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Cheapest return flight
₹ 27,235
Typical prices: ₹ 23,193-₹ 34,667
Scoot, AirAsia
Sat 6/1Fri 12/1
KUL - MAA • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
₹ 27,330
Typical prices: ₹ 23,543-₹ 34,894
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Sun 4/3Wed 7/3
KUL - MAA • Direct
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You can fly direct with AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, and IndiGo. Average duration is 3h 53m
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Most punctual • 91% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Cheapest • 21% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg ₹ 19,726 (return)
Shortest trip • 14h 24m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Chennai (KUL-MAA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Chennai

Wed, 6 Jan - Tue, 12 Jan
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11:15 - 22:50KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-MAA Chennai
14h 05m1 stop Singapore Changi
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08:05 - 14:35MAA  Chennai-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
4h 00mdirect
₹ 27,235Multiple Airlines
Tue, 12 Jan - Tue, 19 Jan
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22:00 - 22:50KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-MAA Chennai
27h 20m1 stop Singapore Changi
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08:05 - 14:35MAA  Chennai-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
4h 00mdirect
₹ 27,235Multiple Airlines
Mon, 23 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec
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21:45 - 23:05KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-MAA Chennai
3h 50mdirect
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23:50 - 21:00MAA  Chennai-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
18h 40m1 stop Singapore Changi
₹ 27,235Multiple Airlines
Tue, 3 Nov - Sat, 7 Nov
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06:10 - 07:25KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-MAA Chennai
3h 45mdirect
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23:45 - 06:20MAA  Chennai-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
4h 05mdirect
₹ 27,330AirAsia
Thu, 4 Mar - Sun, 7 Mar
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21:45 - 23:05KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-MAA Chennai
3h 50mdirect
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08:05 - 14:35MAA  Chennai-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
4h 00mdirect
₹ 27,330AirAsia
Fri, 26 Feb - Sun, 7 Mar
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06:10 - 07:25KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-MAA Chennai
3h 45mdirect
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23:45 - 06:20MAA  Chennai-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
4h 05mdirect
₹ 27,330AirAsia
Sun, 8 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov
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05:45 - 07:05KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-MAA Chennai
3h 50mdirect
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22:20 - 04:45MAA  Chennai-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
3h 55mdirect
₹ 29,798IndiGo
Sun, 1 Nov - Sun, 8 Nov
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05:45 - 07:05KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-MAA Chennai
3h 50mdirect
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22:20 - 04:45MAA  Chennai-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
3h 55mdirect
₹ 30,082IndiGo
Sun, 21 Feb - Wed, 24 Feb
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09:10 - 10:45KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-MAA Chennai
4h 05mdirect
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00:20 - 06:50MAA  Chennai-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
4h 00mdirect
₹ 39,572Malaysia Airlines
Wed, 18 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
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09:10 - 10:45KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-MAA Chennai
4h 05mdirect
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11:45 - 18:15MAA  Chennai-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
4h 00mdirect
₹ 53,237Malaysia Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai. It’s 3% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 3% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai at ₹ 22,965 return.
•August (₹ 32,929) and May (₹ 32,739) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 43% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai the cheapest?

Flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 23% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai flights

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October

Cheapest flight

₹ 14,045
Beat the crowds with an average 13% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 17% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai

When to book flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Chennai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai:

    • Earliest: departs at 05:45 and lands at 09:38
    • Latest: departs at 21:45 and lands at 01:38.

    The flight takes about 3h 53m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai?

    A direct flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai takes 3h 53m, covering 4,227 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai flight?

    Return flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai range from ₹ 23,193 to ₹ 34,667, with an average of ₹ 29,229 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 23,193 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 12% above the ₹ 29,229 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average ₹ 19,726 return via Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB), compared with ₹ 29,528 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai?

    Malaysia Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while AirAsia has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai flights are:

    • Malaysia Airlines: 91% on time
    • AirAsia: 83% on time
    • IndiGo: 81% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 86% of the time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge ₹ 443–₹ 9,489 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai?

    The Airbus A320neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by AirAsia and IndiGo. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

  • How are flight departures from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai flights, with 60% leaving in that window. Night departures account for 40%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Evening flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai looking right now?

    One-way fares from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 18,344, which is 19% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai?

    Flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai usually depart from Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai route, 14% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 51m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai pass through?

