Cheap flights from Chennai to New Delhi from ₹ 5,851

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 22/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — DEL
16 Dec — 23 Dec1
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 18 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday 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 16 November 2025.

Mon 17/1110:40MAA - DEL
1 stop7h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 18/1102:10DEL - MAA
Nonstop2h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11₹ 11,260
Thu 4/1212:25MAA - DEL
1 stop9h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1202:10DEL - MAA
Nonstop2h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/11₹ 11,348
Sat 29/1120:00MAA - DEL
Nonstop2h 45mAir India
Wed 3/1206:10DEL - MAA
Nonstop2h 45mAir India
Deal found 15/11₹ 11,437
Mon 24/1109:50MAA - DEL
Nonstop3h 05mAir India
Mon 1/1221:25DEL - MAA
Nonstop3h 05mAir India
Deal found 15/11₹ 11,526
Mon 17/1121:05MAA - DEL
Nonstop2h 50mIndiGo
Mon 24/1112:20DEL - MAA
Nonstop3h 00mIndiGo
Deal found 16/11₹ 11,614
Sun 23/1102:30MAA - DEL
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/1102:10DEL - MAA
Nonstop2h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11₹ 11,703
Thu 4/1202:30MAA - DEL
Nonstop2h 55mIndiGo
Fri 5/1202:30DEL - MAA
Nonstop2h 50mIndiGo
Deal found 16/11₹ 11,792
Fri 12/1202:30MAA - DEL
Nonstop2h 55mIndiGo
Sat 20/1219:30DEL - MAA
Nonstop2h 55mIndiGo
Deal found 15/11₹ 11,880
Sun 28/1206:55MAA - DEL
Nonstop2h 40mAir India
Mon 29/1215:45DEL - MAA
Nonstop2h 45mAir India
Deal found 15/11₹ 11,969
Wed 3/1202:30MAA - DEL
Nonstop2h 55mIndiGo
Sun 7/1206:25DEL - MAA
1 stop5h 00mIndiGo
Deal found 15/11₹ 12,058
Wed 26/1102:30MAA - DEL
Nonstop2h 55mIndiGo
Sat 29/1102:30DEL - MAA
Nonstop2h 50mIndiGo
Deal found 15/11₹ 12,146
Sun 16/1102:30MAA - DEL
Nonstop2h 55mIndiGo
Wed 19/1112:20DEL - MAA
Nonstop3h 00mIndiGo
Deal found 15/11₹ 12,235

Cheap 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 16 November 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 11,260

One-way from

₹ 5,851

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

June

Average price

₹ 12,324

Good round-trip deal

₹ 13,725 or less

Good one-way deal

₹ 6,359 or less
Air India Express
  • Air India Express
  • 7/1-13/1
  • 4 total stops
  • 20h 10m total
  • Chennai to New Delhi
Air India
  • Air India
  • 22/11
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 55m total
  • Chennai to New Delhi
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (₹ 52,261 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (₹ 29,660 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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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Chennai

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New Delhi

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChennaiNew Delhi

MAA - DEL

MAADEL

Chennai

Fri 12/12

02:30-05:25

Nonstop2h 55m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Wed 17/12

21:45-00:35

Nonstop2h 50m

₹ 11,437

ChennaiNew Delhi

MAA - DEL

MAADEL

Chennai

Sat 13/12

20:00-22:45

Nonstop2h 45m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sat 20/12

19:30-22:40

Nonstop3h 10m

₹ 11,614

ChennaiNew Delhi

MAA - DEL

MAADEL

Chennai

Fri 12/12

06:00-08:55

Nonstop2h 55m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Thu 18/12

02:30-05:20

Nonstop2h 50m

₹ 11,703

ChennaiNew Delhi

MAA - DEL

MAADEL

Chennai

Thu 4/12

21:40-00:30

Nonstop2h 50m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 7/12

09:55-12:55

Nonstop3h 00m

₹ 11,703

ChennaiNew Delhi

MAA - DEL

MAADEL

Chennai

Thu 27/11

02:30-05:25

Nonstop2h 55m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sun 30/11

02:30-05:20

Nonstop2h 50m

₹ 11,703

ChennaiNew Delhi

MAA - DEL

MAADEL

Chennai

Thu 4/12

02:30-05:25

Nonstop2h 55m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sat 6/12

17:30-20:25

Nonstop2h 55m

₹ 11,792

ChennaiNew Delhi

MAA - DEL

MAADEL

Chennai

Mon 22/12

02:30-05:25

Nonstop2h 55m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Sat 27/12

07:10-09:50

Nonstop2h 40m

₹ 11,792

ChennaiNew Delhi

MAA - DEL

MAADEL

Chennai

Wed 14/1

07:00-21:55

1 stop14h 55m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Mon 19/1

21:10-07:20

1 stop10h 10m

₹ 12,058

ChennaiNew Delhi

MAA - DEL

MAADEL

Chennai

Sat 13/12

08:00-10:45

Nonstop2h 45m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 19/12

22:20-07:20

1 stop9h 00m

₹ 12,058

ChennaiNew Delhi

MAA - DEL

MAADEL

Chennai

Wed 3/12

02:30-05:25

Nonstop2h 55m

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

Fri 5/12

09:30-12:20

Nonstop2h 50m

₹ 12,058

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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 14 November 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chennai to New Delhi is 18 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to New Delhi (average of ₹ 8,689). Flying from Chennai to New Delhi in October is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 12,058). 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 16 November 2025.

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 28% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 2 November 2025.

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. Sunday 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 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 16 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, IndiGo, andAir India Express 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

8.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Overall

8.1

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

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 54 flights from Chennai (MAA) to Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) per day to choose from. Flights to New Delhi from Chennai are available from 6 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 and Air India fly from Chennai to New Delhi in about 2h 45m. 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, Vistara (₹ 5,953), Air India Express (₹ 9,176), and IndiGo (₹ 9,781) offers the cheapest pricing from Chennai to New Delhi. Users have found that Vistara is 55% 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 ₹ 5,851. Air India flights start at ₹ 5,851 while deals on IndiGo start at ₹ 6,029 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: Singapore Airlines (84%), British Airways (83%), Air India (82%).

  • 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 ₹ 68,972, our data indicates the cheapest price to be ₹ 5,696. The most popular route (Chennai - New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl), is priced around ₹ 11,171.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to New Delhi (average of ₹ 8,689). Flying from Chennai to New Delhi in October is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 12,058). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VistaraCheapest₹ 5,953Average₹ 11,915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air India ExpressCheapest₹ 9,176Average₹ 11,597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 9,781Average₹ 12,671FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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SpiceJetCheapest₹ 10,187Average₹ 15,677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 10,400Average₹ 13,845FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest₹ 268,871Average₹ 273,465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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