Find the cheapest Pune to Chennai flights — live fares on IndiGo, Air India & Akasa. Daily PNQ-MAA schedule, discounted deals for 2026.
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Quick answer: Pune to Chennai non-stop flights take about ≈ 1h 40m–1h 50m non-stop, operated by IndiGo, Air India, Akasa Air, Around 10–16 non-stops a day, with IndiGo running the most and Air India and Akasa adding frequencies.. This is a domestic route within India, so no visa is required. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest PNQ–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 | 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.
Pune–Chennai links two major economic hubs and is flown non-stop mainly by IndiGo, with Air India and Akasa Air also operating. IndiGo offers the widest spread of departures through the day. Go First and Jet Airways no longer operate, and Vistara has merged into Air India, so ignore any old listing showing them.
The aircraft are single-aisle jets — Airbus A320/A321 for IndiGo and Air India, Boeing 737 MAX for Akasa. Most flights are non-stop; some cheaper fares route via Hyderabad or Bengaluru with a stop.
The distance is about 915 km and the non-stop block time is roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to 1 hour 50 minutes. There is no time difference — both cities run on IST. The route runs south-east across the Deccan plateau.
1-stop itineraries via Hyderabad or Bengaluru exist and can be cheaper, but they add two to four hours. Unless the saving is large, the non-stop is the better use of a working day.
This is more a business-and-VFR route than a leisure one, so demand is steadier than a beach route — but it still moves with holidays and Chennai's weather. Use the guide below for planning, not as a price quote.
| Period | Demand | Fare tendency |
|---|---|---|
| Nov–Feb (cool, pleasant in Chennai) | High | Elevated, peak tourist/business |
| Mar–May (hot) | Moderate | Often better value |
| Oct–Dec (NE monsoon, Chennai rain) | Variable | Watch for weather delays |
| Pongal, Diwali & long weekends | Spikes | Book well ahead |
Booking two to four weeks out usually gives the best balance of price and choice on this route.
Early-morning and evening flights suit same-day Pune–Chennai business trips and are usually the best-priced. Midday departures can be quieter and occasionally cheaper. During Chennai's north-east monsoon (October–December), prefer a morning slot, as afternoon thunderstorms are more likely to cause delays.
Business travellers: the early-morning bank lets you make a Chennai meeting and return the same evening. Build a buffer in the October–December rain season.
Families & VFR travellers: the under-two-hour flight is easy with children; carry snacks, as catering is buy-on-board. Book ahead for Pongal, Diwali and school holidays, when fares spike.
Students & budget travellers: the hot March–May months and midweek dates are the value sweet spots. Travel hand-baggage-only and consider a 1-stop only if the saving justifies the extra hours.
Pune (PNQ, Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar International / Lohegaon): a single integrated terminal handles all departures; it is compact, so arrive about 2 hours before departure.
Chennai (MAA): domestic flights use Terminal 1 (the Kamaraj domestic terminal); the international terminals are separate. Chennai is a large, busy airport — leave extra time for security at peak hours.
At Pune: the airport is in Lohegaon, north-east of the city. App cabs and autos serve it; allow for traffic from areas like Hinjewadi, Kothrud or the Camp. The Pune Metro helps for parts of the city, but a cab to the terminal is simplest for most travellers.
At Chennai: the airport is at Meenambakkam, about 16 km from the centre. The Chennai Metro connects the airport to the city directly, alongside app cabs, autos and the pre-paid taxi counter. The metro is often the fastest way to dodge city traffic.
Domestic economy typically includes 15 kg checked and 7 kg cabin, though the cheapest fares may be hand-baggage-only — check before you book. See IndiGo baggage for current limits; Air India and Akasa publish similar allowances. Pre-paid excess online is far cheaper than at the airport counter.
Chennai is hot and humid most of the year, with its main rains in the north-east monsoon (October–December) — that's when delays are most likely, so prefer morning flights and track status on the airline app. Pune is more temperate. Do web check-in to choose a seat and skip the counter; both airports get busy at peak hours. Carry light cottons for Chennai even in winter.
On Pune–Chennai the non-stop is almost always worth paying a little more for — a 1-stop via Hyderabad or Bengaluru can double the journey. Book a couple of weeks ahead, fly midweek, and during Chennai's October–December rains pick a morning departure to stay ahead of the afternoon storms.
The non-stop flight takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes to 1 hour 50 minutes, covering about 915 km. There is no time difference; both cities run on IST.
IndiGo runs the most non-stops, with Air India and Akasa Air also operating. Go First and Jet Airways no longer operate, and Vistara has merged into Air India.
Around 10–16 non-stops a day across the carriers, plus some cheaper 1-stop options via Hyderabad or Bengaluru.
Domestic flights use Terminal 1, the Kamaraj domestic terminal. The international terminals are separate, so follow the domestic signage on arrival and departure.
Yes, there are plenty of non-stops daily. Some fares route via Hyderabad or Bengaluru with a stop and can be cheaper, but they add two to four hours.
The hot March–May months and midweek dates usually offer the best value. Avoid Pongal, Diwali and long weekends, when fares spike. Booking two to four weeks ahead helps.
Yes. Under DGCA rules, if the airline cancels you can claim a full refund or a free alternative flight, plus assistance depending on notice. If you cancel, only taxes and any refundable component return, minus the cancellation fee.
Usually 15 kg checked and 7 kg cabin in economy, though cheap fares may be hand-baggage-only. See /airlines/indigo/baggage for current limits; Air India and Akasa are similar.
Yes, web check-in opens about 48 hours before departure on the airline app or website. It lets you pick a seat and head straight to security at both airports.
Yes. The north-east monsoon (October–December) brings heavy rain and afternoon thunderstorms that can delay flights. Prefer a morning departure in that window and track status on the app.
Some airlines allow pets in cabin or hold with advance booking, a health certificate and a proper carrier. Policies and aircraft limits vary, so confirm with the airline before travel.
Infants under 2 travel on an adult's lap for a nominal fee plus taxes, with no separate seat. Carry age proof. One infant per adult.
Arrive about 2 hours before a domestic departure. Pune's single terminal is compact but security queues build at peak times.
Prices are usually similar. Booking direct can simplify changes, refunds and web check-in. FlightGPT compares fares across IndiGo, Air India and Akasa so you can pick the best total deal.
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Most travellers prefer the Pune to Chennai non-stop option. The direct Pune-Chennai 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 Pune Chennai ticket but are open to a layover.
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