How long is the flight from New Zealand to Chennai?

For as low as ₹ 82,392, Malaysia Airlines can have you in Chennai from New Zealand in 16h 35m. The distance from New Zealand to Chennai is about 11269 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back. Find deals

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chennai ranges from 10.0 - 330.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 330.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Chennai when rainfall is around 10.0 mm. Find deals

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chennai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 33.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 25.0 C). Find deals

What airport do you fly into for flights to Chennai from New Zealand?

Located just 16.5 km from the city centre, Chennai (MAA) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chennai from New Zealand.

Can I find deals for flights from New Zealand to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

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

How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Chennai?

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

Can I find deals for business class flights from New Zealand to Chennai?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand 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.

₹ 34,677+ Flights from New Zealand to Chennai

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Cheapest flights from New Zealand to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Zealand to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 December 2025.

Sat 27/1206:00AKL - MAA

2 stops25h 40mQantas Airways

Wed 31/1206:25MAA - AKL

2 stops28h 20mQantas Airways

Deal found 12/12₹ 140,700

Fri 26/1220:35AKL - MAA

2 stops35h 05mQantas Airways

Wed 31/1206:25MAA - AKL

2 stops28h 20mQantas Airways

Deal found 12/12₹ 140,790

Tue 30/1207:35AKL - MAA

2 stops24h 05mQantas Airways

Wed 31/1206:25MAA - AKL

2 stops29h 50mQantas Airways

Deal found 12/12₹ 144,412

Tue 30/1215:05AKL - MAA

2 stops36h 35mEmirates

Wed 31/1203:50MAA - AKL

2 stops32h 10mEmirates

Deal found 12/12₹ 147,400

Wed 31/1206:00AKL - MAA

2 stops25h 40mQantas Airways

Thu 1/106:25MAA - AKL

2 stops34h 10mQantas Airways

Deal found 12/12₹ 150,931

Mon 29/1206:00AKL - MAA

2 stops21h 10mQantas Airways

Wed 31/1206:25MAA - AKL

2 stops29h 50mQantas Airways

Deal found 12/12₹ 151,293

Mon 29/1220:35AKL - MAA

2 stops31h 05mEmirates

Wed 31/1203:50MAA - AKL

2 stops32h 10mEmirates

Deal found 12/12₹ 155,911

Wed 31/1206:00AKL - MAA

2 stops25h 40mQantas Airways

Tue 6/114:35MAA - AKL

2 stops24h 10mQantas Airways

Deal found 12/12₹ 157,540

Wed 31/1206:00AKL - MAA

2 stops25h 40mQantas Airways

Fri 2/114:35MAA - AKL

2 stops26h 00mQantas Airways

Deal found 12/12₹ 158,355

Mon 29/1215:05AKL - MAA

2 stops36h 35mEmirates

Wed 31/1221:45MAA - AKL

1 stop30h 00mEmirates

Deal found 12/12₹ 161,072

Sat 27/1206:10AKL - MAA

2 stops25h 30mQantas Airways

Thu 1/106:25MAA - AKL

2 stops32h 20mQantas Airways

Deal found 12/12₹ 161,615

Wed 24/1206:05WLG - MAA

2 stops25h 35mQantas Airways

Sat 24/114:35MAA - WLG

2 stops41h 15mQantas Airways

Deal found 12/12₹ 169,673

Best flights from New Zealand to Chennai
Discover carefully curated flight deals from New Zealand to Chennai that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 14 December 2025.

