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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Ranchi Airport to Chennai Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $216. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Ranchi to Chennai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Ranchi to Chennai flights are currently cheapest in September.

Direct flights from Ranchi to Chennai

Ranchi to Chennai: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Ranchi to Chennai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Chennai.

Ranchi to Chennai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$215
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time2 hrs, 19 mins
Most popular airlineIndiGo
Average flights per week7

Finding cheap flights from Ranchi to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Ranchi to Chennai is $215. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 19 minutes is the average flight time from Ranchi to Chennai.
IndiGo flies direct from Ranchi to Chennai.
As of July 2026, there are 7 flights per week flying from Ranchi to Chennai.
The cheapest month to fly from Ranchi to Chennai is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Ranchi Airport to Chennai Airport on Tuesday, 1 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 19 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chennai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chennai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, IndiGo offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chennai.

Travelling from Ranchi Airport (IXR) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Ranchi Airport to Chennai Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 15 minutes.

  • Ranchi and Chennai share the same timezone, UTC+5:30.

  • Flights from IXR to MAA start from 19:05 — the first with IndiGo. The last service of the day is at 19:10 with IndiGo. In total, there are seven weekly Ranchi Airport to Chennai Airport flights.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to catch your IXR to MAA flight.

  • During popular months such as January, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.

  • IndiGo has direct flights from Ranchi Airport to Chennai Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to check out the sights in Chennai — and maybe even more of India if time allows.

  • Most passengers choose to fly with IndiGo on this route.

  • Among carriers operating IXR to MAA flights, IndiGo has the highest percentage of on-time landings.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Ranchi Airport to Chennai Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between IXR and MAA:

    • Bengaluru Airport

    • Hyderabad Airport

    • Kolkata Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Ranchi Airport (IXR) to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • $112 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Ranchi Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Return flights start from $215. These fares can change based on demand.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from IXR to MAA if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Ranchi Airport to Chennai Airport. If you're looking to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.

  • Picking up cheap flights from IXR to MAA couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Ranchi Airport to Chennai Airport.

Handy information about Ranchi Airport (IXR)

  • When it comes to Ranchi Airport's on-time performance, data shows 53% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • Ranchi Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Ranchi. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes on public transport.

  • Need a handy hotel near IXR? If you're boarding an early flight from Ranchi Airport to Chennai Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)

Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai

  • From Chennai Airport, Chennai is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • It takes around 1 hour if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Ranchi Airport to Chennai Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Chennai. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in September.

  • The warmest month in Chennai is May, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from Ranchi Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IXR to MAA in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC and 28ºC then.

Explore more of India

  • You've seen Chennai, now it's time to explore more of India. Journey about 290 kilometres west to Bengaluru to tick off its must-visit sights. From Meenakshi Temple to Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple, your itinerary will be busy.

  • If there's time to check out another corner of India, head for Coimbatore, roughly 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Siruvani Falls and Dam and Sri Ranganathar Temple are the start of reasons to visit.

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