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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cairns Airport to Chennai Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from RM3,873. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chennai.RM2,661 per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 May, returning Thu, 11 Jun.Return flight with Jetstar and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Cairns on Sun, 31 May, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Thu, 11 Jun, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,661, select.
Chennai.RM2,716 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 May, returning Sat, 9 May.Return flight with Virgin Australia and Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Cairns on Sat, 2 May, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM2,716, select.
Chennai.RM3,134 per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Jun, returning Wed, 1 Jul.Return flight with Virgin Australia and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Cairns on Sun, 21 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,134, select.
Chennai.RM3,873 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Apr, returning Wed, 15 Apr.Return flight with Virgin Australia and Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Australia, departs from Cairns on Wed, 8 Apr, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chennai on Wed, 15 Apr, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM3,873, select.
Chennai.RM4,924 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Dec, returning Tue, 26 Jan.Return flight with Air Niugini and Thai AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Niugini, departs from Cairns on Tue, 29 Dec, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Tue, 26 Jan, arriving in Cairns.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM4,924, select.

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Cairns to Chennai: Alternative routes

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Cairns to Chennai: Flight information

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Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Cairns to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Cairns to Chennai is RM2,651. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cairns to Chennai. But we found flights with one or more stops from RM2,661.
As of March 2026, there are no flights flying from Cairns to Chennai.
The cheapest month to fly from Cairns to Chennai is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cairns Airport to Chennai Airport on Sunday, 31 May 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cairns Airport and Chennai Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chennai.

Flying from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know

  • Chennai is four hours 30 minutes behind Cairns and follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CNS to MAA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • If you'd like to tour a different city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cairns Airport to Chennai Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Changi International Airport is a sought-after stop between CNS and MAA.

How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way Cairns Airport to Chennai Airport flight is RM1,247. A return plane ticket is currently RM2,651. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CNS to MAA if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.

  • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for a flight from Cairns Airport to Chennai Airport.

  • Picking up cheap flights from CNS to MAA is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.

  • Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Cairns Airport to Chennai Airport.

Handy information about Cairns Airport (CNS)

  • 71.55% of flights departing from Cairns Airport make it to their destination on schedule.

  • Cairns Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Cairns. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.

  • Taking an early flight from Cairns Airport to Chennai Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near CNS:

Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Cairns Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and explore beyond Chennai's main sights.

  • For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Chennai Airport around three weeks in advance.

Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai

  • Chennai Airport to central Chennai has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.

  • If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.

When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Cairns Airport to Chennai Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Chennai based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • The warmest month in Chennai is May, with the temperature ranging between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from Cairns Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • January has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CNS to MAA around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of India

  • You've seen Chennai, now it's time to explore more of India. Travel 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 on the go.

  • Coimbatore is another standout destination in India and is around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. No journey is complete without seeing Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.

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