Find the cheapest Bangalore to Chennai flights — live fares on IndiGo, Air India & Akasa. Daily BLR-MAA schedule, discounted deals for 2026.
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Quick answer: Bangalore to Chennai non-stop flights take about ≈ 1h–1h 10m non-stop, operated by IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express, Akasa Air, ≈ 25–30 non-stop departures a day, spread morning to late evening. This is a domestic route within India, so no visa is required. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest BLR–MAA fare across every airline, OTA and travel agent in one place.
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| Airline | Cabin bag | Checked (economy) | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|
| IndiGo | 7 kg | 15 kg | Largest network; strong on-time record |
| Air India Express | 7 kg | 15 kg | Low-cost, Air India group |
| Air India | 7 kg | 15-25 kg | Full-service; meals included |
| Akasa Air | 7 kg | 15 kg | Newer fleet; value fares |
Standard domestic economy allowance; premium fares and elite tiers may include more. Confirm against your fare — each airline's baggage page is linked above.
Bangalore to Chennai is one of South India's busiest short hops, with non-stop flights from IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express and Akasa Air. IndiGo runs the densest schedule, so on most days you will have a departure within an hour of whenever you want to leave.
This is a route where the flying time barely exceeds the time you spend at the airport, so the choice usually comes down to schedule fit and bag policy rather than airline. Note that Go First and Jet Airways are no longer operating, and Vistara has merged into Air India — you may still see old references to them online.
The two cities sit about 290 km apart, so almost every flight is non-stop with a scheduled block time of roughly 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes. Actual wheels-up to wheels-down is often nearer 50 minutes; the rest is taxi and air-traffic queueing at two busy airports.
Both cities are on Indian Standard Time, so there is no time change to plan around. Connecting (1-stop) fares occasionally appear cheaper, but on a hop this short the extra hours rarely justify the saving — go non-stop unless the price gap is large.
Because frequency is so high, fares stay relatively flat outside peak dates. The clearest spikes are around Pongal/Sankranti (mid-January), Diwali, and long weekends, when both business and family demand land at once.
| Period | Demand | Booking advice |
|---|---|---|
| Jan (Pongal week) | High | Book 3–4 weeks out |
| Apr–Jun (summer holidays) | Moderate–High | Book 2–3 weeks out |
| Jul–Sep (monsoon) | Lower | Best value; book 1–2 weeks out |
| Oct–Nov (Diwali) | High | Book 3–4 weeks out |
We don't quote a specific rupee figure here because fares move daily — use FlightGPT to see live prices.
A few honest levers on this route:
The schedule runs from early morning (around 6am) to late night (past 10pm). Early-morning and late-evening departures suit a same-day return for a meeting in Chennai. The mid-day lull (roughly 12pm–3pm) tends to carry the lowest fares because demand is thinner. Allow buffer for road traffic to Kempegowda airport, which sits well north of the city.
Business: Pick an early non-stop and a late return for a one-day trip; both airports clear domestic security quickly outside peak. Families: Mid-morning departures are calmer with children, and the short flight means minimal fuss. Students & budget travellers: The overnight bus or Vande Bharat train is much cheaper if you have time; fly only when a mid-week fare drops or your schedule is tight.
At Bengaluru (BLR), IndiGo, Akasa Air and SpiceJet domestic flights use Terminal 1; Air India operates from Terminal 2. The two terminals are about 5 km apart with a free shuttle — always check which one your boarding pass shows.
At Chennai (MAA), domestic flights use Terminal 1 (the Kamaraj domestic terminal). Chennai's wider expansion is ongoing, but for this route plan for T1 on arrival.
Bengaluru: Kempegowda airport is roughly 35–40 km north of the city; allow 60–90 minutes by cab and longer in evening traffic. The BMTC Vayu Vajra buses and airport taxis are the main options. Chennai: The airport is about 12–16 km from the centre; the Chennai Metro connects to the airport station and is the most reliable way to dodge city traffic, with prepaid taxis and autos also available.
