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Quick answer: Chennai to Mangalore non-stop flights take about ≈ 1h 20m–1h 35m, operated by IndiGo, Air India, ≈ 2–4 non-stops daily. This is a domestic route within India, so no visa is required. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest MAA–IXE fare across every airline, OTA and travel agent in one place.
Last reviewed June 2026 by the FlightGPT flights desk · route facts cross-checked against DGCA and the Airports Authority of India (AAI) · fares are live — verify the final price in search before booking.
Looking for cheap flights from Chennai to Mangalore? FlightGPT compares live MAA to IXE fares across every connected source — Indian carriers, Gulf hubs, OTAs and trusted travel agents — and shows the cheapest options side by side. Whether you want a Chennai to Mangalore non-stop tomorrow, a last-minute weekend deal or the lowest price three months out, every active Chennai-Mangalore fare is one search away.
IndiGo operates the majority of Chennai–Mangalore capacity, usually with one to two daily departures on A320neo equipment. Air India (and formerly Air India Express) adds a second carrier option, often with slightly different departure timings that suit connecting Gulf-bound passengers from Mangalore. SpiceJet has run seasonal capacity on this sector but availability is sporadic. The route is year-round rather than seasonal, driven primarily by the large Gulf-employed Coastal Karnataka diaspora visiting families, and by software professionals from Chennai heading to Kerala-adjacent coastal resorts.
Economy one-way fares on MAA–IXE start around ₹2,500–₹5,000 in lean months (mid-July, January). Demand — and therefore fares — spike sharply in April–May (summer holidays, when Gulf workers return home) and October–November (Deepawali, Eid al-Fitr if it falls then). Prices can reach ₹8,000–₹12,000 during these peaks on short notice. Booking 3–4 weeks ahead in off-peak months gives the best value. Note that Mangalore also serves as a connection hub for Gulf workers on IndiGo code-shares, so competition keeps base fares relatively reasonable mid-week.
Block time from Chennai to Mangalore is roughly 1 hour 20–35 minutes — short enough that the crew barely completes a beverage round before preparing for descent. The approach into IXE is scenic and memorable: the aircraft descends steeply between the Netravathi and Gurpur river estuaries, and on a clear day the Arabian Sea coastline is visible from the right-side (A) window seats. Wind direction at IXE can trigger go-arounds on busy or rainy days — this is normal and adds 10–15 minutes. IndiGo serves purchase-only snacks; Air India may include a light meal on longer scheduled block times.
Mangalore International Airport is located in Bajpe, about 22 km north-east of the city centre. Taxis and pre-paid cabs from the arrivals hall take roughly 35–45 minutes to reach Mangalore city; the fare is ₹350–₹500. From Bajpe, private vehicles can reach Udupi in about 75 minutes (60 km north) and Coorg (Madikeri) in roughly 3 hours (≈ 110 km). The airport also handles direct international flights to Dubai, Muscat, Doha and Abu Dhabi — if you're continuing onwards, IXE offers direct Gulf connections, avoiding Bangalore or Mumbai transits.
IndiGo's economy base fare covers 7 kg cabin bag only; 15 kg checked baggage costs ₹700–₹1,200 added at booking online. Air India includes 15 kg checked baggage on most domestic economy fares. Given that many Mangalore-bound travellers carry Gulf-return gifts or coastal produce (dried fish, cashews), it pays to plan baggage in advance — airport add-ons cost roughly 2× the pre-booking rate. As of June 2026, both airlines accept one cabin bag (must fit overhead) plus one personal item (laptop bag or small handbag) under standard policy on this domestic route.
Chennai to Mangalore is a domestic Indian route — no visa or passport is needed. A government photo ID is sufficient: Aadhaar, Voter ID, driving licence or passport for adults. International passengers transiting IXE onwards to the Gulf must ensure their Gulf-country visa is in order before departure — Mangalore Immigration can and does hold passengers without valid onward visas. Indian nationals driving post-flight to Coorg, Wayanad (Kerala) or Goa need no special entry permit — these are all within Indian territory, though Karnataka's Coorg district has heritage-area conservation notices.
The coast from Mangalore to Udupi to Gokarna is best visited October–February for dry, sunny weather ideal for beaches, temple festivals and local seafood. March–May is hot and humid but sees the mango harvest (Alphonso and Totapuri) that coastal Karnataka is famous for. The June–September monsoon is heavy and spectacular — the Western Ghats receive some of India's highest rainfall here — but road travel can be disrupted and some beach resorts close. The Mangalore Dasara procession (October, aligned with Navratri) is a cultural highlight worth planning a visit around.
The non-stop takes ≈ 1 hour 20–35 minutes. The scenic IXE approach between two river estuaries makes it one of the more memorable short domestic landings in South India.
IndiGo operates 1–2 daily non-stops; Air India adds capacity. Combined frequency is ≈ 2–4 flights per day. SpiceJet operates seasonally.
One-way economy fares start around ₹2,500–₹5,000 in off-peak months. April–May and the Eid/Deepawali windows see prices rise to ₹8,000–₹12,000 due to Gulf-diaspora demand.
IXE (Bajpe Airport) is ≈ 22 km north-east of Mangalore city. A taxi from arrivals costs ₹350–₹500 and takes 35–45 minutes depending on traffic.
Yes — IXE has direct international flights to Dubai (DXB), Muscat (MCT), Doha (DOH) and Abu Dhabi (AUH). This makes Chennai→Mangalore a useful domestic leg for travellers connecting to the Gulf.
Mid-January and mid-July see the lowest fares — ₹2,500–₹4,000 one-way. Mid-week departures booked 3–4 weeks in advance consistently outperform weekend last-minute bookings.
The cheapest Chennai to Mangalore airfare on any given day depends on three things — your travel date, your airline preference and how far ahead you book. Use the FlightGPT search box above to compare Chennai to Mangalore ticket prices across IndiGo, Air India — typically the lowest fare today differs from the lowest fare 30 days out by 25–40 percent. We surface every option so the lowest Chennai-Mangalore price wins.
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Most travellers prefer the Chennai to Mangalore non-stop option. The direct Chennai-Mangalore flight time is ≈ 1h 20m–1h 35m. 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 Chennai Mangalore ticket but are open to a layover.
Chennai to Mangalore ticket prices on the FlightGPT live grid update by the minute. The lowest-priced Chennai Mangalore airfare today might be on a low-cost carrier; next month's best deal might be a full-service IndiGo flight bundled with checked baggage and a meal. We compare fully-bundled all-in fares, never base fares with surprise add-ons.