    One-stop flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai most commonly connect through:

    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 54% of one-stop connections
    • Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) – 40% of one-stop connections
    • New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) – 6% of one-stop connections
    • Medan Kuala Namu Intl (KNO) – 0% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 7% on flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai. Monday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 28,374 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at ₹ 30,367, a difference of ₹ 1,993.

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

  • Which airlines fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai?

    3 airlines operate flights between Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport and Chennai. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • AirAsia
    • Malaysia Airlines
    • IndiGo

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai?

    Flying via Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 10h 04m, compared to 14h 24m via Singapore Changi (SIN) and 16h 42m via Medan Kuala Namu Intl (KNO).

  • What is the time difference between Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport and Chennai?

    Chennai is 2 hours behind Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (India Time vs Malaysia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai flights?

    Among airlines operating Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai flights:

    • Malaysia Airlines: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • AirAsia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • IndiGo: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Malaysia Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • What is the best way to get from Kuala Lumpur to Kuala Lumpur International Airport?

    The KLIA Ekspres is an express train service (28 min) between KL Sentral and the airport. It is incredibly convenient, allowing you to check-in at the train station and drop your bags off, which you can then pick up upon arrival in Chennai. A single ticket costs RM 55. If you're driving, you'll find a long-term car park at the airport which costs RM 32 per day.

  • What is the best way to transfer from Chennai International Airport to the city centre?

    One option is to take the train. You have to walk 2 km to Tirusulam station, and from there take the train to Chennai Park station. A single ticket costs ₹ 10 (≈ RM 0.6). Alternatively, you can take a bus from outside the terminal (the 1B or 18A routes) for ₹ 45 (≈ RM 2.6). If you'd prefer to go directly to your destination, you can take a cab for ₹ 350–500 (≈ RM 20–29). Whichever type of transport you choose, you can expect the journey to take roughly 45 min.

Your guide to booking Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average ₹ 28,374, about ₹ 1,993 less than Saturday fares (7% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 23% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai trip for March. Fares historically average ₹ 22,965 return in that month – typically ₹ 9,964 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Malaysia Airlines. Over the past three months, 91% of Malaysia Airlines flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Chennai arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 86%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 51m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (CMB) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages ₹ 19,726 return on this route – about ₹ 9,803 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chennai Airport.

    • Radisson Blu Hotel And Suites GRT Chennai
    • Hotel Southern Comfort
    • Ridhan Regency
  • For direct flights on this route, book with AirAsia, Malindo Air, Batik Air, or Malaysia Airlines. Alternatively, there are flights with a layover from Scoot, IndiGo, and SriLankan.
  • When choosing your flight, it's worth bearing in mind that although international flights land at both Terminal 3 and Terminal 4 of Chennai International Airport, (MAA) the latter is more modern (having opened in 2017).
  • There is a large duty-free shop in the arrivals area of Chennai International Airport, ideal if you want to pick up a bargain before continuing your journey.
  • To make the start of your journey quick and hassle-free, you can book the Airport FastTrack@KLIA service to get dedicated priority access at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Prices start at RM 80 per person.

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Direct departures

Kuala Lumpur Intl to Chennai

Monday

AirAsia,IndiGo,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,IndiGo, +1 more

Tuesday

AirAsia,IndiGo,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,IndiGo, +1 more

Wednesday

AirAsia,IndiGo,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,IndiGo, +1 more

Thursday

AirAsia,IndiGo,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,IndiGo, +1 more

Friday

AirAsia,IndiGo,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,IndiGo, +1 more

Saturday

AirAsia,IndiGo,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,IndiGo, +1 more

Sunday

AirAsia,IndiGo,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,IndiGo, +1 more

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Direct returns

Chennai to Kuala Lumpur Intl

Monday

AirAsia,IndiGo,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,IndiGo, +1 more

Tuesday

AirAsia,IndiGo

AirAsia,IndiGo

Wednesday

AirAsia,IndiGo,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,IndiGo, +1 more

Thursday

AirAsia,IndiGo,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,IndiGo, +1 more

Friday

AirAsia,IndiGo,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,IndiGo, +1 more

Saturday

AirAsia,IndiGo,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,IndiGo, +1 more

Sunday

AirAsia,IndiGo,Malaysia Airlines

AirAsia,IndiGo, +1 more

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