Cheap flights from Toronto to Chennai

YTO — MAA
7 Feb — 14 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Toronto to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Toronto (YTO) to Chennai (MAA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 8 January 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 1,476

One-way from

C$ 715

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 1,934
14/4-5/5
  • 14/4-5/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 20m total
  • Toronto to Chennai
25/2
  • 25/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 34h 30m total
  • Toronto to Chennai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (C$ 258 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 68 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026

Best time to book a flight from Toronto to Chennai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chennai from Toronto with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Toronto to Chennai

How far ahead should I book a flight from Toronto to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Toronto to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 2 January 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Toronto to Chennai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 84 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Toronto to Chennai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Toronto to Chennai (average of C$ 1,048). Flying from Toronto to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,566). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Toronto to Chennai?

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chennai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chennai. Reviews last updated 8 January 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates,Cathay Pacific, andEtihad Airways from Toronto to Chennai by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Toronto to Chennai Travel Guide

The airport in Chennai, Chennai International Airport, that you’ll be flying into is located partially within two cities in India, Meenambakkam and Tirusulam. It’s about 21 miles from the centre of town. This airport is the third busiest in the country of India. It handles around 30,000 travelers every day.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Toronto to Chennai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What can I do on my flight to Chennai from Toronto to reduce my carbon footprint?

    Sit in economy class to increase fuel efficiency by minimizing the amount of emission per passenger. While in the airports, separate your trash as instructed, thus promoting recycling and proper mass disposal.

  • What sort of information is useful to determine sustainable practices on Chennai from Toronto flights?

    For airports in Toronto, the Airports Council International's (ACI) Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) program evaluates their operations and gives certifications based on their level. These certifications can be found on their websites or within the airport. ASSOCHAM GEM Green Building Council in India evaluates and accredits sustainability practices in airports in India.

  • Are there sustainable flights to Chennai from Toronto?

    There are specific flights to Chennai from Toronto that aim at reducing the amount of carbon emissions per passenger. On average, around 3,067 kg of carbon is emitted per passenger on flights to Chennai from Toronto. However, you can fly more sustainably with KLM, which offers a flight that emits 40% less carbon per passenger on this route.

  • What airports serve Toronto to Chennai flights?

    You’ll find quite a few choices for flights from Pearson International Airport in Toronto to Chennai International Airport in India. What you won’t find are direct flights but there are several airlines that offer flights with one or two stops along the way between these two airports. Be aware that this trip can take two days to complete.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Toronto to Chennai?

    Toronto and Chennai are too far apart to support any direct flights. Unfortunately, there aren’t any between the cities. You will be able to find some one-stop flights though. You’ll find that flights are usually over a full 24 hours, some are even as high as 42 hours total travel time. Several airlines offer flights for this trip.

  • What are the stopover options between Toronto to Chennai?

    Cathay Pacific has flights with two stops. The first will be in Vancouver and the second in Hong Kong. You can also fly with Etihad Airways. They have a one-stop flight that stops in Abu Dhabi for a few hours or about seven and a half hours. SriLankan Airlines has a couple of flights with two stops. The travel times are a little over 35 hours. These stop in London at Heathrow and then at Colombo. You can check with Emirates also. They have some one-stop flights that fly through Dubai.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Toronto to Chennai?

    You will need a passport for this trip. You also need to get a visa before your arrival in India. You need to apply for an e-Visa online no later than four days before your trip. You can print a copy of the visa once you receive it and take it with you.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chennai from Toronto?

    For a flight from Toronto to Chennai, you will be flying into Chennai. Chennai (MAA) is just 16.5 km from the centre of the city. Chennai is the only Chennai airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Toronto per day. 11 airlines have flights to Chennai from Toronto on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Toronto to Chennai?

    For as low as C$ 1,483, Etihad Airways can have you in Chennai from Toronto in 26h 30m. The distance from Toronto to Chennai is about 13378 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Toronto to Chennai round-trip?

    Currently priced at C$ 1,060, Cathay Pacific will fly you from Toronto to Chennai and back. In addition to Cathay Pacific, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Ethiopian Air and Air India - these airlines can fly you to your destination from C$ 1,284 and C$ 1,313, respectively. These flights start at 43% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Toronto to Chennai one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air Canada, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 572. Cathay Pacific flights start at C$ 650 while deals on Ethiopian Air start at C$ 689 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Toronto to Chennai?

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Toronto to Chennai?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in New Delhi?

    The majority of New Delhi visitors spend their time at Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, Humayun's Tomb, and Lajpat Nagar Central Market. Travelers on a layover in New Delhi can visit Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, Humayun's Tomb, and Lajpat Nagar Central Market, by traveling 13.2 km, 15.3 km, and 13.9 km, respectively after landing at New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl. Those landing in New Delhi looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about C$ 61 per day.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Hong Kong?

    Shatin Baptist Church, Hong Kong Disneyland, and Mid-levels Escalators are currently the most popular points of interest in Hong Kong. Travelers on a layover in Hong Kong can visit Shatin Baptist Church, Hong Kong Disneyland, and Mid-levels Escalators, by traveling 29.5 km, 12.6 km, and 24.5 km, respectively after landing at Hong Kong Intl.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Toronto to Chennai flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Toronto to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Toronto to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Toronto to Chennai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Toronto to Chennai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Toronto to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Toronto to Chennai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Toronto to Chennai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Toronto to Chennai (average of C$ 1,048). Flying from Toronto to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 1,566). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Toronto to Chennai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Toronto to Chennai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 8 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapestC$ 1,063AverageC$ 1,508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestC$ 1,284AverageC$ 1,518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air IndiaCheapestC$ 1,314AverageC$ 1,794FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,327AverageC$ 2,522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestC$ 1,352AverageC$ 1,934FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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British AirwaysCheapestC$ 1,380AverageC$ 1,920FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestC$ 1,449AverageC$ 1,813FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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LufthansaCheapestC$ 1,537AverageC$ 2,118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapestC$ 1,566AverageC$ 1,650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 1,703AverageC$ 2,065FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Helpful tips for your next trip to Chennai

Get useful tips and recommendations to enhance your travel experience on your next trip to Chennai. Learn about must-visit attractions, local customs, transportation options, weather conditions, and other valuable tips to make your trip more enjoyable and hassle-free.
  • In a bid to mitigate climate along this route, several airlines have adopted practices and technology that significantly reduce their carbon footprint. Among them, American Airlines operates flights to Chennai from Toronto at maximum capacity to increase fuel efficiency. In addition, they use sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) that reduces life cycle emissions by up to 80%.
  • Chennai International Airport (MAA) has restored the native landscape, built up energy conservation systems, waste-water treatment, and dispersal systems aimed at reducing their carbon footprint in collaboration with Airports Authority of India.
  • Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) has adopted practices within its infrastructure and daily operations to help curb climate change. They have heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) optimization to control the amount of heating and cooling needed and they use light-emitting diodes all over the airport to save on energy.

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