Most domestic economy fares include 15 kg checked plus 7 kg cabin, but the cheapest bundles can be cabin-only — confirm before you pay. Excess at the airport is far dearer than pre-buying online. See IndiGo baggage for the exact current rules. Akasa and Air India publish similar allowances on their own pages.
Chennai is hot and humid most of the year, with the heaviest rain in the north-east monsoon (Oct–Dec), when occasional cyclonic weather can cause delays. Bengaluru is milder. There is no fog issue on this southern route, so winter delays are rare. Carry light cottons for Chennai and a light layer for early-morning Bengaluru departures.
On a route this frequent, the cheapest seat is often two or three slots away from the one you first see. Use FlightGPT to scan every IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express and Akasa departure side by side, then book the off-peak mid-day slot if your schedule allows — it is usually the best value of the day.
Non-stop flights take roughly 1 hour to 1 hour 10 minutes block time, though actual airborne time is often under an hour. The two cities are only about 290 km apart.
IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express and Akasa Air all operate non-stop. IndiGo has the most frequent schedule.
Roughly 25–30 non-stop departures a day across all carriers, spread from early morning to late night.
IndiGo, Akasa Air and SpiceJet use Terminal 1; Air India uses Terminal 2. Check your boarding pass, as the terminals are about 5 km apart.
Domestic flights use Terminal 1, the Kamaraj domestic terminal.
Mid-week departures (Tuesday and Wednesday) and the mid-day lull are usually softest. Fridays and Sundays cost more.
Yes. Under DGCA rules, if the airline cancels your flight you are entitled to a full refund or a free alternative flight. If you cancel, the airline keeps a cancellation charge and refunds the rest, minus any non-refundable components.
Typically 15 kg checked plus 7 kg cabin on standard economy fares, but the cheapest bundles may be cabin-only. Confirm before booking.
Yes, all carriers open web check-in 24–48 hours before departure. It is the fastest way through the airport on this busy route.
The north-east monsoon (Oct–Dec) brings heavy rain to Chennai and, occasionally, cyclonic weather that can delay flights. There is no fog risk on this southern route.
Some carriers allow pets in the cabin or hold with advance approval and fees; policies vary, so request it when booking and confirm the container rules.
Infants under 2 travel on a lap fare (a small charge, not a full seat). Carry the child's age proof at check-in.
Prices are usually similar. FlightGPT shows fares across sources so you can compare and book wherever it is cheapest, while keeping changes and refunds straightforward.
The Vande Bharat train and overnight buses are much cheaper and run frequently. Fly when you need the time saving or catch a low mid-week fare.
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There is no single "cheapest day" to fly Bangalore to Chennai — the lowest fare is the one you find by comparing live. Open the search above to line up Bangalore–Chennai prices across IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express, Akasa Air; booking ahead and avoiding peak weekends typically trims 25–40 percent off the walk-up fare.
Flying Bangalore to Chennai at short notice doesn't always mean overpaying. Off-peak departures and unsold seats on IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express, Akasa Air can surface real same-week deals. Put your date into the FlightGPT search above and we'll show every available BLR–MAA fare side by side in seconds.
Most travellers prefer the Bangalore to Chennai non-stop option. The direct Bangalore-Chennai flight time is ≈ 1h–1h 10m non-stop. If you are flexible, 1-stop alternatives through major hubs can be 15-30 percent cheaper. FlightGPT lets you filter by "Direct only" or compare both side by side — useful when you want the cheapest Bangalore Chennai ticket but are open to a layover.
Bangalore–Chennai pricing rewards comparison over loyalty: the best value rotates between low-cost and full-service carriers depending on the date. FlightGPT's grid surfaces every Bangalore Chennai fare with baggage and meals counted in, so the genuinely cheapest all-in ticket is the one that rises to the top.