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Cheap flights from Chennai to Istanbul from ₹ 13,856

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 20/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — IST
8 Apr — 15 Apr1
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Cheap flight deals from Chennai to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chennai (MAA) to Istanbul (TR5). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 3 April 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 28,995

One-way from

₹ 20,014

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

₹ 48,154
23/4-29/4
  • 23/4-29/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 25m total
  • Chennai to Istanbul
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  • IndiGo
  • 22/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 55m total
  • Chennai to Istanbul
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (₹ 488,260 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (₹ 141,333 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Chennai to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 April 2025.

Wed 23/418:55MAA - SAW
1 stop14h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 29/422:25SAW - MAA
1 stop30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4₹ 28,995
Wed 23/422:20MAA - IST
1 stop17h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 29/414:10IST - MAA
1 stop14h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4₹ 39,943
Wed 1/1016:40MAA - IST
1 stop21h 25mIndiGo
Tue 7/1020:15IST - MAA
1 stop11h 25mIndiGo
Deal found 2/4₹ 43,792
Fri 9/504:05MAA - IST
1 stop15h 35mAir Arabia
Tue 20/514:10IST - MAA
1 stop10h 45mAir Arabia
Deal found 2/4₹ 51,490
Wed 1/1004:05MAA - SAW
1 stop21h 55mAir Arabia
Mon 6/1000:20SAW - MAA
1 stop24h 35mAir Arabia
Deal found 2/4₹ 51,661
Fri 18/409:50MAA - SAW
1 stop13h 55mEmirates
Tue 22/422:25SAW - MAA
1 stop31h 10mEmirates
Deal found 2/4₹ 56,365
Wed 23/409:50MAA - IST
1 stop10h 35mEmirates
Mon 28/402:10IST - MAA
1 stop15h 50mEmirates
Deal found 2/4₹ 57,049
Tue 30/901:55MAA - IST
1 stop21h 55mLufthansa
Tue 7/1006:10IST - MAA
1 stop15h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 2/4₹ 69,195
Thu 17/403:10MAA - IST
1 stop10h 55mKuwait Airways
Tue 22/413:00IST - MAA
1 stop10h 40mKuwait Airways
Deal found 2/4₹ 69,879
Tue 30/903:55MAA - SAW
1 stop17h 20mQatar Airways
Tue 7/1013:35SAW - MAA
1 stop10h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/4₹ 70,991
Thu 8/503:55MAA - IST
1 stop10h 30mQatar Airways
Tue 20/509:50IST - MAA
1 stop14h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/4₹ 73,557
Fri 9/508:25MAA - IST
2 stops37h 20mOman Air
Tue 20/519:00IST - MAA
1 stop9h 55mOman Air
Deal found 2/4₹ 77,748

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Chennai

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Istanbul

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Depart

Return

Price

ChennaiIstanbul

MAA - SAW

MAASAW

Chennai

Wed 23/4

18:55-06:50

1 stop14h 25m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 29/4

22:25-06:55

1 stop30h 00m

₹ 28,995

ChennaiIstanbul

MAA - IST

MAAIST

Chennai

Wed 23/4

22:20-13:15

1 stop17h 25m

Istanbul

Tue 29/4

14:10-06:55

1 stop14h 15m

₹ 39,943

ChennaiIstanbul

MAA - IST

MAAIST

Chennai

Fri 18/4

16:40-11:35

1 stop21h 25m

Istanbul

Sat 26/4

20:05-10:05

1 stop11h 30m

₹ 45,331

ChennaiIstanbul

MAA - IST

MAAIST

Chennai

Fri 9/5

04:05-17:10

1 stop15h 35m

Istanbul

Tue 20/5

14:10-03:25

1 stop10h 45m

₹ 51,490

ChennaiIstanbul

MAA - SAW

MAASAW

Chennai

Fri 9/5

04:05-00:20

1 stop22h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 19/5

00:20-03:25

1 stop24h 35m

₹ 52,003

ChennaiIstanbul

MAA - SAW

MAASAW

Chennai

Fri 18/4

09:50-21:15

1 stop13h 55m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 22/4

22:25-08:05

1 stop31h 10m

₹ 56,365

ChennaiIstanbul

MAA - IST

MAAIST

Chennai

Wed 23/4

09:50-17:55

1 stop10h 35m

Istanbul

Mon 28/4

02:10-20:30

1 stop15h 50m

₹ 57,049

ChennaiIstanbul

MAA - IST

MAAIST

Chennai

Tue 30/9

01:55-21:20

1 stop21h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 7/10

06:10-00:10

1 stop15h 30m

₹ 69,195

ChennaiIstanbul

MAA - IST

MAAIST

Chennai

Thu 17/4

03:10-11:35

1 stop10h 55m

Istanbul

Tue 22/4

13:00-02:10

1 stop10h 40m

₹ 69,879

ChennaiIstanbul

MAA - SAW

MAASAW

Chennai

Tue 30/9

03:55-18:45

1 stop17h 20m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 7/10

13:35-02:50

1 stop10h 45m

₹ 70,991

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to Istanbul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chennai to Istanbul

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chennai to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chennai to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Chennai to Istanbul may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 6 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chennai to Istanbul?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Istanbul (average of ₹ 439). Flying from Chennai to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 558). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MAA to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Chennai to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 3 April 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 22% on flights from Chennai to Istanbul by exploring options for tickets at midday.

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated 3 April 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Garuda Indonesia, Emirates and KLM from Chennai to Istanbul. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Garuda Indonesia
8.2
Very Good
71 reviews
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Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sept 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.
Garuda Indonesia
8.2
Very Good
71 reviews
Garuda Indonesia
8.2
Very Good
71 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sept 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,193 reviews
Garuda Indonesia
8.2
Very Good
71 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sept 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,323 reviews
Garuda Indonesia
8.2
Very Good
71 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sept 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.
Air Arabia
7.7
Good
45 reviews
Garuda Indonesia
8.2
Very Good
71 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sept 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chennai to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Chennai to Istanbul?

    Chennai (MAA) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Chennai to Istanbul. You should not have trouble finding flights to Istanbul from Chennai; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Istanbul per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights from the Chennai airport to Istanbul. It is only a 16.5 km journey to Chennai (MAA) from Chennai’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chennai to Istanbul round-trip?

    According to our current data, IndiGo (₹ 45,331), Air Arabia (₹ 51,490), and Emirates (₹ 56,365) offers the cheapest pricing from Chennai to Istanbul. IndiGo is priced at 10% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chennai to Istanbul one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Chennai to Istanbul are IndiGo (₹ 20,014), Air Arabia (₹ 28,567), and Kuwait Airways (₹ 33,699).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chennai to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chennai to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chennai to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chennai to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chennai to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chennai to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chennai to Istanbul?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chennai to Istanbul (average of ₹ 439). Flying from Chennai to Istanbul in June is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 558). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Chennai to Istanbul

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Chennai to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 454,620 searches. Data last updated 3 April 2025.
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Air ArabiaCheapest₹ 30,076Average₹ 48,158FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 34,706Average₹ 40,951FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 36,548Average₹ 51,807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest₹ 46,361Average₹ 58,799FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Gulf AirCheapest₹ 49,062Average₹ 54,536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 56,009Average₹ 61,612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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