Chennai to Mumbai flight guide — 20+ daily non-stops on IndiGo, Air India, Akasa & more in ~1h 55m, fares, MAA and BOM terminals and travel tips for 2026.
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Quick answer: Chennai to Mumbai non-stop flights take about approx 1h 50m non-stop, operated by IndiGo (6E), Air India (AI), Akasa Air (QP), approx 20+ non-stop departures a day across IndiGo, Air India and Akasa Air — one of the busiest metro pairs in India.. This is a domestic route within India, so no visa is required. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest MAA–BOM fare across every airline, OTA and travel agent in one place.
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Looking for cheap flights from Chennai to Mumbai? FlightGPT compares live MAA to BOM fares across every connected source — Indian carriers, OTAs and trusted travel agents — and shows the cheapest options side by side. Whether you want a Chennai to Mumbai non-stop tomorrow, a last-minute weekend deal or the lowest price three months out, every active Chennai-Mumbai fare is one search away.
| Airline | Cabin bag | Checked (economy) | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|
| IndiGo | 7 kg | 15 kg | Largest network; strong on-time record |
| 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.
Chennai to Mumbai is a high-frequency metro trunk route with non-stop flights through the day. IndiGo (6E) runs the largest schedule, followed by Air India (AI) and Akasa Air (QP). Between them you get roughly 20 or more non-stops daily, with the first departures around dawn and the last close to midnight.
Because supply is so deep, you rarely need a connecting itinerary on this pair. If a fare site shows a one-stop option via Bengaluru or Hyderabad, it is almost always slower and not worth it unless every non-stop is sold out. Note: Go First and Jet Airways no longer operate, and Vistara has merged into Air India, so ignore older listings showing those carriers.
The straight-line distance is about 1,030 km and the non-stop block time is roughly 1h 50m. Tailwinds and runway queues at Mumbai can stretch the gate-to-gate time, so allow a little buffer if you have an onward connection at BOM. Aircraft are narrow-bodies — IndiGo and Air India fly A320neo/A321neo family jets, Akasa flies the Boeing 737 MAX 8.
Fares on this route move with business demand and festival peaks. Booking two to three weeks out usually lands the best value; same-week buying on a Monday morning or Friday evening flight is the most expensive window.
| Period | Typical demand | Fare pressure |
|---|---|---|
| Apr–Jun (summer holidays) | High | Higher |
| Jul–Sep (monsoon) | Moderate | Softer mid-week |
| Oct–Nov (Diwali) | Very high | Peak |
| Jan–Feb | Moderate | Best value |
We do not quote specific rupee fares because they change by the hour — check live prices before you book.
Set a price alert and compare across the day — early-morning and late-night non-stops are usually cheaper than the 8–10am and 6–8pm business slots. Mid-week (Tuesday/Wednesday) is generally softer than Monday or Friday. Travelling light with hand baggage only on a saver fare cuts the headline price further. Avoid the days immediately around Diwali, Pongal and long weekends.
For a same-day business trip, an early non-stop (around 6–7am from MAA) lands you in Mumbai with a full working day ahead. Leisure travellers who want the lowest fare should look at the very first or last departures. If you are connecting onward internationally at Mumbai, give yourself at least 3 hours at BOM, as a domestic arrival at T2 may still need a terminal change depending on your carrier.
Business: book a flexible/refundable fare and a morning non-stop; both cities are major hubs so you have rebooking options if a flight is delayed.
Families: mid-morning departures avoid the worst of the rush; pre-book seats together as last-minute allocation is hard on full flights. Infants and small children fly free or at a reduced infant fare without a seat.
Students: the cheapest seats are on the earliest and latest non-stops, booked two to three weeks ahead with cabin-bag-only fares.
Chennai (MAA): domestic flights use Terminal 1. The new integrated domestic terminal has eased the old congestion, but still arrive 2 hours before departure at peak times.
Mumbai (BOM): most Chennai arrivals land at Terminal 2, which handles the bulk of full-service and several low-cost operations; some IndiGo services use Terminal 1. Always check your boarding pass — T1 and T2 are several kilometres apart.
