
Thu 23/412:50
IXM
-
MAA
1 stop6h 25m
IndiGo
Thu 30/410:55
MAA
-
IXM
1 stop6h 05m
IndiGo
Deal found 27/3₹ 11,344
Thu 23/413:50
IXM
-
MAA
Nonstop1h 10m
Air India
Thu 30/411:50
MAA
-
IXM
Nonstop1h 15m
Air India
Deal found 26/3₹ 11,533
Mon 11/513:50
IXM
-
MAA
Nonstop1h 10m
Air India
Mon 18/511:50
MAA
-
IXM
Nonstop1h 15m
Air India
Deal found 27/3₹ 11,628

Find flight deals from Madurai to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Madurai (IXM) to Chennai (MAA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 29 March 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 9,548

One-way from

₹ 4,916

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

₹ 9,359

Good round-trip deal

₹ 9,069 or less

Good one-way deal

₹ 5,060 or less
Air India
  • Air India
  • 30/7-3/8
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 25m total
  • Madurai to Chennai
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Air India
  • Air India
  • 21/9
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 10m total
  • Madurai to Chennai
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Madurai 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 29 March 2026.
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

MaduraiChennai

IXM - MAA

IXMMAA

Madurai

Thu 30/7

13:50-15:00

Nonstop1h 10m

Chennai

Mon 3/8

11:50-13:05

Nonstop1h 15m

₹ 9,548

MaduraiChennai

IXM - MAA

IXMMAA

Madurai

Tue 21/4

08:40-10:10

Nonstop1h 30m

Chennai

Tue 28/4

10:55-17:00

1 stop6h 05m

₹ 10,966

MaduraiChennai

IXM - MAA

IXMMAA

Madurai

Sat 25/4

21:35-08:15

1 stop10h 40m

Chennai

Sat 2/5

22:00-08:20

1 stop10h 20m

₹ 11,250

MaduraiChennai

IXM - MAA

IXMMAA

Madurai

Thu 23/4

12:50-19:15

1 stop6h 25m

Chennai

Thu 30/4

10:55-17:00

1 stop6h 05m

₹ 11,344

MaduraiChennai

IXM - MAA

IXMMAA

Madurai

Sun 10/5

20:00-21:25

Nonstop1h 25m

Chennai

Sun 17/5

16:10-17:35

Nonstop1h 25m

₹ 11,439

MaduraiChennai

IXM - MAA

IXMMAA

Madurai

Tue 5/5

09:00-19:15

1 stop10h 15m

Chennai

Tue 12/5

10:55-17:00

1 stop6h 05m

₹ 11,439

MaduraiChennai

IXM - MAA

IXMMAA

Madurai

Tue 5/5

13:50-15:00

Nonstop1h 10m

Chennai

Tue 12/5

11:50-13:05

Nonstop1h 15m

₹ 11,533

MaduraiChennai

IXM - MAA

IXMMAA

Madurai

Mon 11/5

13:50-15:00

Nonstop1h 10m

Chennai

Mon 18/5

11:50-13:05

Nonstop1h 15m

₹ 11,628

MaduraiChennai

IXM - MAA

IXMMAA

Madurai

Tue 12/5

21:45-23:10

Nonstop1h 25m

Chennai

Tue 19/5

16:15-21:00

1 stop4h 45m

₹ 11,628

MaduraiChennai

IXM - MAA

IXMMAA

Madurai

Sat 9/5

20:00-21:25

Nonstop1h 25m

Chennai

Sat 16/5

08:55-12:30

1 stop3h 35m

₹ 11,722

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Best time to book a flight from Madurai to Chennai

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Madurai to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Madurai to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

The best time to book flights from Madurai to Chennai is 38 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madurai to Chennai (average of ₹ 4,538). Flying from Madurai to Chennai in February is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 7,657). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Madurai 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 29 March 2026.

When flying from Madurai to Chennai, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 38% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Madurai to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Madurai to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Madurai to Chennai flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Madurai to Chennai?

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 29 March 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with IndiGo,Air India, andSpiceJet from Madurai to Chennai have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
545 reviews
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Crew

7.3

Entertainment

5.6

Overall

6.8

Boarding

6.8

Comfort

6.7

Food

6.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Inderjeet,Mar 2026

BOM - DEL

Had booked last minute, stretch did not have any food options except sandwich which is not ok for people who don’t eat bread. The crew did not offer any alternative. Crew was disengaged and not interested. Sad experience
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
545 reviews
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
545 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.3

Entertainment

5.6

Overall

6.8

Boarding

6.8

Comfort

6.7

Food

6.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Inderjeet,Mar 2026

BOM - DEL

Had booked last minute, stretch did not have any food options except sandwich which is not ok for people who don’t eat bread. The crew did not offer any alternative. Crew was disengaged and not interested. Sad experience
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,973 reviews
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
545 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.3

Entertainment

5.6

Overall

6.8

Boarding

6.8

Comfort

6.7

Food

6.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Inderjeet,Mar 2026

BOM - DEL

Had booked last minute, stretch did not have any food options except sandwich which is not ok for people who don’t eat bread. The crew did not offer any alternative. Crew was disengaged and not interested. Sad experience
SpiceJet
4.7
Mediocre
87 reviews
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
545 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.3

Entertainment

5.6

Overall

6.8

Boarding

6.8

Comfort

6.7

Food

6.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Inderjeet,Mar 2026

BOM - DEL

Had booked last minute, stretch did not have any food options except sandwich which is not ok for people who don’t eat bread. The crew did not offer any alternative. Crew was disengaged and not interested. Sad experience

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Madurai to Chennai?

    You will need to book a flight from Madurai to Chennai if you want to fly from Madurai to Chennai. At least 3 different airlines have flights from Madurai (IXM) to Chennai (MAA) on a regular basis. There are 12 flights to Chennai from the Madurai airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from IXM to MAA to be around 1h 10m.

  • How popular is this Madurai to Chennai flight route?

    The Madurai to Chennai flight path was viewed by 593 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Madurai to Chennai?

    Air India and IndiGo can get you from Madurai to Chennai in just under 1h 10m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. Madurai and Chennai are separated by a distance of 417 km. All flights are typically direct.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Madurai to Chennai round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Madurai to Chennai is SpiceJet. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as ₹ 7,937 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are IndiGo and Air India, starting at ₹ 8,535 and ₹ 8,752 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Madurai to Chennai for 21% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Madurai to Chennai are SpiceJet (₹ 3,870), Air India (₹ 4,291), and IndiGo (₹ 4,336).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Madurai to Chennai?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Madurai to Chennai consider choosing British Airways(99%), IndiGo(88%) or Air India(61%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Madurai to Chennai?

    While on average a flight from Madurai to Chennai is generally ₹ 9,797, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is ₹ 4,299. When looking at the most popular route, (Madurai - Chennai), you can expect to pay ₹ 9,548 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Madurai 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 Madurai to Chennai?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Madurai to Chennai (average of ₹ 4,538). Flying from Madurai to Chennai in February is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 7,657). 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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Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Madurai to Chennai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 454,620 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SpiceJetCheapest₹ 8,005Average₹ 9,025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 8,535Average₹ 10,290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 8,752Average₹ 10,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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