Cheap Flights to Chennai from USD 348*

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Travel to Chennai

Landing in Chennai soon? Here's what to know before you go.

From currency and getting around to temples, historic forts, sweeping beaches, and Tamil cuisine, we've got the essentials covered for your trip to Chennai.

Language & Currency

Official language
Tamil
English is also widely spoken across hotels, restaurants, businesses, and visitor attractions
Payments
Indian Rupee (INR)
Cards and digital payments are widely accepted, with cash useful for smaller vendors

Getting Around

Fastest
Metro & Trains
Rail services connect many important parts of Chennai
Also Popular
Auto-Rickshaws & Ride-Hailing
Convenient for shorter and direct journeys

Top Attractions

Marina Beach
Stroll along Chennai's famous Bay of Bengal waterfront
Kapaleeshwarar Temple
Admire colourful Dravidian architecture and intricate sculptures
Fort St. George
Discover an important site from Chennai's colonial history

Culture & Local Flavors

Local Classic
Dosa & Idli
Enjoy classic South Indian favourites served with chutney and sambar
South Indian Favourite
Filter Coffee
Try strong, frothy South Indian coffee
Regional Cuisine
Chettinad Cuisine
Discover aromatic dishes known for bold spices and rich flavours

Best flight deals to Chennai

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Basra (BSR)to

Chennai (MAA)
Depart: 08/11/2026
From
USD 380
Seen: 3 hrs ago
One-way
Economy

Basra (BSR)to

Chennai (MAA)
Depart: 26/01/2027
From
USD 348
Seen: 1 day ago
One-way
Economy

Basra (BSR)to

Chennai (MAA)
Depart: 24/01/2027
From
USD 351
Seen: 1 day ago
One-way
Economy
*Fares displayed have been collected within the last 48hrs and may no longer be available at time of booking. Quoted fares includes taxes, fees, and surcharges.

Popular return flight offers to Chennai

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Erbil (EBL)to

Chennai (MAA)
01/01/2027 - 30/01/2027

Round-trip

From
USD 751
Seen: 1 day ago

Basra (BSR)to

Chennai (MAA)
15/12/2026 - 24/01/2027

Round-trip

From
USD 635
Seen: 1 day ago
*Fares displayed have been collected within the last 48hrs and may no longer be available at time of booking. Quoted fares includes taxes, fees, and surcharges.

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