Cheap flights from Chennai to New Delhi from ₹ 6,148

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 22/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — DEL
27 Apr — 4 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chennai to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl are usually found in June or July, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Chennai to New Delhi
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to New Delhi. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 March 2026.

Tue 21/422:10
MAA
-
DEL
Nonstop2h 55m
IndiGo
Mon 27/402:55
DEL
-
MAA
Nonstop2h 50m
IndiGo
Deal found 24/3₹ 11,917
Wed 25/302:30
MAA
-
DEL
Nonstop2h 55m
IndiGo
Mon 30/322:55
DEL
-
MAA
Nonstop2h 55m
IndiGo
Deal found 23/3₹ 12,579
Tue 31/322:10
MAA
-
DEL
Nonstop2h 55m
IndiGo
Wed 1/416:20
DEL
-
MAA
1 stop5h 30m
IndiGo
Deal found 27/3₹ 12,768
Wed 25/302:30
MAA
-
DEL
Nonstop2h 55m
IndiGo
Sun 29/307:15
DEL
-
MAA
Nonstop2h 50m
IndiGo
Deal found 23/3₹ 12,957
Wed 25/302:30
MAA
-
DEL
Nonstop2h 55m
IndiGo
Thu 26/302:30
DEL
-
MAA
Nonstop2h 45m
IndiGo
Deal found 25/3₹ 13,052
Tue 5/514:30
MAA
-
DEL
Nonstop3h 00m
IndiGo
Tue 12/515:15
DEL
-
MAA
Nonstop2h 50m
IndiGo
Deal found 28/3₹ 13,146
Mon 30/316:45
MAA
-
DEL
Nonstop2h 55m
IndiGo
Mon 6/414:25
DEL
-
MAA
1 stop6h 05m
IndiGo
Deal found 27/3₹ 13,336
Thu 26/308:05
MAA
-
DEL
Nonstop3h 00m
Air India
Sun 29/306:00
DEL
-
MAA
Nonstop2h 40m
Air India
Deal found 25/3₹ 13,619
Sat 28/319:15
MAA
-
DEL
1 stop4h 50m
IndiGo
Sun 29/307:15
DEL
-
MAA
Nonstop2h 50m
IndiGo
Deal found 27/3₹ 13,714

Find flight deals from Chennai to New Delhi

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chennai (MAA) to New Delhi (DEL). 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 28 March 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 11,917

One-way from

₹ 6,148

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

June

Average price

₹ 13,336

Good round-trip deal

₹ 12,285 or less

Good one-way deal

₹ 6,137 or less
IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 21/4-27/4
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 45m total
  • Chennai to New Delhi
IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 22/4
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 55m total
  • Chennai to New Delhi
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (₹ 122,183 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (₹ 34,250 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Chennai to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Chennai to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl.

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Chennai to New Delhi 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 28 March 2026.
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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

