What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Manila to Chennai?

Singapore (SIN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of ₱17,957. Find deals

What’s the fastest layover option from Manila to Chennai?

Flights via Hong Kong (HKG) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 10h 18m. Find deals

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Manila to Chennai?

Flights via New Delhi (DEL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 20m. Find deals

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Manila to Chennai?

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 56% of 1-stop itineraries from Manila to Chennai on Cheapflights.

How long is the flight from Manila to Chennai?

There are many flights that can get you from Manila to Chennai in 18h 50m. Fly via Scoot to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 4405 km.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Manila to Chennai round-trip?

Flying on Scoot is currently your cheapest option to Chennai, with prices starting at ₱12,361. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by AirAsia and Malaysia Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at ₱17,875 and ₱26,696, respectively. Users have found that Scoot is 42% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Manila to Chennai?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Manila to Chennai flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chennai ranges from 10.0 - 330.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 330.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Chennai when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chennai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 33.0 C. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 25.0 C).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Manila to Chennai?

When booking a flight from Manila to Chennai, you may want to consider flying on AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines or Singapore Airlines as they are the most popular for this route.

Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Manila to Chennai?

Manila to Chennai flights have a layover in Kuala Lumpur most of the time.

Where are the least popular layover locations for Manila to Chennai flights?

Of the flights from Manila to Chennai that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in Singapore.

What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Kuala Lumpur?

Kuala Lumpur travelers tend to visit Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square, and Panggung Bandaraya DBKL more than anywhere else. Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square and Panggung Bandaraya DBKL are located about 46.6 km, 44.9 km, and 45.7 km, respectively from Kuala Lumpur Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their layover in Kuala Lumpur can rent a car from Kuala Lumpur Intl for about ₱1,546 per day.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Manila to Chennai?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Saturday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Manila to Chennai?

To save up to 71% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 38 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Manila to Chennai from ₱16,152 1-2 weeks out and tickets from ₱32,247 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Manila to Chennai?

The best pricing can be found in the month of July. Prices to Chennai from Manila average ₱21,560. You can even find prices in July for less than ₱21,560, as users have found deals to Chennai from as low as ₱12,613. The month of April appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Chennai from Manila. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 23%.

Can I find deals for flights from Manila to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Manila to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Manila to Chennai?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Manila to Chennai.

Can I find deals for business class flights from Manila to Chennai?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Manila to Chennai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Q: How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Manila to Chennai?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Manila to Chennai flights typically cost between ₱13,641 and ₱23,800 in January. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was ₱11,986 on Multiple Airlines (Jan 13-Jan 21). Find deals

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl to Chennai are usually found in July or August, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Manila to Chennai

Round-trip from	₱11,986
One-way from	₱5,822
Popular in	April
Cheapest in	July
Average price	₱21,346

AirAsia
1/13-1/21
2 total stops
43h 50m total
Manila to Chennai

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Scoot
11/3
1 total stop
18h 50m total
Manila to Chennai

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (₱82,203 potential increase over avg. RT price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (₱26,751 potential savings vs. average RT price).

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Sun 10/126:55 amMNL - MAA

1 stop18h 40mMultiple Airlines

Sun 10/1911:45 pmMAA - MNL

1 stop10h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/12₱12,956

Mon 10/276:30 amMNL - MAA

1 stop18h 50mScoot

Mon 11/311:50 pmMAA - MNL

1 stop27h 10mScoot

Deal found 9/11₱14,097

Sun 10/263:35 amMNL - MAA

2 stops21h 45mMultiple Airlines

Mon 11/311:50 pmMAA - MNL

1 stop27h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/11₱17,636

Mon 12/221:10 amMNL - MAA

1 stop24h 15mMultiple Airlines

Tue 1/132:35 pmMAA - MNL

1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13₱23,115

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Tue 1/137:30 pmMNL - MAA

1 stop29h 50mMultiple Airlines

Wed 1/218:05 amMAA - MNL

1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13₱11,986

Mon 10/276:30 amMNL - MAA

1 stop18h 50mScoot

Mon 11/311:50 pmMAA - MNL

1 stop27h 10mScoot

Deal found 9/11₱14,097

Mon 1/121:10 amMNL - MAA

1 stop8h 45mAirAsia

Wed 1/218:05 amMAA - MNL

1 stop14h 00mAirAsia

Deal found 9/13₱19,063

Tue 1/137:30 pmMNL - MAA

1 stop29h 50mMultiple Airlines

Mon 1/2611:45 pmMAA - MNL

1 stop10h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13₱12,100

Fri 1/96:30 amMNL - MAA

1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines

Wed 1/218:05 amMAA - MNL

1 stop14h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13₱16,266

Sun 10/263:35 amMNL - MAA

2 stops21h 45mMultiple Airlines

Mon 11/311:50 pmMAA - MNL

1 stop27h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/11₱17,636

Fri 1/236:30 amMNL - MAA

1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines

Wed 1/281:50 amMAA - MNL

1 stop18h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/13₱21,289

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Sun 10/126:55 amMNL - MAA

1 stop18h 40mMultiple Airlines

Sun 10/1911:45 pmMAA - MNL

1 stop10h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/12₱12,956

Sun 10/263:35 amMNL - MAA

2 stops21h 45mMultiple Airlines

Mon 11/311:50 pmMAA - MNL

1 stop27h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/11₱17,636

Mon 10/276:30 amMNL - MAA

1 stop18h 50mScoot

Mon 11/311:50 pmMAA - MNL

1 stop27h 10mScoot

Deal found 9/11₱14,097

One-way flights from Manila to Chennai
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Mon 11/36:30 amMNL - MAA

