Cheap Flights from Jaffna (JAF) to Chennai (MAA)

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Flight deals from Jaffna to Chennai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Jaffna Airport to Chennai Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £152. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Chennai.£89 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Jun.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Jaffna on Wed, 24 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From £89, select.

Chennai.£89 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Jaffna on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From £89, select.

Chennai.£89 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Aug.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Jaffna on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From £89, select.

Chennai.£90 per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Nov.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Jaffna on Sun, 22 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From £90, select.

Chennai.£90 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Jul.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Jaffna on Tue, 21 Jul, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From £90, select.

Chennai.£90 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Oct.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Jaffna on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From £90, select.

Chennai.£90 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Jaffna on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From £90, select.

Chennai.£102 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Jan.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Jaffna on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From £102, select.

Chennai.£205 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Mar.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Jaffna on Wed, 10 Mar, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From £205, select.

Chennai.£205 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Apr.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Jaffna on Wed, 14 Apr, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From £205, select.

Chennai.£237 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Feb.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Jaffna on Thu, 18 Feb, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From £237, select.

Chennai.£239 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Feb.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Jaffna on Thu, 18 Feb, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From £239, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Jaffna to Chennai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Jaffna to Chennai flights are currently cheapest in June.

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Cheapest flight found	£89
Cheapest month to fly	August
Average flight time	1 hr, 15 mins
Most popular airline	IndiGo
Average flights per week	8

Finding cheap flights from Jaffna to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Jaffna to Chennai?

The best price we found for a return flight from Jaffna to Chennai is £150. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Jaffna to Chennai?

1 hour and 15 minutes is the average flight time from Jaffna to Chennai.

Which airlines fly direct from Jaffna to Chennai?

IndiGo flies direct from Jaffna to Chennai.

How many flights are there a week from Jaffna to Chennai?

As of June 2026, there are 8 flights per week flying from Jaffna to Chennai.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Jaffna to Chennai?

The cheapest month to fly from Jaffna to Chennai is usually August.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Jaffna Airport to Chennai Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Jaffna Airport to Chennai Airport on Thursday, 20 August 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Jaffna Airport to Chennai Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 15 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Chennai?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Chennai?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Jaffna Airport to Chennai with?

Currently, IndiGo offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chennai.

Travelling from Jaffna Airport (JAF) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know

The average length of a direct flight from Jaffna Airport to Chennai Airport is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Jaffna and Chennai are in the UTC+5:30 timezone. That means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Flights from JAF to MAA start from 13:25 — the earliest with IndiGo. The last service of the day is at 15:55 with IndiGo. In total, you can choose from seven weekly Jaffna Airport to Chennai Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your JAF to MAA flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like December. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
IndiGo is your gateway to exploring Chennai (and perhaps some other exciting corners of India!). Browse the direct flights from Jaffna Airport to Chennai Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is IndiGo.
IndiGo is the most punctual carrier offering JAF to MAA flights. A dependable 86.54% of its services on this route land as scheduled.

How to find the cheapest flights from Jaffna Airport (JAF) to Chennai Airport (MAA)

Right now, £89 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Jaffna Airport to Chennai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £150. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Get cheap tickets from JAF to MAA by booking at least 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Jaffna Airport to Chennai Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
Finding cheap flights from JAF to MAA is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new deal comes up.
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Handy information about Jaffna Airport (JAF)

Jaffna Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 86% of flights that depart JAF arrive at their destination on time.
Central Jaffna to Jaffna Airport is around 16 kms (10 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
You can expect a journey time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to JAF? If you've booked an early flight from Jaffna Airport to Chennai Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)

The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Jaffna Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:
Pick up a Chennai Airport rental car and explore Chennai and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Europcar and North Car Rental are top outlets you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Chennai Airport about three weeks before travelling.

Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai

From Chennai Airport, Chennai is approximately 21 kms (13 miles) away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour.

When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)

The quietest month for a flight from Jaffna Airport to Chennai Airport is September, while January is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Chennai based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in your flight from Jaffna Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you'd like to explore Chennai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 28ºC and 37ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap tickets from JAF to MAA sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.

Explore more of India

You've seen Chennai, now it's time to discover more of India. Journey around 290 kms (180 miles) west to Bengaluru to check off its top attractions. From Meenakshi Temple to Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Coimbatore is another well-known destination in India and is around 434 kms (270 miles) south-west of Chennai. No trip is complete without seeing Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Siruvani Falls and Dam and Sri Ranganathar Temple.