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

Flights from Chennai to Leh usually depart from Chennai (MAA) and arrive at Leh (IXL).

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

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

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

Most connecting flights from Chennai to Leh pass through New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from Chennai to Leh. Monday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 28,745 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at ₹ 36,628, a difference of ₹ 7,883. 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 Leh?

A direct flight from Chennai to Leh takes 00m, covering 3,807 km.

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

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 Leh changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about ₹ 27,303 to ₹ 40,666. That means the highest observed fare was about 48% higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Chennai to Leh are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 14,882, which is 20% above the typical average for this route.

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

Return flights from Chennai to Leh range from ₹ 26,531 to ₹ 37,292, with an average of ₹ 30,402 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 26,531 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Chennai to Leh?

Return flights from Chennai to Leh typically range from ₹ 26,531 to ₹ 37,292. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was ₹ 27,303 on Air India.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chennai to Leh. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 20% higher.

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

Air India (₹ 27,303) offered the cheapest return ticket from Chennai to Leh in the last 5 days.

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

Flights via New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of ₹ 32,630. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) had the shortest average connection time for Chennai to Leh stopovers at 5h 15m over the past 3 months.

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₹ 27,303

Typical prices: ₹ 26,531-₹ 37,292

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Typical prices: ₹ 9,098-₹ 15,592

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Thu, 15 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct

21:40 - 08:15MAA Chennai-IXL Leh

10h 35m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

06:55 - 12:45IXL Leh-MAA Chennai

5h 50m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 27,303Air India

Thu, 15 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct

20:10 - 06:15MAA Chennai-IXL Leh

10h 05m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

08:50 - 22:20IXL Leh-MAA Chennai

13h 30m2 stops Chandigarh New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 28,456Air India

Wed, 28 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov

20:00 - 08:20MAA Chennai-IXL Leh

12h 20m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

13:05 - 23:05IXL Leh-MAA Chennai

10h 00m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 30,956Multiple Airlines

Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov

22:15 - 08:20MAA Chennai-IXL Leh

10h 05m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

13:45 - 23:05IXL Leh-MAA Chennai

9h 20m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 31,533Multiple Airlines

Thu, 15 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct

06:55 - 11:25MAA Chennai-IXL Leh

28h 30m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Jammu Satwari

08:50 - 20:55IXL Leh-MAA Chennai

12h 05m2 stops Chandigarh New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 32,109Air India

Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov

22:15 - 11:35MAA Chennai-IXL Leh

13h 20m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Jammu Satwari

13:05 - 20:50IXL Leh-MAA Chennai

7h 45m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 32,302Multiple Airlines

Wed, 28 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov

20:00 - 11:25MAA Chennai-IXL Leh

15h 25m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Srinagar

13:45 - 20:50IXL Leh-MAA Chennai

7h 05m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 32,398Multiple Airlines

Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov

09:50 - 09:15MAA Chennai-IXL Leh

23h 25m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

13:45 - 01:50IXL Leh-MAA Chennai

12h 05m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 32,590Multiple Airlines

Fri, 16 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct

21:40 - 06:15MAA Chennai-IXL Leh

8h 35m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

08:50 - 18:40IXL Leh-MAA Chennai

9h 50m2 stops Chandigarh New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 33,551Air India

Thu, 15 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct

02:45 - 11:00MAA Chennai-IXL Leh

8h 15m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

06:55 - 12:45IXL Leh-MAA Chennai

5h 50m1 stop New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

₹ 36,436Multiple Airlines

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How much is a return flight from Chennai to Leh? 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 Leh departing in October.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chennai to Leh?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chennai to Leh. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 20% higher.

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Low season	February
High season	September
Cheapest flight	₹ 13,459

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Chennai to Leh?
Only Economy class is available on flights from Chennai to Leh.
How long is a flight from Chennai to Leh?
A direct flight from Chennai to Leh takes 00m, covering 3,807 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Chennai to Leh?
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 Leh flight?
Return flights from Chennai to Leh range from ₹ 26,531 to ₹ 37,292, with an average of ₹ 30,402 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 26,531 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Chennai to Leh changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return prices on this route varied from about ₹ 27,303 to ₹ 40,666. That means the highest observed fare was about 48% higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Chennai to Leh looking right now?
One-way fares from Chennai to Leh are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 14,882, which is 20% above the typical average for this route.
Which airports can I use when flying from Chennai to Leh?
Flights from Chennai to Leh usually depart from Chennai (MAA) and arrive at Leh (IXL).
Which airports do connecting flights from Chennai to Leh pass through?
Most connecting flights from Chennai to Leh pass through New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chennai to Leh?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from Chennai to Leh. Monday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 28,745 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at ₹ 36,628, a difference of ₹ 7,883.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average ₹ 28,745, about ₹ 7,883 less than Sunday fares (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chennai to Leh trip for January. Fares historically average ₹ 17,977 return in that month – typically ₹ 22,880 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
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