Find the cheapest Chennai to Pune flights — live fares on IndiGo, Air India & Akasa. Daily MAA-PNQ schedule, discounted deals for 2026.
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Quick answer: Chennai to Pune non-stop flights take about ≈ 1h 40m – 1h 50m non-stop, operated by IndiGo, Air India Express, Akasa Air, SpiceJet, Around 7–10 non-stop departures a day, plus extra one-stop options.. This is a domestic route within India, so no visa is required. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest MAA–PNQ 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 |
| Akasa Air | 7 kg | 15 kg | Newer fleet; value fares |
| SpiceJet | 7 kg | 15 kg | Budget 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–Pune connects two major IT and manufacturing hubs, and it is well served by non-stops. The main operators are IndiGo (the heaviest presence), Air India Express, Akasa Air and SpiceJet. Between them you get roughly 7–10 direct departures a day.
You will also see plenty of one-stop itineraries, typically via Bengaluru or Hyderabad — fine if the timing or price suits, but they add an hour or two. With this many non-stops, most travellers stick to direct. Ignore any old Go First, Jet Airways or Vistara listings: those carriers no longer operate this route (Vistara has merged into Air India).
The non-stop distance is about 915 km and the scheduled block time is around 1h 40m to 1h 50m. The routing runs north-west from Chennai across the Deccan plateau into Maharashtra. Both cities are on IST, so there is no clock change to factor in.
Pune's runway sits within an Air Force station (Lohegaon), which means civil operations work around military slots and the airport can close for short maintenance windows announced in advance. In normal operation this rarely affects scheduled flights, but it is worth knowing if your departure is at an unusual hour.
This is a year-round business route, so weekday demand is steady. Leisure peaks add to it around the long weekends and the festival season. Booking 3–5 weeks ahead generally lands the best balance of price and choice.
| Period | Demand | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| Oct–Nov (festivals) | High | Diwali peaks; book well ahead |
| Dec–Jan (winter, holidays) | High | Pleasant in Pune; strong demand |
| Feb–Mar | Moderate | Good value outside festival dates |
| Apr–Jun (summer) | Moderate | Hot in Chennai; softer mid-week fares |
| Jul–Sep (monsoon) | Lower | Often cheapest; watch coastal Chennai weather |
Fares move daily, so we avoid quoting a fixed figure — see the live snapshot above for today's prices.
Expect a clear early-morning push for business travellers wanting a working day at the destination, and an evening bank for the return leg. Midday departures are fewer but tend to be the most punctual, with less congestion at both ends.
For reliability, the first morning departure is usually safest — the aircraft has overnighted, so there is no cascading inbound delay yet.
Business travellers: a same-day return is feasible with an early out and a late return, though the 1h 45m block plus airport time makes it a long day. A hand-baggage fare keeps you nimble at both airports.
Families: midday flights spare you the pre-dawn start. Book seats together in advance, and remember Pune's single terminal makes arrivals simple with children and luggage.
Students and budget travellers: mid-week and monsoon dates are cheapest. A cabin-only fare on the lowest bucket is the lowest all-in cost — just check 7 kg is genuinely enough before you commit.
Chennai (MAA): domestic flights use Terminal 1 (the newer domestic terminal); international traffic uses T4. Make sure you head to the domestic terminal — signage is clear, but the terminals are distinct buildings.
Pune (PNQ): Lohegaon airport has a single integrated terminal for all flights, so there is no terminal decision at the Pune end. It is a compact airport, which makes arrivals and departures quick, though it can feel crowded at peak banks.
In Chennai, the airport is in Meenambakkam/Tirusulam, well connected by the metro (Airport station on the Blue Line), suburban rail and app cabs. The metro is the most reliable way to dodge road traffic at peak times.
In Pune, Lohegaon sits in the city's north-east, roughly 10–12 km from the central and Hinjawadi IT areas. App cabs and prepaid taxis are the usual choice; allow extra time during evening rush, as Pune traffic builds quickly.
Mainline economy on this route typically includes 15 kg checked and 7 kg cabin, but the cheapest low-cost fares — particularly on Air India Express, SpiceJet and the lightest IndiGo/Akasa buckets — may be cabin-only, with checked baggage charged as an add-on. Confirm the allowance for your exact fare before you pack. See IndiGo baggage for current weights and excess rates.
