Cheap Flights from Cairns (CNS) to Chennai (MAA)

  • Plan, book, fly with confidence
  • trending down icon
    Be in the know
    Get alerts if flight prices drop or rise*
  • bex rewards loyalty icon
    Book smarter
    Save up to 35% on select hotels after you book a flight*
  • payments icon
    Earn twice
    Earn your airline miles on top of our rewards

Cheap Flights from Cairns (CNS) to Chennai (MAA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Singapore Airlines
Air India
Jetstar
Jetstar
Jetstar
Jetstar
Jetstar
Singapore Airlines
Virgin Australia
Virgin Australia
Beautiful view of the beach with palm trees

Black Friday: Members save 30%+

Members save 30%+ on selected hotels until 4 Dec (property time) with our Black Friday deals. Stay by 15 Dec 2025.
Flight from Cairns to Chennai route information
Origin airport
Cairns Intl.
Destination airport
Chennai Intl.
Airlines serving
Air India, Cathay Pacific, Emirates, Etihad Airways, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines
Return price
AU$927
Distance
7884 km

Your quick guide to flights from Cairns to Chennai

Pick up great flights from Cairns to Chennai

With Expedia, you have your pick of flights a day with 20 airlines covering flights from Cairns to Chennai. Whether you’re on a business trip, a family holiday or a luxury break, just enter your travel dates, hit search then check out your choice of flights. Select from return, one way or multi-city flights, and use the advance search tool if you want a direct or refundable flight. You can narrow your search to show you just your preferred cabin class and airline, too. It’s all easy. You can book direct flights from Cairns to Chennai that take around hours.

Find cheap flights from Cairns to Chennai

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$928 to AU$1,319, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from Cairns to Chennai around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to Chennai is normally in January.

Reasons to book your flight from Cairns to Chennai with Expedia

Expedia makes it easy to find, book, and travel, with everything you need all in one place. When you enter your travel details, find fantastic deals just for you on flight tickets from Cairns to Chennai across all the main airline carriers, so you can save time, dollars, and hassle finding the perfect flight. If you think your plans could change, choose refundable flights so any changes won’t cost you more. Book your flight to Chennai right now and, if you join Expedia Rewards, you earn points this time and every time you travel with Expedia.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from CNS to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA)?
Round-trip journeys from Cairns Airport to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) start from AU$928. This figure is based on fares quoted within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — book today so you don’t miss out. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Cairns Airport to MAA?
We understand that things crop up unexpectedly, so we’ve made it as simple as possible for you to cancel your flight online. Just visit the Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from Cairns Airport to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for CNS to Chennai Airport flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Cairns Airport to MAA?
The distance is around 7 900 kilometres, so pack your carry-on luggage with whatever you need to make your journey comfortable. Wondering what to take on board your Cairns to Chennai flight? A neck pillow, earplugs and a sleep mask are a few essentials.
Which airlines fly direct from Cairns Airport to Chennai Airport?
Flying nonstop between CNS and Chennai Airport isn’t possible at the moment. However, you’ll still be able to find a flight to Chennai with at least one stop.
Are CNS to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Booking your trip from Cairns Airport to Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) last minute could be your ticket to an awesome deal. However, it could end up costing you a whole lot more! If you’d prefer not to take any chances, book well ahead of your departure date. In fact, Expedia has some of the best bargains as far ahead as 12 months in advance. If your preferred air carrier hasn’t released tickets yet, check back frequently as deals are updated all the time on Expedia.
*Available to Expedia members.