ChennaiNew Delhi

MAA - DEL

MAADEL

Chennai

Fri 1/5

19:00-21:55

Nonstop2h 55m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 3/5

15:45-21:05

1 stop5h 20m

₹ 13,714

ChennaiNew Delhi

MAA - DEL

MAADEL

Chennai

Fri 8/5

18:20-23:25

1 stop5h 05m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 15/5

16:55-21:45

1 stop4h 50m

₹ 14,281

ChennaiNew Delhi

MAA - DEL

MAADEL

Chennai

Mon 20/4

03:55-09:15

1 stop5h 20m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 28/4

10:45-16:15

1 stop5h 30m

₹ 14,660

ChennaiNew Delhi

MAA - DEL

MAADEL

Chennai

Tue 12/5

11:10-13:55

Nonstop2h 45m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 18/5

02:20-07:20

1 stop5h 00m

₹ 15,038

ChennaiNew Delhi

MAA - DEL

MAADEL

Chennai

Fri 24/4

09:15-12:10

Nonstop2h 55m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 5/5

13:15-18:10

1 stop4h 55m

₹ 15,038

ChennaiNew Delhi

MAA - DEL

MAADEL

Chennai

Tue 21/4

16:45-19:40

Nonstop2h 55m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 24/4

02:20-07:20

1 stop5h 00m

₹ 15,322

ChennaiNew Delhi

MAA - DEL

MAADEL

Chennai

Thu 18/6

11:10-13:55

Nonstop2h 45m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 24/6

07:20-10:05

Nonstop2h 45m

₹ 15,511

ChennaiNew Delhi

MAA - DEL

MAADEL

Chennai

Sat 25/4

14:30-17:30

Nonstop3h 00m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sat 2/5

13:10-16:00

Nonstop2h 50m

₹ 15,605
Fastest return journey

ChennaiNew Delhi

MAA - DEL

MAADEL

Chennai

Mon 13/4

11:10-13:55

Nonstop2h 45m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Tue 14/4

18:15-20:55

Nonstop2h 40m

₹ 15,700

ChennaiNew Delhi

MAA - DEL

MAADEL

Chennai

Thu 7/5

23:45-02:40

Nonstop2h 55m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 10/5

15:45-21:05

1 stop5h 20m

₹ 15,889

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to New Delhi

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chennai to New Delhi

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

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

The best time to book flights from Chennai to New Delhi is 64 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 Chennai to New Delhi?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to New Delhi (average of ₹ 6,148). Flying from Chennai to New Delhi in October is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 12,863). 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 MAA to DEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Chennai to New Delhi. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 March 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Chennai to New Delhi at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 42% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chennai to New Delhi?

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Chennai to New Delhi flight should consider departing on Wednesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings 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 Chennai to New Delhi?

Reviews of airlines servicing New Delhi

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New Delhi. 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 New Delhi. Reviews last updated 28 March 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with IndiGo,Air India Express, andAir India from Chennai to New Delhi have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

6.8

Comfort

6.7

Crew

7.3

Entertainment

5.6

Boarding

6.8

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

Overall

6.8

Comfort

6.7

Crew

7.3

Entertainment

5.6

Boarding

6.8

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

Overall

6.8

Comfort

6.7

Crew

7.3

Entertainment

5.6

Boarding

6.8

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

Overall

6.8

Comfort

6.7

Crew

7.3

Entertainment

5.6

Boarding

6.8

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

Overall

6.8

Comfort

6.7

Crew

7.3

Entertainment

5.6

Boarding

6.8

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

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Chennai to New Delhi?

    If you wish to fly to New Delhi from Chennai, then you need to book flights from Chennai to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl. There are 32 flights from Chennai (MAA) to Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) per day to choose from. Flights to New Delhi from Chennai are available from 4 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 2h 45m is how long a nonstop flight from Chennai to New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl typically takes.

  • How popular is this Chennai to New Delhi flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Chennai to New Delhi?

    Airlines like IndiGo fly from Chennai to New Delhi in about 2h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. The distance between Chennai and New Delhi is about 1759 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    According to our current data, Air India Express (₹ 7,325), IndiGo (₹ 9,656), and SpiceJet (₹ 10,749) offers the cheapest pricing from Chennai to New Delhi. Users have found that Air India Express is 48% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air India Express, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at ₹ 4,432. SpiceJet flights start at ₹ 5,143 while deals on IndiGo start at ₹ 5,326 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chennai to New Delhi?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Chennai to New Delhi on time: Aegean Airlines (100%), Egyptair (97%), Air France (91%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chennai to New Delhi?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Chennai to New Delhi? While on average our users pay ₹ 50,801, our data indicates the cheapest price to be ₹ 5,537. The most popular route (Chennai - New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl), is priced around ₹ 13,146.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Chennai to New Delhi?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chennai to New Delhi 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 New Delhi?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to New Delhi (average of ₹ 6,148). Flying from Chennai to New Delhi in October is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 12,863). 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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Air India ExpressCheapest₹ 7,325Average₹ 12,274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 9,852Average₹ 13,545FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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SpiceJetCheapest₹ 10,762Average₹ 34,651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 10,824Average₹ 14,108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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