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Cheapest return flight
₹ 23,429
Typical prices: ₹ 22,999-₹ 33,442
IndiGo, Scoot
Thu 22/2Wed 28/2
PEN - MAA • Direct
Cheapest direct flights
₹ 23,616
Typical prices: ₹ 24,744-₹ 33,003
IndiGo
Sat 24/11Thu 29/11
PEN - MAA • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with IndiGo. Average duration is 3h 35m
Direct flights
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 93% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 20 weeks in advance save around 18% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 14% price drop
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg ₹ 24,061 (return)
Shortest trip • 7h 26m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Penang to Chennai (PEN-MAA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Penang to Chennai

Mon, 22 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb
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08:00 - 09:05PEN  Penang Intl-MAA Chennai
3h 35mdirect
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23:50 - 21:20MAA  Chennai-PEN Penang Intl
19h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi
₹ 23,429Multiple Airlines
22 hours ago
Sun, 21 Feb - Sun, 28 Feb
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08:00 - 09:05PEN  Penang Intl-MAA Chennai
3h 35mdirect
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23:50 - 21:20MAA  Chennai-PEN Penang Intl
19h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi
₹ 23,429Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Tue, 24 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
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08:00 - 09:05PEN  Penang Intl-MAA Chennai
3h 35mdirect
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00:55 - 07:00MAA  Chennai-PEN Penang Intl
3h 35mdirect
₹ 23,616IndiGo
1 day ago
Tue, 24 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
IndiGo Logo
08:00 - 09:05PEN  Penang Intl-MAA Chennai
3h 35mdirect
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00:55 - 07:00MAA  Chennai-PEN Penang Intl
3h 35mdirect
₹ 23,616IndiGo
1 day ago
Tue, 6 Apr - Wed, 14 Apr
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09:00 - 09:50PEN  Penang Intl-MAA Chennai
3h 20mdirect
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23:50 - 10:05MAA  Chennai-PEN Penang Intl
7h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi
₹ 23,616Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Tue, 6 Apr - Wed, 14 Apr
Scoot Logo
22:20 - 22:50PEN  Penang Intl-MAA Chennai
27h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi
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23:50 - 10:05MAA  Chennai-PEN Penang Intl
7h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi
₹ 23,898Scoot
1 day ago
Tue, 24 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
IndiGo Logo
08:00 - 09:05PEN  Penang Intl-MAA Chennai
3h 35mdirect
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00:55 - 07:00MAA  Chennai-PEN Penang Intl
3h 35mdirect
₹ 24,085IndiGo
1 day ago
Thu, 1 Apr - Wed, 7 Apr
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12:55 - 23:05PEN  Penang Intl-MAA Chennai
12h 40m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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23:50 - 16:20MAA  Chennai-PEN Penang Intl
14h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi
₹ 24,179Multiple Airlines
1 day ago
Thu, 1 Apr - Fri, 23 Apr
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07:05 - 23:05PEN  Penang Intl-MAA Chennai
18h 30m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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23:50 - 21:20MAA  Chennai-PEN Penang Intl
19h 00m1 stop Singapore Changi
₹ 24,272Multiple Airlines
7 hours ago
Mon, 1 Mar - Sun, 7 Mar
Scoot Logo
17:25 - 22:50PEN  Penang Intl-MAA Chennai
7h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi
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23:50 - 09:35MAA  Chennai-PEN Penang Intl
7h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi
₹ 24,460Scoot
2 days ago
Booking Insights

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

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Penang to Chennai. It's 5% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 3% higher.

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

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Penang to Chennai at ₹ 23,335 return.
•December (₹ 35,518) and September (₹ 29,989) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 52% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Penang to Chennai the cheapest?

Flights from Penang to Chennai are cheapest 20 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 18% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Penang to Chennai flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

₹ 10,684
Beat the crowds with an average 24% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 23% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Penang to Chennai

When to book flights from Penang to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Penang to Chennai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Penang to Chennai flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Penang to Chennai?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Penang to Chennai:

    • Earliest: departs at 08:00 and lands at 11:35
    • Latest: departs at 08:00 and lands at 11:35.

    The flight takes about 3h 35m.

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Penang to Chennai?

    A direct flight from Penang to Chennai takes 3h 35m, covering 3,805 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Penang 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 Penang to Chennai flight?

    Return flights from Penang to Chennai range from ₹ 22,999 to ₹ 33,442, with an average of ₹ 27,133 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 22,999 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Penang to Chennai flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 12% above the ₹ 27,133 route average. Book 20 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Penang to Chennai?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average ₹ 24,061 return via Singapore Changi (SIN), compared with ₹ 27,534 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Penang to Chennai?

    IndiGo is the only airline operating Penang to Chennai flights. 93% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Penang to Chennai?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge ₹ 3,009–₹ 7,849 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Penang to Chennai?

    The Airbus A320neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by IndiGo and AirAsia. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Penang to Chennai spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Penang to Chennai flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 0%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Penang to Chennai looking right now?

    One-way fares from Penang to Chennai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 12,558, which is 12% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Penang to Chennai?

    Flights from Penang to Chennai usually depart from Penang Intl (PEN) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Penang to Chennai?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Penang to Chennai?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Penang to Chennai route, 7% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 18m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Penang to Chennai pass through?

    Connecting flights from Penang to Chennai most commonly pass through:

    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 68% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 32% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 8% on flights from Penang to Chennai. Monday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 26,053 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at ₹ 28,021, a difference of ₹ 1,968.

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

  • Which airlines fly from Penang to Chennai?

    Only IndiGo operates flights between Penang and Chennai.

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

    Flying via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 7h 26m, compared to 10h 35m via Singapore Changi (SIN).

  • What is the time difference between Penang and Chennai?

    Chennai is 2 hours behind Penang (India Time vs Malaysia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Penang to Chennai flights?

    Among airlines operating Penang to Chennai flights:

    • IndiGo: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Penang to Chennai flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • IndiGo: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Penang to Chennai flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Monday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average ₹ 26,053, which is about ₹ 1,968 less than Sunday fares (7% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 20 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 18% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Penang to Chennai trip for April. Fares historically average ₹ 23,335 return in that month – typically ₹ 12,183 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages ₹ 24,061 return on this route – about ₹ 3,473 less than direct flights (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
    • Ridhan Regency
    • Hotel Mount Manor

Prefer to fly direct from Penang Intl to Chennai?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Penang Intl Airport to Chennai Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Penang Intl to Chennai

Monday

IndiGo

IndiGo

Tuesday

IndiGo

IndiGo

Wednesday

IndiGo

IndiGo

Thursday

IndiGo

IndiGo

Friday

IndiGo

IndiGo

Saturday

IndiGo

IndiGo

Sunday

IndiGo

IndiGo

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Direct returns

Chennai to Penang Intl

Monday

IndiGo

IndiGo

Tuesday

IndiGo

IndiGo

Wednesday

IndiGo

IndiGo

Thursday

IndiGo

IndiGo

Friday

IndiGo

IndiGo

Saturday

IndiGo

IndiGo

Sunday

IndiGo

IndiGo

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