What is the Delhi to Chennai flight ticket price?

The Delhi to Chennai round trip flight ticket price starts from ₹7,926, with an average price of ₹10,559 over the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly Delhi to Chennai?

The best month to fly is October, which offers a favorable balance of weather and cost. While the average round-trip fare is Rs 10,559, October provides a strategic window before the high-crowd months of December and January.

How much does a Delhi to Chennai trip cost?

The average round-trip fare is Rs 10,559, while the minimum fare recorded is Rs 7,926. Once in Chennai, travelers should plan for a daily budget ranging from Rs 1,500 to Rs 3,500 per person.

How far in advance should I book Delhi to Chennai flights?

The lowest average fare of Rs 12,776 is found when booking 15-30 days in advance. Prices tend to rise as you get closer to the date, reaching an average of Rs 14,677 for last-minute bookings within 0-7 days.

Which airlines fly Delhi to Chennai and are there non-stops?

Airlines include Air India, Air India Express, Emirates, Etihad, Akasa Air, Gulf Air, IndiGo, Qatar Airways, Kuwait Airways, Malaysia Airlines, Oman Air, SpiceJet, SriLankan, THAI, Thai Lion Air, and flydubai. The data confirms that there are no non-stop flights, so travelers should confirm connecting options at booking.

How many days is ideal for a Chennai trip from India?

A 3-4 day trip is ideal to experience the heritage temples and beach getaway atmosphere. This duration allows enough time to visit the Kapaleeshwarar Temple and Marina Beach while staying within the Rs 1,500-Rs 3,500 daily budget.

How long is the Delhi to Chennai flight?

Since no non-stop flights are confirmed, the duration will depend on the layover time provided by the various airlines. Travelers should expect a multi-leg journey given the variety of international and domestic carriers available.

What is the best time to visit Chennai?

The best months to visit are December, January, and February, which offer warm and dry weather. Travelers should consider avoiding July and August if they prefer to skip the heavy monsoon season.

What are the top things to do in Chennai?

Top attractions include the Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Marina Beach, and San Thome Cathedral. These sites offer a perfect mix of heritage temples, beach relaxation, and authentic South Indian cuisine.

Delhi to Chennai Round Trip Flights | from ₹7,926

Best round trip available now

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RT prices 94% above average — wait if your dates are flexible

₹20,501

return ticket · per person · 3 nights · Air India

Outbound

2026-11-07

DEL → MAA · Non-stop · 2h 50m

₹9,933

Return

2026-11-10

MAA → DEL · Non-stop · 2h 50m

₹10,568

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Best Delhi–Chennai return dates

Top 6 combos sorted by deal score

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₹20,501

11 07 → 11 10

3 nights

Air India

₹20,501

11 03 → 12 16

43 nights

Air India

₹20,501

11 07 → 11 12

5 nights

Air India

₹20,501

11 01 → 12 04

33 nights

Air India

₹20,501

11 02 → 12 16

44 nights

Air India

₹20,501

11 04 → 12 07

33 nights

Air India

Per person · Economy · Both legs included

Price by trip length

Cheapest RT found per stay duration

₹20k

2-3d

₹20k

4-6d

₹20k

7-9d

₹20k

10-14d

₹20k

15d+

Longer stays often unlock cheaper per-night fares when airlines fill mid-week seats.

When to book for the best price

Average one-way fare by booking window

0-7 days

₹14,677

12,092 fares

8-14 days

₹13,349

12,301 fares

15-30 days

₹12,776

26,990 fares

31-60 days

₹12,948

48,791 fares

61-90 days

₹14,190

43,751 fares

Booking at the optimal window saves ₹1,901 per ticket vs last-minute fares.

Best month for Delhi–Chennai round trip

Monthly average fare · weather · crowds

Jan Dec

Month	Avg OW fare	OW low	Verdict	Weather	Crowd
Jan	₹15,640	₹9,946	Expensive	Warm/Dry	High
Feb	₹16,186	₹9,946	Expensive	Warm/Dry	High
Aug	₹12,993	₹7,926	Expensive	Warm/Heavy monsoon	Medium
Sep	₹12,779	₹7,926	Expensive	Warm/Monsoon	Low
OctCHEAPEST	₹12,294	₹7,926	Expensive	Warm/Monsoon receding	Medium
Nov	₹14,513	₹8,805	Expensive	Warm/Clear	High
Dec	₹15,926	₹9,815	Expensive	Warm/Clear	High