Sat 14/301:40AKL - MAA

1 stop16h 35mMalaysia Airlines

Wed 18/311:45MAA - AKL

1 stop17h 15mMalaysia Airlines

Deal found 13/12₹ 82,301

Mon 2/306:45AKL - MAA

2 stops23h 15mQantas Airways

Mon 23/313:15MAA - AKL

2 stops26h 15mQantas Airways

Deal found 12/12₹ 83,841

Tue 27/106:00AKL - MAA

2 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines

Sat 14/208:05MAA - AKL

3 stops26h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/12₹ 85,018

Sun 10/506:00WLG - MAA

2 stops33h 50mSingapore Airlines

Wed 13/510:30MAA - WLG

2 stops31h 10mSingapore Airlines

Deal found 13/12₹ 91,989

Wed 24/1216:20WLG - MAA

2 stops41h 25mEmirates

Sat 24/121:45MAA - WLG

2 stops32h 15mEmirates

Deal found 13/12₹ 171,212

Mon 2/306:00AKL - MAA

2 stops48h 35mMalaysia Airlines

Mon 23/311:45MAA - AKL

1 stop17h 15mMalaysia Airlines

Deal found 12/12₹ 88,096

Tue 27/106:50AKL - MAA

2 stops24h 50mQantas Airways

Sat 14/214:35MAA - AKL

2 stops26h 40mQantas Airways

Deal found 13/12₹ 89,092

Sun 15/306:00AKL - MAA

2 stops24h 00mQantas Airways

Wed 18/313:15MAA - AKL

2 stops23h 00mQantas Airways

Deal found 13/12₹ 89,273

Wed 24/1206:05WLG - MAA

2 stops25h 35mQantas Airways

Sat 24/114:35MAA - WLG

2 stops41h 15mQantas Airways

Deal found 12/12₹ 169,673

Thu 25/1206:05WLG - MAA

2 stops25h 35mQantas Airways

Sat 24/106:25MAA - WLG

2 stops33h 55mQantas Airways

Deal found 12/12₹ 175,196

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Wed 24/1206:05WLG - MAA

2 stops25h 35mQantas Airways

Sat 24/114:35MAA - WLG

2 stops41h 15mQantas Airways

Deal found 12/12₹ 169,673

Wed 24/1216:20WLG - MAA

2 stops41h 25mEmirates

Sat 24/121:45MAA - WLG

2 stops32h 15mEmirates

Deal found 13/12₹ 171,212

Thu 25/1206:05WLG - MAA

2 stops25h 35mQantas Airways

Sat 24/106:25MAA - WLG

2 stops33h 55mQantas Airways

Deal found 12/12₹ 175,196

Fri 26/1220:35AKL - MAA

2 stops35h 05mQantas Airways

Wed 31/1206:25MAA - AKL

2 stops28h 20mQantas Airways

Deal found 12/12₹ 140,790

Sat 27/1206:00AKL - MAA

2 stops25h 40mQantas Airways

Wed 31/1206:25MAA - AKL

2 stops28h 20mQantas Airways

Deal found 12/12₹ 140,700

Sun 18/106:10AKL - MAA

2 stops31h 15mMultiple Airlines

Sun 25/123:55MAA - AKL

3 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/12₹ 111,455

Sun 18/114:00AKL - MAA

1 stop28h 15mMalaysia Airlines

Sun 25/111:45MAA - AKL

1 stop28h 40mMalaysia Airlines

Deal found 13/12₹ 141,424

Tue 27/106:00AKL - MAA

2 stops32h 55mMultiple Airlines

Sat 14/208:05MAA - AKL

3 stops26h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/12₹ 85,018

Tue 27/106:50AKL - MAA

2 stops24h 50mQantas Airways

Sat 14/214:35MAA - AKL

2 stops26h 40mQantas Airways

Deal found 13/12₹ 89,092

Tue 27/114:00AKL - MAA

1 stop28h 15mMalaysia Airlines

Fri 13/200:20MAA - AKL

1 stop16h 05mMalaysia Airlines

Deal found 13/12₹ 115,982

Wed 28/116:05AKL - MAA

2 stops35h 35mEmirates

Tue 3/203:50MAA - AKL

2 stops36h 45mEmirates

Deal found 13/12₹ 112,904

One-way flights from New Zealand to Chennai
Search for one-way flight options from New Zealand to Chennai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 14 December 2025.

