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Flights from Nairobi to Chennai

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Distance: 5,053 km
Nairobi airports
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)How far from city centre: 16 km
Chennai airports
Chennai International Airport (MAA)How far from city centre: 16 km

Book your flight from Nairobi to Chennai

Find direct and indirect flights from Nairobi to Chennai (India) with eDreams. Once you have your results, sort them by schedule or price and book the option that best suits your plans.

Airports and airlines connecting Nairobi and Chennai

Knowing where you set off from and where you arrive helps you organise your journey better. Consider the available airports and compare the different airlines operating on this route.

  • Departure airport: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO)
  • Arrival airport: Chennai International Airport (MAA)

Weather in Chennai

The best time to visit may depend on your preferred climate. In Chennai, the average temperature floats around 37ºC in the warmest months and 21ºC in the coldest ones. Keep this in mind when packing and planning any outdoor activities.

  • Highs: up to 37ºC
  • Lows: down to 20ºC
  • Hottest month: May
  • Coldest month: January
  • Driest month: February
  • Wettest month: November

How to save when flying from Nairobi to Chennai

A few tips for finding cheaper flights from Nairobi to Chennai:

  • Flexible dates: compare fares for two or three different departure days. Leaving a day earlier or later can make a noticeable difference to the price.
  • Baggage allowance: check what each fare includes before you book, so you aren't caught out by extra charges at the airport.
  • Airports on your route: confirm which airports you depart from and land at, especially if the city has more than one. This will help you plan your transfer and work out the total cost of getting around.

Looking for a bigger saving? Book a Flight + Hotel package to combine both in one booking and unlock exclusive discounts on your stay in Chennai. You can also save on a hire car by including it with your booking.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Nairobi to Chennai

On average, what is the price of a Nairobi to Chennai flight?
When flying from Nairobi to Chennai the average price will be €324. However, this price is dependant on several other factors like seasonality or the time in advance taken when booking the route.
For flights from Nairobi to Chennai, how can I find the cheapest price?
On eDreams we use machine learning to find the most economical flight between Nairobi and Chennai. By taking into account the combinations of airlines, stopovers, direct flights as well as the various criteria for the journeys, our search engine allows us to offer our customers the best price under the best conditions.
When booking, when is the best time to do so in order to get the best prices for Nairobi to Chennai flights?
The most popular month for flights from Nairobi to Chennai are: July, December and January.
When is the best time to travel from Nairobi to Chennai?
A good period of the year to visit Chennai from Nairobi really depends on lots of personal preferences, price being one of the main criteria When it comes to popularity, June is the best month to fly to Chennai from Nairobi, basedd on searches from our customers, followed by December and November. If you prefer to avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds April, March and July are the months with fewer searches for the route Nairobi -  Chennai.
What is the duration of a flight from Nairobi to Chennai?
Flight time, on average, from Nairobi to Chennai is usually 8 h and 20 m on average, at an average distance of 5,053.05 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
What is the weather like in Chennai compared to Nairobi?
The average temperature in Nairobi is 19º degrees in summer. Chennai reaches 32º during the hot season. In winter, however, temperatures are around 25º degrees in Chennai, compared to the 16º average degrees in Nairobi.

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