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Find the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Salem

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

Direct flights from Chennai to Salem

Chennai to Salem: Alternative routes

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

Chennai to Salem: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$93
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time1 hr, 10 mins
Most popular airlineIndiGo
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Chennai to Salem: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chennai to Salem is $93. 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.
1 hour and 10 minutes is the average flight time from Chennai to Salem.
IndiGo flies direct from Chennai to Salem.
As of February 2026, there are 8 flights per week flying from Chennai to Salem.
The cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Salem is usually June.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chennai Airport to Salem Airport on Wednesday, 24 June 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 10 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 Salem 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 Salem is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, IndiGo offers the cheapest flight tickets to Salem.

Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Salem Airport (SXV): what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Chennai Airport to Salem Airport is 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Flights from MAA to SXV start from 10:35 — the earliest with IndiGo. The latest departure is at 15:35 with IndiGo. In total, you can take your pick of 82 weekly Chennai Airport to Salem Airport flights.

  • To ensure you catch your MAA to SXV flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

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

  • The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is IndiGo.

  • IndiGo ranks as the leading on-time carrier for MAA to SXV flights, with 91.53% of its services arriving as scheduled.

  • Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Chennai Airport to Salem Airport. Many travellers pass through Kempegowda International Airport when flying between MAA and SXV.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Salem Airport (SXV)

  • Currently, $41 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chennai Airport to Salem Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $93. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book six months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MAA to SXV.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Salem Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.

  • There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from MAA to SXV.

  • Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chennai Airport to Salem Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Chennai Airport, 76.04% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • Chennai Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Chennai Airport to Salem Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to MAA:

Arriving at Salem Airport (SXV)

  • Step off your Chennai Airport to Salem Airport flight and be relaxing in your hotel bed shortly after. If you're searching for a convenient option a short journey from SXV, consider SD Residency.

Getting from Salem Airport (SXV) to central Salem

  • From Salem Airport, Salem is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.

When to fly to Salem Airport (SXV)

  • April is the busiest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Salem Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Salem in April.

  • When booking your flight from Chennai Airport to Salem Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Salem, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 39ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between 16ºC and 31ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MAA to SXV around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of India

  • Salem is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of India you'll want to see. About 161 kilometres north of Salem, a trip to Bengaluru will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.

  • If you're interested in discovering another major stop in India, consider Chennai, about 274 kilometres north-east of Salem. Marina Beach, Fort St. George and Government Museum are the start of reasons to visit.

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