Which airports can I use when flying from Chennai to Leh?

Flights from Chennai to Leh usually depart from Chennai (MAA) and arrive at Leh (IXL).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Chennai to Leh?

Only Economy class is available on flights from Chennai to Leh.

Which airports do connecting flights from Chennai to Leh pass through?

Most connecting flights from Chennai to Leh pass through New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chennai to Leh?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 42% on flights from Chennai to Leh. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 23,534 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at ₹ 40,521, a difference of ₹ 16,986. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How long is a flight from Chennai to Leh?

A direct flight from Chennai to Leh takes 00m, covering 3,807 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Chennai to Leh?

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Have flight prices from Chennai to Leh changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about ₹ 32,834 to ₹ 49,062. That means the highest observed fare was about 49% higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Chennai to Leh looking right now?

One-way fares from Chennai to Leh are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 18,157, which is 33% above the typical average for this route.

How much should I expect to pay for a Chennai to Leh flight?

Return flights from Chennai to Leh range from ₹ 25,404 to ₹ 36,169, with an average of ₹ 31,472 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 25,404 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Chennai to Leh?

Return flights from Chennai to Leh typically range from ₹ 25,404 to ₹ 36,169. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 32,834 on Air India.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chennai to Leh?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chennai to Leh. It’s 26% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 28% higher.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Chennai to Leh?

Air India (₹ 32,834) and IndiGo (₹ 33,309) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Chennai to Leh according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Chennai to Leh?

Flights via New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of ₹ 31,575. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Chennai to Leh, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) had the shortest average connection time for Chennai to Leh stopovers at 5h 39m over the past 3 months.

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₹ 32,834

Typical prices: ₹ 25,404-₹ 36,169

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₹ 15,373

Typical prices: ₹ 11,168-₹ 15,523

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MAA - IXL • 1 stop

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Mon, 16 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

20:00 - 08:20MAA Chennai-IXL Leh

12h 20m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

12:10 - 00:40IXL Leh-MAA Chennai

12h 30m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 32,834Air India

Fri, 13 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov

23:45 - 09:05MAA Chennai-IXL Leh

9h 20m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

13:45 - 01:50IXL Leh-MAA Chennai

12h 05m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 33,309IndiGo

Fri, 13 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov

13:10 - 11:30MAA Chennai-IXL Leh

22h 20m2 stops Bengaluru Intl Chandigarh

12:10 - 18:30IXL Leh-MAA Chennai

6h 20m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 36,820Air India

Fri, 13 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov

19:40 - 07:25MAA Chennai-IXL Leh

11h 45m2 stops Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

13:45 - 00:20IXL Leh-MAA Chennai

10h 35m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

₹ 38,528Multiple Airlines

Mon, 16 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

20:00 - 09:25MAA Chennai-IXL Leh

13h 25m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

12:10 - 23:50IXL Leh-MAA Chennai

11h 40m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

₹ 38,528Air India

Mon, 16 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

23:45 - 09:05MAA Chennai-IXL Leh

9h 20m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

08:50 - 21:25IXL Leh-MAA Chennai

12h 35m2 stops Jammu Satwari New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 38,623Multiple Airlines

Mon, 5 Apr - Sat, 10 Apr

22:15 - 09:15MAA Chennai-IXL Leh

11h 00m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

12:10 - 22:45IXL Leh-MAA Chennai

10h 35m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 40,711Air India

Fri, 13 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov

19:40 - 07:25MAA Chennai-IXL Leh

11h 45m2 stops Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

09:45 - 20:40IXL Leh-MAA Chennai

10h 55m3 stops Jammu Satwari Jewar Noida Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

₹ 40,995Multiple Airlines

Mon, 16 Nov - Mon, 23 Nov

20:35 - 09:25MAA Chennai-IXL Leh

12h 50m2 stops Bengaluru Intl New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

12:10 - 08:55IXL Leh-MAA Chennai

20h 45m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Bengaluru Intl

₹ 40,995Air India

Sun, 4 Apr - Mon, 5 Apr

02:45 - 11:00MAA Chennai-IXL Leh

8h 15m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

14:00 - 19:30IXL Leh-MAA Chennai

5h 30m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 49,062IndiGo

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How much is a return flight from Chennai to Leh? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Chennai to Leh departing in November.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chennai to Leh?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chennai to Leh. It’s 26% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 28% higher.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Chennai to Leh?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Chennai to Leh.
How long is a flight from Chennai to Leh?
A direct flight from Chennai to Leh takes 00m, covering 3,807 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Chennai to Leh?
No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.
How much should I expect to pay for a Chennai to Leh flight?
Return flights from Chennai to Leh range from ₹ 25,404 to ₹ 36,169, with an average of ₹ 31,472 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 25,404 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Chennai to Leh changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about ₹ 32,834 to ₹ 49,062. That means the highest observed fare was about 49% higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Chennai to Leh looking right now?
One-way fares from Chennai to Leh are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 18,157, which is 33% above the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from Chennai to Leh?
Flights from Chennai to Leh usually depart from Chennai (MAA) and arrive at Leh (IXL).
Which airports do connecting flights from Chennai to Leh pass through?
Most connecting flights from Chennai to Leh pass through New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chennai to Leh?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 42% on flights from Chennai to Leh. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 23,534 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at ₹ 40,521, a difference of ₹ 16,986.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average ₹ 23,534, about ₹ 16,986 less than Monday fares (42% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chennai to Leh trip for January. Fares historically average ₹ 17,746 return in that month – typically ₹ 22,301 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
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