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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Istanbul to Chennai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chennai.ج.م.‏ 6,461 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Feb.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 23 Feb, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 6,461, select.
Chennai.ج.م.‏ 7,878 per passenger.Departing Thu, 16 Apr.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 16 Apr, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 7,878, select.
Chennai.ج.م.‏ 9,078 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Aug.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 11 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 9,078, select.
Chennai.ج.م.‏ 9,139 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Dec.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 9,139, select.
Chennai.ج.م.‏ 9,496 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Mar.One-way flight with Flynas.Outbound indirect flight with Flynas, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 5 Mar, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 9,496, select.
Chennai.ج.م.‏ 10,263 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Sep.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 10,263, select.
Chennai.ج.م.‏ 10,414 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 May.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 10,414, select.
Chennai.ج.م.‏ 10,590 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Feb.One-way flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Fri, 5 Feb, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From ج.م.‏ 10,590, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Chennai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Istanbul to Chennai flights are currently cheapest in February.
Feb
from ج.م.‏ 6,461
Mar
from ج.م.‏ 9,496
Apr
from ج.م.‏ 7,878
May
from ج.م.‏ 10,414
Jun
from ج.م.‏ 10,639
Jul
from ج.م.‏ 10,716
Aug
from ج.م.‏ 9,078
Sep
from ج.م.‏ 10,263
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Dec
from ج.م.‏ 9,139
Jan
from ج.م.‏ 10,764

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Istanbul to Chennai: Alternative routes

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Istanbul to Chennai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundج.م.‏ 6,461
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time7 hrs, 25 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Istanbul to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Istanbul to Chennai is ج.م.‏ 14,649. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
7 hours and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Istanbul to Chennai.
Turkish Airlines flies direct from Istanbul to Chennai.
As of February 2026, there are 4 flights per week flying from Istanbul to Chennai.
The cheapest month to fly from Istanbul to Chennai is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Istanbul Airport to Chennai Airport on Saturday, 4 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 25 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chennai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chennai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Gulf Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chennai.

Flying from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Istanbul.

  • Your IST to MAA flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • Travelling during a peak time like April? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chennai Airport. Here are the top stopovers between IST and MAA:

    • Abu Dhabi International Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

    • Dubai Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • ج.م.‏ 6,461 is the lowest price for a one-way Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Return flights start at ج.م.‏ 14,649. These prices may change depending on availability.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from IST to MAA if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird deals.

  • If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for a flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chennai Airport.

  • Picking up cheap flights from IST to MAA is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chennai Airport.

Handy information about Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Need a convenient hotel near IST? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chennai Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • If you're getting in on a late Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chennai Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these options near MAA:

  • Travel at your own speed with a Chennai Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and find adventure across Chennai and beyond.

  • Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Chennai Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.

Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai

  • From Chennai Airport, Chennai is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • It'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chennai Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Chennai in April.

  • Before locking in your flight from Istanbul Ataturk Airport to Chennai Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with temperatures ranging from 28ºC to 37ºC.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IST to MAA in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 28ºC then.

Explore more of India

  • You've seen Chennai, now it's time to discover other parts of India. Travel around 290 kilometres west to Bengaluru to check off its leading attractions. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • Around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another favourite stop in India. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.

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