1 stop18h 50mScoot

Deal found 9/11₱5,822

Tue 11/117:30 pmMNL - MAA

1 stop29h 50mScoot

Deal found 9/14₱5,993

Tue 9/237:35 pmMNL - MAA

1 stop30h 00mScoot

Deal found 9/14₱6,050

Fri 1/166:30 amMNL - MAA

1 stop18h 50mScoot

Deal found 9/12₱6,164

Mon 10/276:30 amMNL - MAA

1 stop18h 50mScoot

Deal found 9/12₱6,449

Sun 10/263:35 amMNL - MAA

2 stops21h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/12₱7,420

Sun 11/23:35 amMNL - MAA

2 stops21h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/11₱7,477

Wed 11/126:30 amMNL - MAA

1 stop18h 50mScoot

Deal found 9/12₱7,876

Thu 10/97:35 pmMNL - MAA

1 stop30h 00mScoot

Deal found 9/13₱8,675

Tue 9/236:55 amMNL - MAA

2 stops28h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 9/12₱8,961

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Price

ManilaChennai

MNL - MAA

MNLMAA

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 1/13

7:30 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop29h 50m

Chennai

Wed 1/21

8:05 am-12:35 am

1 stop14h 00m

₱11,986

ManilaChennai

MNL - MAA

MNLMAA

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 1/13

7:30 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop29h 50m

Chennai

Mon 1/26

11:45 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop10h 00m

₱12,100

ManilaChennai

MNL - MAA

MNLMAA

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 10/27

6:30 am-10:50 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Chennai

Mon 11/3

11:50 pm-5:30 am

1 stop27h 10m

₱14,097

ManilaChennai

MNL - MAA

MNLMAA

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 1/9

6:30 am-10:50 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Chennai

Wed 1/21

8:05 am-12:35 am

1 stop14h 00m

₱16,266

ManilaChennai

MNL - MAA

MNLMAA

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Sun 10/26

3:35 am-10:50 pm

2 stops21h 45m

Chennai

Mon 11/3

11:50 pm-5:30 am

1 stop27h 10m

₱17,636

ManilaChennai

MNL - MAA

MNLMAA

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Mon 1/12

1:10 am-7:25 am

1 stop8h 45m

Chennai

Wed 1/21

8:05 am-12:35 am

1 stop14h 00m

₱19,063

ManilaChennai

MNL - MAA

MNLMAA

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 1/23

6:30 am-10:50 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Chennai

Wed 1/28

1:50 am-10:35 pm

1 stop18h 15m

₱21,289

ManilaChennai

MNL - MAA

MNLMAA

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 11/11

7:30 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop29h 50m

₱5,993

ManilaChennai

MNL - MAA

MNLMAA

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Tue 9/23

7:35 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop30h 00m

₱6,050

ManilaChennai

MNL - MAA

MNLMAA

Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl

Fri 1/16

6:30 am-10:50 pm

1 stop18h 50m

₱6,164

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Manila to Chennai?

Booking 37 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Manila to Chennai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MNL to MAA?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Manila to Chennai is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 40% on airfare.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Thai Airways, and Malaysia Airlines from Manila to Chennai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very good

1,365 reviews

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1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very good

1,365 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very good

1,365 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Thai Airways

7.8

Good

350 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very good

1,365 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Malaysia Airlines

7.3

Good

278 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very good

1,365 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

AirAsia

6.8

Okay

215 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very good

1,365 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Scoot

6.7

Okay

308 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8.1

Very good

1,365 reviews

Check prices

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Related info for your journey

How long is the flight from Manila to Chennai?
There are many flights that can get you from Manila to Chennai in 18h 50m. Fly via Scoot to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 4405 km.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Manila to Chennai round-trip?
Flying on Scoot is currently your cheapest option to Chennai, with prices starting at ₱12,361. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by AirAsia and Malaysia Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at ₱17,875 and ₱26,696, respectively. Users have found that Scoot is 42% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Manila to Chennai?
Manila to Chennai flights have a layover in Kuala Lumpur most of the time.
What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Kuala Lumpur?
Kuala Lumpur travelers tend to visit Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square, and Panggung Bandaraya DBKL more than anywhere else. Petronas Towers, Berjaya Times Square and Panggung Bandaraya DBKL are located about 46.6 km, 44.9 km, and 45.7 km, respectively from Kuala Lumpur Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their layover in Kuala Lumpur can rent a car from Kuala Lumpur Intl for about ₱1,546 per day.
Where are the least popular layover locations for Manila to Chennai flights?
Of the flights from Manila to Chennai that have layovers, the fewest flights stop in Singapore.
Can I find deals for flights from Manila to Chennai that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Manila to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Manila to Chennai?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Manila to Chennai.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Manila to Chennai?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Manila to Chennai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Scoot	Cheapest₱12,361	Average₱13,891	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Scoot flights
AirAsia	Cheapest₱17,875	Average₱22,907	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time66%	Search AirAsia flights
Malaysia Airlines	Cheapest₱26,696	Average₱31,379	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	Cheapest₱30,184	Average₱36,021	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Thai Airways	Cheapest₱33,632	Average₱34,950	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Thai Airways flights

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