Which airports can I use when flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chennai?

Flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chennai usually depart from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).

Which airports do connecting flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chennai pass through?

Most connecting flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chennai pass through London Heathrow (LHR), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chennai?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 37% on flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chennai. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 148,039 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at ₹ 234,394, a difference of ₹ 86,356. 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 Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chennai?

A direct flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chennai takes 00m, covering 22,453 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão 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 are flight prices from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chennai looking right now?

One-way fares from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chennai are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about ₹ 186,187.

What is the time difference between Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport and Chennai?

Chennai is 8 hours ahead of Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (India Time vs Brasilia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

How much should I expect to pay for a Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chennai flight?

Return flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chennai range from ₹ 124,521 to ₹ 157,054, with an average of ₹ 155,780 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 124,521 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chennai?

Return flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chennai typically range from ₹ 124,521 to ₹ 157,054. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 169,201 on Qatar Airways.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chennai?

Qatar Airways (₹ 169,201) and Emirates (₹ 206,874) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chennai according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chennai?

Flights via London Heathrow (LHR) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of ₹ 148,051. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chennai, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

London Heathrow (LHR) had the shortest average connection time for Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chennai stopovers at 18h 02m over the past 3 months.

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Sat, 27 Feb - Wed, 3 Mar

04:15 - 02:30GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MAA Chennai

61h 45m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Doha Hamad Intl

03:15 - 01:00MAA Chennai-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

30h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

₹ 169,201Qatar Airways

Sat, 27 Feb - Wed, 3 Mar

04:15 - 02:30GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MAA Chennai

61h 45m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Doha Hamad Intl

03:15 - 01:00MAA Chennai-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

30h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

₹ 169,770Qatar Airways

Sat, 27 Feb - Wed, 3 Mar

04:15 - 02:30GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MAA Chennai

61h 45m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Doha Hamad Intl

03:15 - 01:00MAA Chennai-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

30h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

₹ 170,909Qatar Airways

Sun, 28 Feb - Wed, 3 Mar

19:05 - 02:15GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MAA Chennai

46h 40m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Doha Hamad Intl

03:15 - 01:00MAA Chennai-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

30h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

₹ 171,099Qatar Airways

Sat, 27 Feb - Thu, 4 Mar

03:45 - 20:10GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MAA Chennai

31h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl

21:45 - 15:55MAA Chennai-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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₹ 206,875Emirates

Sat, 27 Feb - Thu, 4 Mar

03:45 - 20:10GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MAA Chennai

31h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl

21:45 - 15:55MAA Chennai-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

26h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl

₹ 207,634Emirates

Sat, 27 Feb - Thu, 4 Mar

03:45 - 20:10GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MAA Chennai

31h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl

21:45 - 15:55MAA Chennai-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

26h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl

₹ 209,057Emirates

Sat, 27 Feb - Thu, 4 Mar

03:45 - 20:10GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MAA Chennai

31h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl

21:45 - 15:55MAA Chennai-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

26h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl

₹ 209,247Emirates

Sat, 27 Feb - Thu, 4 Mar

03:45 - 08:15GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MAA Chennai

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09:50 - 06:30MAA Chennai-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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₹ 303,005Emirates

Sat, 27 Feb - Thu, 4 Mar

03:45 - 08:15GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl-MAA Chennai

20h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl

09:50 - 06:30MAA Chennai-GIG Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl

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₹ 487,579Emirates

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How much is a return flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chennai? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chennai departing in February.

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How long is a flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chennai?
A direct flight from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chennai takes 00m, covering 22,453 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão 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 Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chennai flight?
Return flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chennai range from ₹ 124,521 to ₹ 157,054, with an average of ₹ 155,780 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 124,521 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chennai changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about ₹ 169,201 to ₹ 493,272. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chennai looking right now?
One-way fares from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chennai are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about ₹ 186,187.
Which airports can I use when flying from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chennai?
Flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chennai usually depart from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl (GIG) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).
Which airports do connecting flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chennai pass through?
Most connecting flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chennai pass through London Heathrow (LHR), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chennai?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 37% on flights from Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport to Chennai. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 148,039 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at ₹ 234,394, a difference of ₹ 86,356.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport and Chennai?
Chennai is 8 hours ahead of Rio de Janeiro–Galeão Intl Airport (India Time vs Brasilia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average ₹ 148,039, about ₹ 86,356 less than Friday fares (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.
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