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Flights from Singapore to Chennai, India
More Information about Chennai
Destination Overview
Chennai, formerly known as Madras, is the capital of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. It is one of the biggest cultural, economic, and educational centers in South India. Chennai is one of the most visited cities in India and also had a proud reputation as the country’s safest city. Among the stunning attractions of Chennai, there is the Marina Beach, Thalankuppam Pier, water sports center in Muttukadu and the Kapaleeshwarar Temple. Located next to the Bay of Bengal, the city receives cool breezes to moderate its hot climate, making it one of the more temperate areas in India.
Flying to Chennai
1. Which airports serve Singapore to Chennai?
Changi International Airport is one of the most popular airports serving flights to Chennai from Singapore and is located at the eastern end of Singapore. It is the major civilian airport in Singapore and is one of the busiest airports for international passengers and cargo transport. When arriving in Chennai, you will land in the area’s biggest airport, the Chennai International Airport which serves the city, surrounding metropolitan area and the entire district of Tamil Nadu.
2. Which airlines operate flights from Singapore to Chennai?
IndiGo Air provides the majority of flights from Singapore to Chennai, with daily departures and no connections required. Air India, India Express, SilkAir, Scoot, and Singapore also offer similar flights. Other airlines, including AirAsia, British Airways, Cathay, Emirates, Etihad, Jet Airways, Lufthansa, Malaysia, Malindo, Qatar, Srilankan, Thai, and Thai AirAsia, provide daily departures but require a connection.
3. How long is the flight?
If you book a direct flight from Singapore to Chennai you can expect it to take approximately 3 hours and 55 minutes. With layovers, flights will typically take 7 hours or longer. Chennai is 2 hours and 30 minutes behind Singapore.
4. Climate changes between Singapore to Chennai
Chennai and Singapore both have fairly constant warm temperatures. Chennai has abundant rainfall, especially in October and November, while Singapore experiences heavy rainfall from November through January.
5. Culture differences and need-to-know
Chennai’s currency is the Indian Rupee and it can be acquired at most Chennai banks, international airports, hotels and money exchange booths.
The language spoken in Chennai is Tamil, which freely uses English words, but you do not need to be too worried about getting around as the locals can also speak or understand English very well, so you will never be stranded.
City Information
Full of beautiful landmarks and stunning scenes, Chennai, formerly known as Madras, is the capital of the Indian state of Tamil Nadu. As one of the most visited and safest cities in India, Chennai is truly a wonder to explore. Many of Chennai’s top attractions are water-related, including Marina Beach, Thalankuppam Pier, and the water sports in Muttukadu.
As one of the oldest temples in Chennai, Kapaleeshwarar Temple is a must-visit for history buffs, while the Valluvar Kottam monument is also worth a visit. Get up close with history by taking the heritage tour of Royapuram Fishing Harbour and exploring Alamparai Fort.
If your planned trip time is flexible, be sure to plan your stay in January for the festival of Pongal or Chennai’s new year celebration in April. No matter your reason for visiting Chennai, be sure to make the most of your stay by taking in all that Chennai has to offer.
Singapore to Chennai Last modified: Mar 26, 2024 18:39 -04:00
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How far in advance should I book tickets from Singapore to Chennai?
The chart below shows up-to-date information regarding how far in advance to book your flight from Singapore to Chennai.
Advanced Purchase | Non Stop | Connecting |
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< 7 days | $319 | $269 |
7-14 days | $326 | $269 |
14-21 days | $326 | $269 |
21-30 days | $326 | $269 |
30-60 days | $322 | $269 |
60-90 days | $324 | $269 |
90+ days | $379 | $276 |
Cheap Last Minute Flights from Singapore to Chennai
Looking for cheap last minute flights or a weekend getaway? We've got you covered with weekend flight deals from Singapore to Chennai. The chart below shows the best last minute deals and cheap flights this weekend we could find.
Next 30 Days
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21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 | 26 | 27 |
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28 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 1 | 2 | 3 |
$275 | $269 | |||||
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$352 |
Connecting Flights vs Direct Flights from Singapore to Chennai
Flights between some cities may be significantly cheaper if you choose a multi-stop airline ticket. Although these connecting flights sacrifice some convenience, on average, travelers save 20%-60% when they choose to fly multi-stop versus a direct flight.
The average price for connecting flights from Singapore to Chennai is not available.
The average price for direct flights from Singapore to Chennai is not available.
The chart below shows up to date information regarding non-stop flights from Singapore to Chennai.
Carrier | Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | Earliest Flight | Latest Flight |
IndiGo | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 00:50 | 08:35 |
Air India | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 04:00 | 04:00 |
India Express | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 19:10 | 19:10 |
SilkAir | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 02:00 | 02:00 |
One Way Flights vs Round Trip Flights from Singapore to Chennai
We have found that there is often no price difference between buying a round trip flight versus a one way flight. Increased flexibility is the main benefit when it comes to buying a one way flight from Singapore to Chennai. However, booking a round trip flight can be a simpler process. You can compare round trip and one way flights by using our flight comparison. Find Flights
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