£113 Cheap Flights from Jaffna (JAF) to Chennai (MAA)

Q: How much are return flights from Jaffna to Chennai?

The best price we found for a return flight from Jaffna to Chennai is £113. 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.

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

1 hour and 10 minutes is the average flight time from Jaffna to Chennai.

Q: Which airlines fly direct from Jaffna to Chennai?

IndiGo flies direct from Jaffna to Chennai.

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

As of June 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from Jaffna to Chennai.

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

The cheapest month to fly from Jaffna to Chennai is usually June 2025.

Q: 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 Monday, 7 July 2025 .

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

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 10 minutes.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

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

Currently, IndiGo offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chennai.

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Chennai.£113 per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Jun, returning Fri, 4 Jul.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Jaffna on Sun, 22 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Fri, 4 Jul, arriving in Jaffna.Price includes taxes and charges.From £113, select.

Chennai.£113 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Jul, returning Sun, 13 Jul.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Jaffna on Mon, 7 Jul, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Chennai on Sun, 13 Jul, arriving in Jaffna.Price includes taxes and charges.From £113, select.

Chennai.£114 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Jun, returning Wed, 25 Jun.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Jaffna on Sun, 8 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Chennai on Wed, 25 Jun, arriving in Jaffna.Price includes taxes and charges.From £114, select.

Chennai.£116 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Jul, returning Wed, 6 Aug.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Jaffna on Sat, 5 Jul, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in Jaffna.Price includes taxes and charges.From £116, select.

Chennai.£116 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 Aug, returning Wed, 13 Aug.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Jaffna on Fri, 8 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Jaffna.Price includes taxes and charges.From £116, select.

Chennai.£122 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Sep, returning Wed, 17 Sep.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Jaffna on Fri, 12 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Wed, 17 Sep, arriving in Jaffna.Price includes taxes and charges.From £122, select.

Chennai.£122 per passenger.Departing Sun, 15 Jun, returning Sun, 20 Jul.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Jaffna on Sun, 15 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Chennai on Sun, 20 Jul, arriving in Jaffna.Price includes taxes and charges.From £122, select.

Chennai.£132 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Aug, returning Sun, 24 Aug.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Jaffna on Wed, 20 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Chennai on Sun, 24 Aug, arriving in Jaffna.Price includes taxes and charges.From £132, select.

The cheapest month to fly from Jaffna Airport to Chennai Airport

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Cheapest month:July

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Jaffna to Chennai: Alternative routes

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Jaffna to Chennai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£113
Cheapest month to fly	July
Average flight time	1 hr, 10 mins
Most popular airline	IndiGo
Average flights per week	8

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

Around 1 hour 25 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Kankesanturai Airport to Chennai Airport.
Jaffna and Chennai follow the same timezone, UTC+5:30.
Flights from JAF to MAA start at 12:40 — the earliest with Alliance Air. The last service of the day is at 13:15 with Alliance Air. Overall, there are 14 weekly Kankesanturai Airport to Chennai Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your JAF to MAA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as May, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Alliance Air has direct flights from Kankesanturai Airport to Chennai Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Chennai — and maybe even more of India if you have time.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is Alliance Air.

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

£59 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Kankesanturai Airport to Chennai Airport flight. A return flight starts at £113. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Score cheap tickets from JAF to MAA by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Kankesanturai Airport to Chennai Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Kankesanturai Airport to Chennai Airport.

Handy information about Kankesanturai Airport (JAF)

To reach Kankesanturai Airport from central Jaffna, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 12 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Have an early flight from Kankesanturai Airport to Chennai Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near JAF:

Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)

Book a hotel near MAA if you're taking a late Kankesanturai Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Chennai Airport rental car and explore Chennai and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Europcar and North Car Hire are leading providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Chennai Airport about three weeks before travelling.

Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai

Chennai Airport is roughly 12 miles from the centre of Chennai. The drive time takes about 45 minutes.
It takes around 50 minutes to get there using public transport.

When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)

The quietest month for a flight from Kankesanturai 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 more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with the temperature ranging between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from Kankesanturai Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from JAF to MAA around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of India

Bengaluru is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Chennai. Around 180 miles away to the west, well-known attractions include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Coimbatore is another standout destination in India and is around 270 miles south-west of Chennai. No trip is complete without seeing Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.