In Chennai, the airport is at Meenambakkam, well connected by the metro (Airport station on the Blue Line), app cabs and prepaid taxis. In Mumbai, BOM sits centrally at Sahar; app cabs, the airport metro (Line 7A/3 connections) and prepaid taxis serve both terminals. Mumbai traffic is heavy, so budget extra time to reach the city or the suburbs.
On domestic saver fares the standard cabin allowance is 7 kg plus a personal item, with 15 kg check-in on most fares. Allowances and excess charges vary by airline and fare type — confirm before you fly. See IndiGo baggage for the carrier most travellers use on this route.
Both cities are warm and humid year-round. Chennai is hottest April–June; Mumbai's monsoon (June–September) brings heavy rain that occasionally disrupts BOM operations, so leave buffer in the rainy months. Complete web check-in to skip airport queues, and keep a valid government photo ID handy — it is the only document needed on this domestic sector.
Because this pair has 20+ daily non-stops, prices swing widely between flights on the same day. Use FlightGPT to compare every departure at once and grab a cabin-bag-only saver on an off-peak slot — you will often pay far less than the headline business-hour fare.
Non-stop flights take about 1h 50m gate to gate. Connecting itineraries via Bengaluru or Hyderabad take much longer and are rarely worth it given the non-stop frequency.
Yes. IndiGo, Air India and Akasa Air operate roughly 20 or more non-stop flights daily between MAA and BOM.
IndiGo (6E), Air India (AI) and Akasa Air (QP). Go First and Jet Airways have ceased operations and Vistara has merged into Air India.
They depart from Chennai Terminal 1 (domestic) and mostly arrive at Mumbai Terminal 2, though some IndiGo flights use Mumbai Terminal 1. Check your boarding pass.
Booking two to three weeks ahead, flying mid-week (Tuesday/Wednesday) and choosing the earliest or latest non-stop usually gives the best value.
Typically 7 kg cabin plus a personal item, and 15 kg check-in on most fares. It varies by airline and fare type — confirm before booking. See IndiGo baggage for details.
Yes. All carriers on this route open web check-in roughly 48 hours before departure, letting you pick a seat and skip airport counters.
Under DGCA rules, if the airline cancels your flight you are entitled to a full refund or a free alternative flight; for long delays you may also be due care or compensation. Refund amounts on voluntary cancellations depend on your fare rules.
Heavy June–September rain can cause delays and occasional diversions at BOM. Keep buffer time and check flight status during the monsoon.
Some carriers allow pets in cabin or cargo with prior booking and documentation; policies differ by airline. Arrange it well in advance and confirm the rules directly with the airline.
Infants under two travel on a parent's lap at a reduced infant fare without their own seat; carry the child's age proof.
Prices are often similar; airline sites sometimes offer member fares while OTAs run their own discounts. FlightGPT compares both so you can pick the lower total price.
No. This is a domestic flight within India — a valid government photo ID is all you need.
Arrive about 2 hours before departure for domestic flights, more during peak morning and evening rushes at both MAA and BOM.
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There is no single "cheapest day" to fly Chennai to Mumbai — the lowest fare is the one you find by comparing live. Open the search above to line up Chennai–Mumbai prices across IndiGo (6E), Air India (AI), Akasa Air (QP); booking ahead and avoiding peak weekends typically trims 25–40 percent off the walk-up fare.
Flying Chennai to Mumbai at short notice doesn't always mean overpaying. Off-peak departures and unsold seats on IndiGo (6E), Air India (AI), Akasa Air (QP) can surface real same-week deals. Put your date into the FlightGPT search above and we'll show every available MAA–BOM fare side by side in seconds.
Most travellers prefer the Chennai to Mumbai non-stop option. The direct Chennai-Mumbai flight time is approx 1h 50m 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 Chennai Mumbai ticket but are open to a layover.
Chennai–Mumbai 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 Chennai Mumbai fare with baggage and meals counted in, so the genuinely cheapest all-in ticket is the one that rises to the top.