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

Flights from Wellington to Chennai usually depart from Wellington (WLG) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Wellington to Chennai. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 96,480 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at ₹ 118,657, a difference of ₹ 22,177. 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 expensive are last-minute Wellington to Chennai flights?

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 28% above the ₹ 98,771 route average. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

Do I need a passport to fly from Wellington 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.

Have flight prices from Wellington 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 ₹ 100,745 to ₹ 856,454. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Wellington to Chennai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 84,144, which is 17% above the typical average for this route.

What is the time difference between Wellington and Chennai?

Chennai is 7 hours behind Wellington (India Time vs New Zealand Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

Return flights from Wellington to Chennai range from ₹ 94,061 to ₹ 118,263, with an average of ₹ 98,771 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 94,061 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Wellington to Chennai?

Return flights from Wellington to Chennai typically range from ₹ 94,061 to ₹ 118,263. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 100,745 on Singapore Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Wellington to Chennai. It’s 3% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 20% higher.

When are flights from Wellington to Chennai the cheapest?

Flights from Wellington to Chennai are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 38% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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

Singapore Airlines (₹ 100,745) and Qantas Airways (₹ 121,974) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Wellington to Chennai according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Typical prices: ₹ 94,061-₹ 118,263

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Sun, 7 Mar - Thu, 11 Mar

12:50 - 22:10WLG Wellington-MAA Chennai

40h 50m2 stops Auckland Intl Singapore Changi

10:00 - 13:20MAA Chennai-WLG Wellington

19h 50m2 stops Singapore Changi Christchurch

₹ 100,745Singapore Airlines

Sun, 7 Mar - Thu, 11 Mar

12:50 - 22:10WLG Wellington-MAA Chennai

40h 50m2 stops Auckland Intl Singapore Changi

10:00 - 13:20MAA Chennai-WLG Wellington

19h 50m2 stops Singapore Changi Christchurch

₹ 100,840Singapore Airlines

Sun, 29 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec

20:05 - 22:50WLG Wellington-MAA Chennai

34h 15m3 stops Auckland Intl Melbourne Singapore Changi

23:50 - 17:20MAA Chennai-WLG Wellington

34h 00m3 stops Singapore Changi Melbourne Auckland Intl

₹ 119,984Multiple Airlines

Wed, 2 Dec - Tue, 8 Dec

06:05 - 00:10WLG Wellington-MAA Chennai

25h 35m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi

03:00 - 14:50MAA Chennai-WLG Wellington

28h 20m2 stops Singapore Changi Sydney Kingsford Smith

₹ 121,974Qantas Airways

Sun, 29 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec

20:05 - 07:20WLG Wellington-MAA Chennai

42h 45m2 stops Melbourne Singapore Changi

03:00 - 23:50MAA Chennai-WLG Wellington

37h 20m2 stops Singapore Changi Sydney Kingsford Smith

₹ 123,680IndiGo

Sun, 29 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec

06:05 - 22:50WLG Wellington-MAA Chennai

24h 15m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi

23:50 - 17:20MAA Chennai-WLG Wellington

34h 00m3 stops Singapore Changi Melbourne Auckland Intl

₹ 124,912Multiple Airlines

Wed, 2 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec

06:05 - 22:50WLG Wellington-MAA Chennai

24h 15m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Singapore Changi

23:50 - 07:50MAA Chennai-WLG Wellington

24h 30m3 stops Singapore Changi Sydney Kingsford Smith Christchurch

₹ 129,651Multiple Airlines

Fri, 1 Jan - Fri, 5 Feb

06:05 - 07:20WLG Wellington-MAA Chennai

32h 45m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi

03:00 - 23:50MAA Chennai-WLG Wellington

37h 20m2 stops Singapore Changi Sydney Kingsford Smith

₹ 132,873IndiGo

Fri, 1 Jan - Tue, 2 Feb

06:05 - 07:20WLG Wellington-MAA Chennai

32h 45m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi

03:00 - 23:50MAA Chennai-WLG Wellington

37h 20m2 stops Singapore Changi Sydney Kingsford Smith

₹ 133,916IndiGo

Wed, 2 Dec - Wed, 9 Dec

06:05 - 22:50WLG Wellington-MAA Chennai

24h 15m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi

23:50 - 15:25MAA Chennai-WLG Wellington

32h 05m3 stops Singapore Changi Perth Auckland Intl

₹ 134,105Multiple Airlines

Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Wellington to Chennai flights

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How much is a return flight from Wellington 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 Wellington to Chennai departing in March.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Wellington to Chennai?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Wellington to Chennai. It’s 3% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 20% higher.
When are flights from Wellington to Chennai the cheapest?: Flights from Wellington to Chennai are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 38% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Do I need a passport to fly from Wellington 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 Wellington to Chennai flight?
Return flights from Wellington to Chennai range from ₹ 94,061 to ₹ 118,263, with an average of ₹ 98,771 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 94,061 counts as a good deal.
How expensive are last-minute Wellington to Chennai flights?
Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 28% above the ₹ 98,771 route average. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.
Have flight prices from Wellington 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 ₹ 100,745 to ₹ 856,454. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Wellington to Chennai looking right now?
One-way fares from Wellington to Chennai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 84,144, which is 17% above the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from Wellington to Chennai?
Flights from Wellington to Chennai usually depart from Wellington (WLG) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Wellington to Chennai?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Wellington to Chennai. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 96,480 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at ₹ 118,657, a difference of ₹ 22,177.

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 Wellington and Chennai?
Chennai is 7 hours behind Wellington (India Time vs New Zealand Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average ₹ 96,480, about ₹ 22,177 less than Friday fares (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 38% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Wellington to Chennai trip for July. Fares historically average ₹ 89,277 return in that month – typically ₹ 56,201 less than the most expensive month, which is April (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
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