Cheap Flights from Chennai to Santorini (Thira)

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

Chennai to Santorini (Thira): Alternative routes

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

Chennai to Santorini (Thira): Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,292
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Chennai to Santorini (Thira): Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chennai to Santorini (Thira) is $1,292. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Chennai to Santorini (Thira). But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,292.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Chennai to Santorini (Thira).
The cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Santorini (Thira) is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chennai Airport to Santorini (Thira) Airport on Friday, 15 May 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Chennai Airport and Santorini (Thira) Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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 Santorini (Thira) 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 Santorini (Thira) is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Gulf Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Santorini (Thira).

Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Santorini International Airport (JTR): what you need to know

  • Santorini (Thira)'s timezone is UTC+2, which makes Santorini (Thira) three hours 30 minutes behind Chennai.

  • Your MAA to JTR flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Opt for a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Santorini International Airport. Abu Dhabi International Airport is a popular stopover on the MAA to JTR route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Santorini International Airport (JTR)

  • $822 is currently the best price for a one-way Chennai Airport to Santorini International Airport flight. Return flights start from $1,292. These prices may change based on availability and demand.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from MAA to JTR, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.

  • If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from Chennai Airport to Santorini International Airport.

  • You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MAA to JTR.

  • Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Chennai Airport to Santorini International Airport.

Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Chennai Airport, 76.04% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • Central Chennai to Chennai Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.

  • You can expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes when using public transport.

  • Taking an early flight from Chennai Airport to Santorini International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near MAA:

Arriving at Santorini International Airport (JTR)

  • The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Chennai Airport to Santorini International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near JTR instead:

  • Pick up a Santorini International Airport rental car and discover Santorini (Thira) and beyond with your own wheels. Goldcar, CarQ and Centauro are popular outlets you can book with here.

  • Booking your ride from Santorini International Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

Getting from Santorini International Airport (JTR) to central Santorini (Thira)

  • Santorini International Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Santorini (Thira). The drive time takes around 10 minutes.

When to fly to Santorini International Airport (JTR)

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Santorini International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Santorini (Thira) in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Chennai Airport to Santorini International Airport for August if you want to explore Santorini (Thira) during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 27ºC.

  • January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC and 16ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MAA to JTR sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Greece

  • Athens is just one of the many cities in Greece waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Santorini (Thira). Around 225 kilometres away to the north-west, its top attractions include Museum of the Centre for the Acropolis Studies, Acropolis of Athens and The Parthenon.

  • If there's time to check out another major stop in Greece, head for Larisa, roughly 451 kilometres north-west of Santorini (Thira). Agioi Saranta, Saint George Orthodox Church and Second Ancient Theatre are among its highlights.

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