Cheap Flights from Chennai (MAA) to Basra (BSR)

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Chennai to Basra: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Chennai to Basra below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Basra.

Chennai to Basra: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found£599
Cheapest month to flyApril

Finding cheap flights from Chennai to Basra: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chennai to Basra is £599. 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 Chennai to Basra. But we found flights with one or more stops from £599.
As of January 2026, there are no flights flying from Chennai to Basra.
The cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Basra is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chennai Airport to Basra Airport on Thursday, 16 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Chennai Airport and Basra 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 Basra 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 Basra 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 Basra.

Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Basra International Airport (BSR): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Basra is UTC+3, which is two hours 30 minutes behind Chennai.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to catch your MAA to BSR flight.

  • Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chennai Airport to Basra International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between MAA and BSR:

    • Dubai Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

    • Sharjah International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Basra International Airport (BSR)

  • Right now, £272 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chennai Airport to Basra International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £599. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from MAA to BSR, book in advance. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Chennai Airport to Basra International Airport.

  • Picking up cheap flights from MAA to BSR is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.

  • Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Chennai Airport to Basra International Airport.

Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • 76.04% of flights leaving from Chennai Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.

  • Chennai Airport is about 12 miles from central Chennai. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes when using public transport.

  • Taking an early flight from Chennai Airport to Basra International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MAA:

Arriving at Basra International Airport (BSR)

  • Once your Chennai Airport to Basra International Airport flight has touched down, relax and unwind at a hotel close by. Basrah International Airport Hotel is a great option within easy reach of BSR.

Getting from Basra International Airport (BSR) to central Basra

  • Basra International Airport to central Basra has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 10 miles away.

When to fly to Basra International Airport (BSR)

  • It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Chennai Airport to Basra International Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Basra. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Basra is July, with temperatures ranging between 31ºC (88ºF) and 49ºC (120ºF). Book your flights from Chennai Airport to Basra International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.

  • Look for cheap tickets from MAA to BSR in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.

Explore more of Iraq

  • Baghdad is just one of the many places in Iraq waiting to be explored after you've experienced Basra. Around 280 miles away to the north-west, popular attractions include Baghdad Tower, Iraqi Museum and Al-Shaheed Monument.

  • Najaf is another favourite destination in Iraq and is around 230 miles north-west of Basra. No journey is complete without experiencing Al Sahlah Great Mosque, Great Mosque of Kufa and Najaf Amusements Park.

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