Chennai is hot and humid much of the year, with its heaviest rain in the north-east monsoon (Oct–Dec) rather than the south-west monsoon — so Chennai-end weather delays peak in late autumn. Pune enjoys a milder climate thanks to its elevation, with pleasant winters and a moderate monsoon.
Pune is a gateway to the Western Ghats hill stations (Lonavala, Mahabaleshwar) and to the wineries around Nashik, so a weekend arrival pairs well with a short onward trip.
With this many non-stops, there is little reason to take a one-stop unless it is markedly cheaper. Book a mid-week, hand-baggage-only fare on an early or midday slot for the best mix of price and punctuality, and set a price alert if your dates are flexible.
Yes. IndiGo, Air India Express, Akasa Air and SpiceJet fly the route non-stop, with roughly 7–10 direct departures a day plus additional one-stop options.
The scheduled non-stop block time is about 1h 40m to 1h 50m over a distance of around 915 km. One-stop itineraries take considerably longer.
It changes by date. IndiGo, Air India Express, SpiceJet and Akasa all run competitive fares; the cheapest is usually a cabin-only bucket on a mid-week date booked a few weeks ahead. Compare live above.
Mainline economy generally gives 15 kg checked and 7 kg cabin, but the cheapest low-cost fares may be cabin-only with checked bags charged extra. Check your fare; see /airlines/indigo/baggage.
Under DGCA rules, if the airline cancels and cannot re-accommodate you, you are entitled to a full refund including taxes. Depending on notice given, you may also be due an alternative flight or compensation.
Yes, minus a fare-dependent cancellation charge. Statutory taxes and user-development fees are refundable even on restrictive fares. Cheaper fares carry steeper penalties.
Typically 48 hours before departure, closing around 1–2 hours prior depending on the airline. Doing it online secures your seat and saves queueing.
Possibly. Chennai's heaviest rain falls in the north-east monsoon (Oct–Dec), which is when Chennai-end delays are most likely. Pune's monsoon is milder. Watch flight status during the rains and keep a buffer.
Some carriers allow pets in cabin or hold on domestic flights, subject to advance arrangement, weight limits, an approved carrier and health documents. Policies vary and space is limited — contact the airline well ahead.
A valid government photo ID (Aadhaar, passport, driving licence, voter ID) matching your ticket name. DigiYatra can speed up entry where enabled at Chennai and Pune.
Aim for about 2 hours before departure at Chennai T1; Pune's compact single terminal is usually fine at 90 minutes, a little more at peak banks.
Yes. Infants under 2 travel on an adult's lap at a reduced fare without a separate seat. Add the infant to the booking and carry proof of age; one infant per adult is standard.
Pune shares its runway with an Air Force station, so occasional short maintenance closures are scheduled and announced in advance. They rarely affect normal commercial timings but can shift flights at unusual hours.
Either can be cheaper on a given day. Airline sites sometimes have member deals; OTAs sometimes undercut. FlightGPT compares across sources so you see the true lowest fare before booking.
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Chennai to Pune prices swing with demand, season and lead time more than with any single airline. The reliable lever is comparison: pull every MAA–PNQ fare at once and shift your date by a day or two. Mid-week and red-eye departures on IndiGo, Air India Express, Akasa Air, SpiceJet are usually where the cheapest seats sit.
For a same-week Chennai–Pune trip, the trick is to check all carriers at once rather than one app at a time. FlightGPT's live MAA-PNQ search does exactly that — red-eye and early-morning departures often carry the lowest last-minute prices. Enter your date above to compare instantly.
Most travellers prefer the Chennai to Pune non-stop option. The direct Chennai-Pune flight time is ≈ 1h 40m – 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 Pune ticket but are open to a layover.
On Chennai to Pune, the headline price and the price you actually pay can differ once baggage and seat selection are added. That's why FlightGPT compares fully-bundled Chennai Pune fares across IndiGo, Air India Express, Akasa Air, SpiceJet — the cheapest all-in option, not the lowest sticker that balloons at checkout.