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

Flights from Chennai to Kanpur usually depart from Chennai (MAA) and arrive at Kanpur (KNU).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Chennai to Kanpur?

Only Economy class is available on flights from Chennai to Kanpur.

Which airports do connecting flights from Chennai to Kanpur pass through?

One-stop flights from Chennai to Kanpur most commonly connect through: • New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) – 50% of one-stop connections • Bengaluru Intl (BLR) – 25% of one-stop connections • Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl (HYD) – 25% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 43% on flights from Chennai to Kanpur. Friday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 17,183 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at ₹ 30,094, a difference of ₹ 12,911. 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 Chennai to Kanpur?

A direct flight from Chennai to Kanpur takes 00m, covering 2,399 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Chennai to Kanpur?

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Have flight prices from Chennai to Kanpur 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 ₹ 22,310 to ₹ 51,454. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Chennai to Kanpur are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 21,139, which is 156% above the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Chennai to Kanpur?

Flying via Bengaluru Intl (BLR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 32m, compared to 6h 39m via New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) and 7h 02m via Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl (HYD).

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

Return flights from Chennai to Kanpur range from ₹ 17,315 to ₹ 21,812, with an average of ₹ 18,224 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 17,315 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Chennai to Kanpur?

Return flights from Chennai to Kanpur typically range from ₹ 17,315 to ₹ 21,812. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 22,310 on IndiGo.

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

IndiGo (₹ 22,310) offered the cheapest return ticket from Chennai to Kanpur in the last 5 days.

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Chennai to Kanpur?

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) is the most popular stopover for the Chennai to Kanpur route. 50% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via DEL.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Chennai to Kanpur?

Flights via Bengaluru Intl (BLR) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of ₹ 15,992. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Chennai to Kanpur, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Bengaluru Intl (BLR) had the shortest average connection time for Chennai to Kanpur stopovers at 3h 40m over the past 3 months.

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April

Cheapest • 5% price drop

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Bengaluru Intl (BLR)

Cheapest • Avg ₹ 15,992 (return)

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL)

Shortest trip • 6h 39m (one-way)

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Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

23:45 - 11:25MAA Chennai-KNU Kanpur

11h 40m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

12:00 - 19:05KNU Kanpur-MAA Chennai

7h 05m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 22,310IndiGo

Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

21:55 - 11:25MAA Chennai-KNU Kanpur

13h 30m2 stops Pune Lohegaon New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

12:00 - 19:05KNU Kanpur-MAA Chennai

7h 05m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 30,854Multiple Airlines

Fri, 20 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

00:45 - 13:35MAA Chennai-KNU Kanpur

12h 50m3 stops Pune Lohegaon Ahmedabad Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

12:00 - 19:05KNU Kanpur-MAA Chennai

7h 05m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 32,752IndiGo

Mon, 9 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov

02:45 - 11:25MAA Chennai-KNU Kanpur

8h 40m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

12:00 - 23:05KNU Kanpur-MAA Chennai

11h 05m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 33,037IndiGo

Fri, 20 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

00:45 - 13:35MAA Chennai-KNU Kanpur

12h 50m3 stops Pune Lohegaon Ahmedabad Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

12:00 - 02:15KNU Kanpur-MAA Chennai

14h 15m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Ahmedabad

₹ 36,834IndiGo

Fri, 20 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov

00:45 - 13:35MAA Chennai-KNU Kanpur

12h 50m3 stops Pune Lohegaon Ahmedabad Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl

12:00 - 03:55KNU Kanpur-MAA Chennai

15h 55m3 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Ahmedabad Pune Lohegaon

₹ 37,404IndiGo

Tue, 10 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov

20:45 - 11:25MAA Chennai-KNU Kanpur

14h 40m2 stops Bengaluru Intl New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

12:00 - 19:05KNU Kanpur-MAA Chennai

7h 05m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 41,106IndiGo

Tue, 10 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov

20:45 - 11:25MAA Chennai-KNU Kanpur

14h 40m2 stops Bengaluru Intl New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

12:00 - 22:45KNU Kanpur-MAA Chennai

10h 45m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Raipur

₹ 44,714IndiGo

Mon, 9 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov

00:45 - 11:25MAA Chennai-KNU Kanpur

10h 40m3 stops Pune Lohegaon Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

12:00 - 22:45KNU Kanpur-MAA Chennai

10h 45m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Raipur

₹ 51,454IndiGo

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How much is a return flight from Chennai to Kanpur? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Chennai to Kanpur departing in November.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Chennai to Kanpur?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Chennai to Kanpur.
How long is a flight from Chennai to Kanpur?
A direct flight from Chennai to Kanpur takes 00m, covering 2,399 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Chennai to Kanpur?
No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.
How much should I expect to pay for a Chennai to Kanpur flight?
Return flights from Chennai to Kanpur range from ₹ 17,315 to ₹ 21,812, with an average of ₹ 18,224 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 17,315 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Chennai to Kanpur 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 ₹ 22,310 to ₹ 51,454. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Chennai to Kanpur looking right now?
One-way fares from Chennai to Kanpur are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 21,139, which is 156% above the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from Chennai to Kanpur?
Flights from Chennai to Kanpur usually depart from Chennai (MAA) and arrive at Kanpur (KNU).
Which airports do connecting flights from Chennai to Kanpur pass through?
One-stop flights from Chennai to Kanpur most commonly connect through:

• New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) – 50% of one-stop connections
• Bengaluru Intl (BLR) – 25% of one-stop connections
• Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl (HYD) – 25% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chennai to Kanpur?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 43% on flights from Chennai to Kanpur. Friday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 17,183 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at ₹ 30,094, a difference of ₹ 12,911.

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 much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Chennai to Kanpur?
Flying via Bengaluru Intl (BLR) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 32m, compared to 6h 39m via New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) and 7h 02m via Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl (HYD).

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average ₹ 17,183, about ₹ 12,911 less than Sunday fares (43% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chennai to Kanpur trip for April. Fares historically average ₹ 17,278 return in that month – typically ₹ 12,816 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).

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