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Cheap flights from Penang to Chennai from RM 416

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 27/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PEN — MAA
17 Oct — 24 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Penang Intl to Chennai are usually found in April or February, booked 2 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Penang to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Penang (PEN) to Chennai (MAA). 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 17 September 2025.

Round-trip from

RM 803

One-way from

RM 416

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

April

Average price

RM 1,181

Good round-trip deal

RM 920 or less

Good one-way deal

RM 496 or less
IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 23/10-27/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 05m total
  • Penang to Chennai
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AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 27/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 6h 35m total
  • Penang to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (RM 332 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (RM 84 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Penang Intl to Chennai.
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Cheapest flights from Penang to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Penang to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 September 2025.

Thu 23/1001:05PEN - MAA
1 stop24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/1001:55MAA - PEN
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9RM 803
Fri 31/1016:55PEN - MAA
2 stops17h 00mAirAsia
Fri 7/1108:05MAA - PEN
1 stop6h 20mAirAsia
Deal found 16/9RM 815
Mon 13/1009:30PEN - MAA
Nonstop3h 30mIndiGo
Sun 19/1002:15MAA - PEN
Nonstop3h 45mIndiGo
Deal found 15/9RM 824
Mon 20/1005:50PEN - MAA
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/1008:15MAA - PEN
1 stop6h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9RM 832
Mon 22/909:30PEN - MAA
Nonstop3h 30mIndiGo
Fri 26/902:15MAA - PEN
Nonstop3h 45mIndiGo
Deal found 13/9RM 836
Sat 18/1021:20PEN - MAA
1 stop15h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/1008:05MAA - PEN
1 stop6h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9RM 841
Tue 30/909:30PEN - MAA
Nonstop3h 30mIndiGo
Thu 2/1002:15MAA - PEN
Nonstop3h 45mIndiGo
Deal found 16/9RM 853
Mon 13/1017:30PEN - MAA
1 stop8h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/1000:05MAA - PEN
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9RM 862
Fri 31/1017:25PEN - MAA
1 stop7h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1101:55MAA - PEN
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9RM 870

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Penang to Chennai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 407,431 searches. Data last updated 17 September 2025.
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Fly from

Penang

Fly to

Chennai

Route

Departure

Return

Price

PenangChennai

PEN - MAA

PENMAA

Penang Intl

Sun 2/11

09:00-10:00

Nonstop3h 30m

Chennai

Sat 8/11

08:05-16:55

1 stop6h 20m

RM 878

PenangChennai

PEN - MAA

PENMAA

Penang Intl

Mon 8/12

09:00-10:00

Nonstop3h 30m

Chennai

Tue 16/12

23:45-09:20

1 stop7h 05m

RM 883

PenangChennai

PEN - MAA

PENMAA

Penang Intl

Mon 27/10

15:55-22:55

1 stop9h 30m

Chennai

Mon 10/11

23:45-09:20

1 stop7h 05m

RM 887

PenangChennai

PEN - MAA

PENMAA

Penang Intl

Sat 22/11

15:35-22:55

1 stop9h 50m

Chennai

Sun 30/11

08:05-16:55

1 stop6h 20m

RM 887

PenangChennai

PEN - MAA

PENMAA

Penang Intl

Sun 2/11

09:00-10:00

Nonstop3h 30m

Chennai

Fri 7/11

01:55-08:00

Nonstop3h 35m

RM 983

PenangChennai

PEN - MAA

PENMAA

Penang Intl

Fri 31/10

09:00-10:00

Nonstop3h 30m

Chennai

Thu 6/11

01:55-08:00

Nonstop3h 35m

RM 992

PenangChennai

PEN - MAA

PENMAA

Penang Intl

Fri 13/3

20:35-10:45

1 stop16h 40m

Chennai

Sun 15/3

00:20-10:05

1 stop7h 15m

RM 1,047

PenangChennai

PEN - MAA

PENMAA

Penang Intl

Mon 8/12

09:00-10:00

Nonstop3h 30m

Chennai

Mon 15/12

01:55-08:00

Nonstop3h 35m

RM 1,059

PenangChennai

PEN - MAA

PENMAA

Penang Intl

Sat 27/9

19:00-23:05

1 stop6h 35m

RM 416

PenangChennai

PEN - MAA

PENMAA

Penang Intl

Sun 8/2

15:30-22:50

2 stops9h 50m

RM 437

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Best time to book a flight from Penang to Chennai

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Penang to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

Booking 2 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Penang to Chennai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Penang to Chennai (average of RM 176). Flying from Penang to Chennai in May is currently the most expensive (average of RM 240). 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 PEN to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Penang to Chennai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 September 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Penang to Chennai is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 13% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Penang to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Penang to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 14 September 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Penang to Chennai flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chennai. 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 Chennai. Reviews last updated 17 September 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Malaysia Airlines, IndiGo, andAirAsia from Penang to Chennai. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
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Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
IndiGo
6.9
Okay
484 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
216 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
308 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
278 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.3

Boarding

7.6

Entertainment

6.7

Food

7.0

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Penang to Chennai?

    Booking a flight from Penang Intl (PEN) to Chennai (MAA) is your only option if you wish to fly from Penang to Chennai. On a typical day, there is 1 flight from Penang Intl to Chennai, all of which are around 3h 30m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 4 airlines when you book a flight from Penang Intl to Chennai.

  • How popular is this Penang to Chennai flight route?

    Flights from Penang Intl to Chennai have been viewed 4,423 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Penang to Chennai?

    Departing from Penang to Chennai will take you 9h 30m. The distance between Penang and Chennai is about 2364 km.

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

    Currently priced at RM 682, AirAsia will fly you from Penang to Chennai and back. In addition to AirAsia, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Scoot and IndiGo - these airlines can fly you to your destination from RM 683 and RM 738, respectively. AirAsia is currently priced 29% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Penang to Chennai?

    While on average a flight from Penang to Chennai is generally RM 836, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is RM 418. When looking at the most popular route, (Penang Intl - Chennai), you can expect to pay RM 689 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Penang to Chennai?

    Of the flights from Penang to Chennai that have stopovers, most of them stop in Kuala Lumpur.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Kuala Lumpur?

    Berjaya Times Square, Aquaria KLCC, and Sunway Lagoon Theme Park are the most popular attractions in Kuala Lumpur if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Berjaya Times Square, Aquaria KLCC, and Sunway Lagoon Theme Park can be visited by traveling about 44.9 km, 46.1 km, and 38.5 km respectively from Kuala Lumpur Intl. Travellers can book a car rental at Kuala Lumpur Intl for about RM 146 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Penang to Chennai flights?

    The least popular stopover on flights from Penang to Chennai is Singapore.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Penang to Chennai 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 Penang to Chennai?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Penang to Chennai (average of RM 176). Flying from Penang to Chennai in May is currently the most expensive (average of RM 240). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsiaCheapestRM 682AverageRM 946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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ScootCheapestRM 683AverageRM 813FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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IndiGoCheapestRM 738AverageRM 944FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 925AverageRM 1,322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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