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

Flights from Santiago to Chennai usually depart from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).

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

On the Santiago to Chennai route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 33%. Sunday is the cheapest day at ₹ 148,539 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at ₹ 219,641 – a ₹ 71,103 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

How long is a flight from Santiago to Chennai?

A direct flight from Santiago to Chennai takes 0h 00m, covering 26,217 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from Santiago 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.

Have flight prices from Santiago to Chennai 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 ₹ 153,816 to ₹ 384,108. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Santiago to Chennai are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about ₹ 111,327.

What is the time difference between Santiago and Chennai?

Chennai is 8 hours ahead of Santiago (India Time vs Chile Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

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

Return flights from Santiago to Chennai range from ₹ 145,271 to ₹ 164,477, with an average of ₹ 157,540 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 145,271 counts as a good deal.

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₹ 153,816

Typical prices: ₹ 145,271-₹ 164,477

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Thu, 3 Dec - Mon, 8 Mar

23:50 - 19:50SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-MAA Chennai

35h 30m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

16:10 - 06:55MAA Chennai-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

47h 15m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

₹ 153,816Multiple Airlines

Mon, 9 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov

23:50 - 02:30SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-MAA Chennai

42h 10m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Doha Hamad Intl

03:15 - 06:55MAA Chennai-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

36h 10m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

₹ 155,735Multiple Airlines

Sun, 17 Jan - Thu, 25 Feb

23:50 - 02:15SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-MAA Chennai

41h 55m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Doha Hamad Intl

04:05 - 10:05MAA Chennai-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

38h 30m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Barcelona-El Prat

₹ 173,391Multiple Airlines

Mon, 9 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov

12:05 - 08:15SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-MAA Chennai

35h 40m3 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Madrid Barajas Dubai Intl

03:15 - 06:55MAA Chennai-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

36h 10m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

₹ 173,583Multiple Airlines

Thu, 21 Jan - Fri, 26 Feb

07:35 - 02:15SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-MAA Chennai

34h 10m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Doha Hamad Intl

04:05 - 22:20MAA Chennai-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

50h 45m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Madrid Barajas

₹ 174,830Multiple Airlines

Fri, 22 Jan - Thu, 25 Feb

23:50 - 02:30SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-MAA Chennai

42h 10m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Doha Hamad Intl

03:15 - 06:55MAA Chennai-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

36h 10m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl New York John F Kennedy Intl

₹ 175,790Multiple Airlines

Thu, 3 Dec - Mon, 8 Mar

12:50 - 02:30SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-MAA Chennai

29h 10m2 stops Madrid Barajas Doha Hamad Intl

21:05 - 10:00MAA Chennai-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

45h 25m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Istanbul Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

₹ 179,628Multiple Airlines

Thu, 3 Dec - Mon, 8 Mar

11:30 - 02:35SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-MAA Chennai

30h 35m3 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Lisbon Humberto Delgado Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

21:05 - 10:00MAA Chennai-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

45h 25m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Istanbul Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

₹ 183,274Multiple Airlines

Fri, 4 Dec - Sun, 7 Mar

04:45 - 02:15SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-MAA Chennai

37h 00m2 stops Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl Doha Hamad Intl

04:05 - 09:20MAA Chennai-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

37h 45m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Madrid Barajas

₹ 186,825Multiple Airlines

Mon, 9 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov

12:05 - 08:15SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez-MAA Chennai

35h 40m3 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Madrid Barajas Dubai Intl

07:00 - 10:00MAA Chennai-SCL Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez

59h 30m3 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Istanbul Sao Paulo Guarulhos Intl

₹ 187,208Multiple Airlines

Useful Info

Low season	April
High season	December
Cheapest flight	₹ 80,314

Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 37% increase in price.

Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.

Flights from Santiago to Chennai

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How long is a flight from Santiago to Chennai?
A direct flight from Santiago to Chennai takes 0h 00m, covering 26,217 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from Santiago 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 Santiago to Chennai flight?
Return flights from Santiago to Chennai range from ₹ 145,271 to ₹ 164,477, with an average of ₹ 157,540 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 145,271 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from Santiago to Chennai 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 ₹ 153,816 to ₹ 384,108. That means the highest observed fare was about 2x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Santiago to Chennai looking right now?
One-way fares from Santiago to Chennai are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about ₹ 111,327.
Which airports can I use when flying from Santiago to Chennai?
Flights from Santiago to Chennai usually depart from Santiago Arturo Merino Benitez (SCL) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Santiago to Chennai?
On the Santiago to Chennai route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 33%. Sunday is the cheapest day at ₹ 148,539 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at ₹ 219,641 – a ₹ 71,103 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
What is the time difference between Santiago and Chennai?
Chennai is 8 hours ahead of Santiago (India Time vs Chile Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Sunday flights average ₹ 148,539 – about ₹ 71,103 less than Monday (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Santiago to Chennai trip for November. Fares historically average ₹ 148,443 return in that month – typically ₹ 86,168 less than the most expensive month, which is February (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
- Hotel Southern Comfort
- Ridhan Regency

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