Thu 22/122:00AKL - MAA

2 stops44h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/12₹ 34,677

Mon 29/1213:25AKL - MAA

2 stops38h 15mEmirates

Deal found 12/12₹ 73,609

Tue 30/1215:05AKL - MAA

2 stops42h 40mEmirates

Deal found 12/12₹ 74,696

Tue 23/1210:00AKL - MAA

3 stops44h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 12/12₹ 85,199

Sat 27/1213:25AKL - MAA

2 stops50h 20mEmirates

Deal found 12/12₹ 88,186

Wed 31/1207:35AKL - MAA

2 stops50h 10mEmirates

Deal found 12/12₹ 94,615

Thu 1/120:35AKL - MAA

2 stops31h 05mEmirates

Deal found 12/12₹ 96,426

Tue 23/1223:45AKL - MAA

1 stop34h 05mQatar Airways

Deal found 12/12₹ 98,870

Fri 26/1210:25AKL - MAA

2 stops40h 45mQantas Airways

Deal found 12/12₹ 100,409

Find flight deals from New Zealand to Chennai

Round-trip from	₹ 82,301
One-way from	₹ 34,677
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	February
Average price	₹ 125,036

Malaysia Airlines
14/3-18/3
2 total stops
33h 50m total
New Zealand to Chennai

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22/1
2 total stops
44h 00m total
New Zealand to Chennai

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (₹ 242,535 potential savings vs. average return price).

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Sat 14/3

01:40-10:45

1 stop16h 35m

Chennai

Wed 18/3

11:45-12:30

1 stop17h 15m

₹ 82,301

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Mon 2/3

06:45-22:30

2 stops23h 15m

Chennai

Mon 23/3

13:15-23:00

2 stops26h 15m

₹ 83,841

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Tue 27/1

06:00-07:25

2 stops32h 55m

Chennai

Sat 14/2

08:05-18:15

3 stops26h 40m

₹ 85,018

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Mon 2/3

06:00-23:05

2 stops48h 35m

Chennai

Mon 23/3

11:45-12:30

1 stop17h 15m

₹ 88,096

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Tue 27/1

06:50-00:10

2 stops24h 50m

Chennai

Sat 14/2

14:35-00:45

2 stops26h 40m

₹ 89,092

AucklandChennai

AKL - MAA

AKLMAA

Auckland Intl

Sun 15/3

06:00-22:30

2 stops24h 00m

Chennai

Wed 18/3

13:15-19:45

2 stops23h 00m

₹ 89,273

WellingtonChennai

WLG - MAA

WLGMAA

Wellington

Sun 10/5

06:00-09:20

2 stops33h 50m

Chennai

Wed 13/5

10:30-00:10

2 stops31h 10m

₹ 91,989

WellingtonChennai

WLG - MAA

WLGMAA

Wellington

Wed 24/12

06:05-00:10

2 stops25h 35m

Chennai

Sat 24/1

14:35-15:20

2 stops41h 15m

₹ 169,673

WellingtonChennai

WLG - MAA

WLGMAA

Wellington

Wed 24/12

16:20-02:15

2 stops41h 25m

Chennai

Sat 24/1

21:45-13:30

2 stops32h 15m

₹ 171,212

WellingtonChennai

WLG - MAA

WLGMAA

Wellington

Thu 25/12

06:05-00:10

2 stops25h 35m

Chennai

Sat 24/1

06:25-23:50

2 stops33h 55m

₹ 175,196

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Deals found on 12/12

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Chennai (average of ₹ 49,073). Flying from New Zealand to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 89,001). 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 NZ to MAA?

It’s typically best to fly out from New Zealand to Chennai in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 23% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines and Malaysia Airlines from New Zealand 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

1,412 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,412 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,412 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Malaysia Airlines

7.3

Good

282 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very Good

1,412 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly into for flights to Chennai from New Zealand?
Located just 16.5 km from the city centre, Chennai (MAA) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chennai from New Zealand.
How long is the flight from New Zealand to Chennai?
For as low as ₹ 82,392, Malaysia Airlines can have you in Chennai from New Zealand in 16h 35m. The distance from New Zealand to Chennai is about 11269 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
Can I find deals for flights from New Zealand to Chennai that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on New Zealand to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from New Zealand to Chennai?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Zealand to Chennai.
Can I find deals for business class flights from New Zealand to Chennai?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Zealand 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 New Zealand to Chennai?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Zealand to Chennai (average of ₹ 49,073). Flying from New Zealand to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 89,001). 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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Malaysia Airlines	Cheapest₹ 79,528	Average₹ 118,861	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	Cheapest₹ 85,680	Average₹ 117,446	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights

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