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Cheap flights from Chennai to China from ₹ 16,016

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 9/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — SHA
22 Aug — 29 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Chennai to China
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to China. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 July 2026.

Wed 2/921:10
MAA
-
CAN
1 stop28h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 9/910:40
CAN
-
MAA
1 stop14h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/7₹ 41,872
Mon 3/821:10
MAA
-
CAN
1 stop28h 05m
IndiGo
Sun 9/805:15
CAN
-
MAA
1 stop20h 45m
IndiGo
Deal found 18/7₹ 42,355
Fri 30/1023:50
MAA
-
CAN
1 stop31h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/1122:15
CAN
-
MAA
1 stop28h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/7₹ 43,995
Tue 21/701:10
MAA
-
CAN
1 stop10h 50m
Thai Airways
Tue 4/815:45
CAN
-
MAA
1 stop10h 30m
Thai Airways
Deal found 19/7₹ 44,960
Wed 12/801:10
MAA
-
CAN
1 stop10h 50m
Thai Airways
Sun 16/815:45
CAN
-
MAA
1 stop10h 30m
Thai Airways
Deal found 20/7₹ 45,925
Tue 1/905:25
MAA
-
CAN
1 stop19h 50m
IndiGo
Sun 6/905:15
CAN
-
MAA
1 stop28h 35m
IndiGo
Deal found 22/7₹ 47,565
Tue 13/1013:55
MAA
-
CAN
1 stop11h 25m
US-Bangla Airlines
Tue 20/1005:00
CAN
-
MAA
1 stop10h 25m
US-Bangla Airlines
Deal found 21/7₹ 48,240
Thu 8/1005:25
MAA
-
CAN
1 stop19h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 16/1010:40
CAN
-
MAA
1 stop14h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7₹ 48,723
Tue 18/823:15
MAA
-
PVG
1 stop11h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 22/819:10
PVG
-
MAA
1 stop29h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 23/7₹ 49,205
Mon 24/819:40
MAA
-
SHA
2 stops13h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 31/812:15
SHA
-
MAA
2 stops21h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/7₹ 50,170
Tue 1/910:55
MAA
-
CAN
2 stops14h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/919:55
CAN
-
MAA
3 stops23h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/7₹ 50,459
Sat 12/902:00
MAA
-
CAN
1 stop21h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 21/910:10
CAN
-
MAA
1 stop15h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/7₹ 50,556

Find flight deals from Chennai to China

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Chennai to China flight deals. Data was last updated 23 July 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 41,872

One-way from

₹ 16,016

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

April

Average price

₹ 74,097
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 2/9-9/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 45m total
  • Chennai to China
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Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 9/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 31h 05m total
  • Chennai to China
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (₹ 366,602 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Chennai to China 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 23 July 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight
Fastest return journey

ChennaiGuangzhou

MAA - CAN

MAACAN

Chennai

Tue 13/10

13:55-03:50

1 stop11h 25m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 20/10

05:00-12:55

1 stop10h 25m

₹ 48,240

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - PVG

MAAPVG

Chennai

Tue 18/8

23:15-13:25

1 stop11h 40m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sat 22/8

19:10-22:00

1 stop29h 20m

₹ 49,205

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - SHA

MAASHA

Chennai

Mon 24/8

17:15-11:25

3 stops15h 40m

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 31/8

15:30-07:20

2 stops18h 20m

₹ 51,231

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - PVG

MAAPVG

Chennai

Thu 6/8

10:30-15:05

1 stop26h 05m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 27/8

08:05-09:20

1 stop27h 45m

₹ 51,906

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - PVG

MAAPVG

Chennai

Mon 2/11

23:25-06:30

1 stop28h 35m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 9/11

08:20-22:10

1 stop16h 20m

₹ 54,029

ChennaiBeijing

MAA - PEK

MAAPEK

Chennai

Mon 17/8

23:15-23:00

1 stop21h 15m

Beijing Capital

Mon 24/8

16:35-09:20

1 stop19h 15m

₹ 55,090

ChennaiBeijing

MAA - PEK

MAAPEK

Chennai

Fri 14/8

10:30-07:15

1 stop18h 15m

Beijing Capital

Sun 16/8

00:05-22:00

1 stop24h 25m

₹ 55,187

ChennaiBeijing

MAA - PEK

MAAPEK

Chennai

Thu 3/9

01:10-15:45

1 stop12h 05m

Beijing Capital

Mon 7/9

06:45-23:45

1 stop19h 30m

₹ 56,634

ChennaiShanghai

MAA - PVG

MAAPVG

Chennai

Sat 12/9

06:30-22:10

1 stop13h 10m

Shanghai Pu Dong

Tue 15/9

01:35-22:50

2 stops23h 45m

₹ 56,730

ChennaiGuangzhou

MAA - CAN

MAACAN

Chennai

Fri 25/12

23:50-09:30

1 stop31h 10m

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 3/1

10:45-22:50

1 stop14h 35m

₹ 58,274

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to China

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to China from Chennai with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chennai to China

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to China (average of ₹ 34,733). Flying from Chennai to China in January is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 61,747). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing China

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to China. 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 China. Reviews last updated 23 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Cathay Pacific,Thai Lion Air, andAirAsia from Chennai to China have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,425 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,425 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,425 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
Thai Lion Air
7.0
Good
46 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,425 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
234 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,425 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
579 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,425 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

7.9

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Robert,Feb 2026

CTS - AKL

Upgrade to Premium Economy was a delightful and unexpected surprise. Highlight of our holiday.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chennai to China. 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 from for flights from Chennai to China?

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

  • How long is the flight from Chennai to China?

    Departing from Chennai to China will take you 11h 25m. There are 3674 km between Chennai and China. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Chennai to China are Scoot (₹ 13,767), IndiGo (₹ 17,995), and AirAsia (₹ 21,653).

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

    While some choose either Chennai - Guangzhou Baiyun or Chennai - Shanghai Hongqiao Intl, Chennai - Beijing Capital is the most popular route from Chennai to China.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to China (average of ₹ 34,733). Flying from Chennai to China in January is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 61,747). 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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Top 7 airlines flying from Chennai to China

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Chennai to China. 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 23 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Thai Lion AirCheapest₹ 14,300Average₹ 30,518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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ScootCheapest₹ 17,715Average₹ 29,316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 22,645Average₹ 36,052FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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US-Bangla AirlinesCheapest₹ 34,883Average₹ 35,441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirAsiaCheapest₹ 37,039Average₹ 42,698FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Cathay PacificCheapest₹ 37,550Average₹ 54,463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Thai AirwaysCheapest₹ 48,142Average₹ 62,769FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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