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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kuala Lumpur International to Chennai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chennai.138 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 3 Nov, returning Fri, 7 Nov.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chennai on Fri, 7 Nov, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 138 €, select.
Chennai.138 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Sep, returning Mon, 22 Sep.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chennai on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 138 €, select.
Chennai.140 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 14 Jul, returning Mon, 21 Jul.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 14 Jul, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Chennai on Mon, 21 Jul, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 140 €, select.
Chennai.141 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Apr, returning Mon, 20 Apr.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, 7 Apr, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Chennai on Mon, 20 Apr, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 141 €, select.
Chennai.141 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Jun, returning Tue, 23 Jun.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Chennai on Tue, 23 Jun, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 141 €, select.
Chennai.141 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Mar, returning Tue, 31 Mar.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Fri, 27 Mar, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Chennai on Tue, 31 Mar, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 141 €, select.
Chennai.141 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Feb, returning Sat, 7 Feb.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Fri, 6 Feb, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Chennai on Sat, 7 Feb, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 141 €, select.
Chennai.141 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Jan, returning Wed, 28 Jan.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Fri, 23 Jan, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Chennai on Wed, 28 Jan, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 141 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur International to Chennai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kuala Lumpur International to Chennai flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from 140 €
Aug
from 141 €
Sep
from 138 €
Oct
from 144 €
Nov
from 138 €
Dec
from 180 €
Jan
from 141 €
Feb
from 141 €
Mar
from 141 €
Apr
from 141 €
May
from 235 €
Jun
from 141 €

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Kuala Lumpur International to Chennai: Alternative routes

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Kuala Lumpur to Chennai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found138 €
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time3 hrs, 52 mins
Most popular airlineAirAsia
Average flights per week54

Finding cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur International to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Kuala Lumpur International to Chennai is 138 €. 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.
3 hours and 52 minutes is the average flight time from Kuala Lumpur International to Chennai.
AirAsia, Garuda Indonesia and Malaysia Airlines fly direct from Kuala Lumpur International to Chennai.
As of July 2025, there are 54 flights per week flying from Kuala Lumpur International to Chennai.
The cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur International to Chennai is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Chennai Airport on Monday, 3 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 52 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, Scoot and AirAsia offer the cheapest flight tickets to Chennai.

Travelling from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Chennai Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 45 minutes.

  • The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is two hours 30 minutes behind Kuala Lumpur.

  • Flights from KUL to MAA start from 05:45 — the earliest with IndiGo. The latest departure is at 21:50 with AirAsia. Overall, you can choose from 329 weekly Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Chennai Airport flights.

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

  • During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.

  • You can travel nonstop to Chennai, India. Jet off with one of these carriers that offer direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Chennai Airport:

  • IndiGo is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.

  • IndiGo leads the way as the most punctual carrier for KUL to MAA flights, with 81.67% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Chennai Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between KUL and MAA:

    • Bandaranaike International Airport

    • Changi International Airport

    • Rajiv Gandhi International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Chennai Airport flight is 64 €. A return plane ticket right now is 138 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • Book seven months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from KUL to MAA.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Chennai Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.

  • Landing cheap flights from KUL to MAA couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new deal comes up.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Chennai Airport.

Handy information about Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

  • Of the flights that depart from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 58.65% touch down on time at their destination.

  • Kuala Lumpur International Airport is about 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip when using public transport usually takes 4 hours 30 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel close to KUL? If you're catching an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Chennai Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • If you have a late Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Chennai Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near MAA:

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

  • Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Chennai Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.

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 driving.

  • It typically takes 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.

When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Chennai Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Chennai. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.

  • When reserving your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Chennai Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with temperatures ranging from 28ºC (82ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KUL to MAA in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.

Explore more of India

  • You've visited Chennai, now it's time to discover other parts of India. Journey about 290 kilometres west to Bengaluru to tick off its top sights. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • If you want to check out another major destination in India, consider Coimbatore, about 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple are key reasons to visit.

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