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Cheapest return flight
477 €
Typical prices: 607 €-832 €
Gulf Air
Sun 18.2.Tue 27.2.
MUC - MAA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
256 €
Typical prices: 332 €-549 €
Multiple Airlines
Tue 16.1.
MUC - MAA • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Munich and Chennai. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 31% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 18% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg 664 € (return)
Frankfurt am Main (FRA)
Shortest trip • 12h 49m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Munich to Chennai (MUC-MAA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Munich to Chennai

Thu, 18. Feb - Sat, 27. Feb
Gulf Air Logo
11:10 - 4:45MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-MAA Chennai
13h 05m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
21:25 - 5:45MAA  Chennai-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
12h 50m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
477 €Gulf Air
Thu, 18. Feb - Fri, 26. Feb
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11:10 - 4:45MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-MAA Chennai
13h 05m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
21:25 - 5:45MAA  Chennai-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
12h 50m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
477 €Gulf Air
Mon, 30. Nov - Mon, 7. Dec
Etihad Airways Logo
21:35 - 15:05MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-MAA Chennai
13h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
16:05 - 18:10MAA  Chennai-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
30h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
504 €Etihad Airways
Wed, 4. Nov - Wed, 18. Nov
Etihad Airways Logo
21:50 - 15:05MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-MAA Chennai
12h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
16:05 - 18:20MAA  Chennai-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
30h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
516 €Etihad Airways
Thu, 14. Jan - Mon, 1. Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:40 - 20:40MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-MAA Chennai
25h 30m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Manama Bahrain Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:35 - 5:45MAA  Chennai-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
28h 40m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
536 €Multiple Airlines
Thu, 18. Feb - Mon, 22. Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
14:40 - 20:40MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-MAA Chennai
25h 30m3 stops Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Muscat Seeb Manama Bahrain Intl
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5:35 - 5:45MAA  Chennai-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
28h 40m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
540 €Multiple Airlines
Thu, 3. Dec - Thu, 14. Jan
Emirates Logo
14:30 - 20:10MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-MAA Chennai
25h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
21:45 - 12:30MAA  Chennai-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
19h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
634 €Emirates
Mon, 9. Nov - Sat, 21. Nov
Qatar Airways Logo
8:40 - 2:30MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-MAA Chennai
13h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
4:05 - 13:25MAA  Chennai-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
13h 50m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
634 €Qatar Airways
Wed, 2. Dec - Tue, 12. Jan
Emirates Logo
21:25 - 2:20MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-MAA Chennai
24h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
21:45 - 19:30MAA  Chennai-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
26h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
644 €Emirates
Fri, 4. Dec - Sun, 27. Dec
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11:40 - 8:40MUC  Munich Franz Josef Strauss-MAA Chennai
16h 30m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
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1:45 - 16:10MAA  Chennai-MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss
18h 55m1 stop Frankfurt am Main
3.712 €Lufthansa
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Munich to Chennai flights

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

How much is a return flight from Munich to Chennai?

Return flights from Munich to Chennai typically range from 607 € to 832 €. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was 477 € on Gulf Air.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Munich to Chennai. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

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

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Munich to Chennai at 567 € return.
•December (847 €) and August (756 €) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 49% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Munich to Chennai the cheapest?

Flights from Munich to Chennai are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 31% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Munich to Chennai flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

256 €
Beat the crowds with an average 56% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 72% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Munich to Chennai

When to book flights from Munich to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Munich 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 Munich to Chennai flight questions, answered

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

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Munich to Chennai?

    A direct flight from Munich to Chennai takes 00m, covering 11.805 km.

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

    Return flights from Munich to Chennai range from 607 € to 832 €, with an average of 692 € over the past 12 months. Anything below 607 € counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 17% above the 692 € route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    One-way fares from Munich to Chennai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 333 €, which is 14% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flights from Munich to Chennai usually depart from Munich Franz Josef Strauss (MUC) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).

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

    One-stop flights from Munich to Chennai most commonly connect through:

    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 42% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 28% of one-stop connections
    • Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 7% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from Munich to Chennai. Monday is the cheapest departure day at 658 € return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at 741 €, a difference of 83 €.

    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 Munich to Chennai?

    Flying via Frankfurt am Main (FRA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 12h 49m, compared to 13h 06m via Kuwait City (KWI) and 13h 23m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

  • What is the time difference between Munich and Chennai?

    Chennai is 3 hours ahead of Munich (India Time vs Central European Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Munich 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 Wednesday. On this route, Monday flights average 658 €, about 83 € less than Wednesday fares (11% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 31% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Munich to Chennai trip for September. Fares historically average 567 € return in that month – typically 280 € less than the most expensive month, which is December (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 Mount Manor
    • NK Grand Park Hotel

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