Flight Routes from Kuwait to Chennai

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Trip type
Cheapest roundtrip flight
from€195
Fastest outbound flight
Fastest inbound flight
non-stop flights
7x / week
Flight distance
3,782 km
Time difference
Most popular airlines
  1. Kuwait Airways
  2. Jazeera Airways
  3. IndiGo Airlines

Flight schedule from Kuwait (KWI) to Chennai (MAA)

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Matching outbound flightsKWI–MAA · 12 of 12
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  1. 5 – 11 October 2026
  2. 12 – 18 October 2026
  3. 19 – 25 October 2026
    1. KWIMAA
      non-stop
      1. IndiGo Airlines
    2. KWIMAA
      1 stopover
      1. Etihad Airways
    3. KWIMAA
      1 stopover
      1. Etihad Airways
    4. KWIMAA
      non-stop
      1. Jazeera Airways
    5. KWIMAA
      1 stopover
      1. Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
    6. KWIMAA
      non-stop
      1. Kuwait Airways
    7. KWIMAA
      1 stopover
      1. SriLankan Airlines
    8. KWIMAA
      1 stopover
      1. Etihad Airways
    9. KWIMAA
      non-stop
      1. Air India Express
    10. KWIMAA
      non-stop
      1. Kuwait Airways
    11. KWIMAA
      non-stop
      1. Kuwait Airways
    12. KWIMAA
      1 stopover
      1. Air India Express

      Tips and tricks to help you find cheap flights from Kuwait to Chennai

      Favourite airline: Oman Air
      90 % of bookings on this flight route are made with Oman Air, Emirates and Air India.
      Oman Air
      45 %
      Emirates
      30 %
      Air India
      15 %
      Direct flights are more expensive
      Compared to flights with a stopover, direct flights are £23.00 more expensive on this route.
      non stop flight
      1 stop
      05h 40min
      24h 50min
      234 £GB
      211 £GB
      Favourite connection: via Muscat
      Stopover flights on this route are especially popular via Muscat, making up 47 % of bookings.
      Route
      bookings
      1 stopover Muscat Seeb
      24h 50min, from 211 £GB
      47 %
      1 stopover Dubai
      26h 25min, from 285 £GB
      31 %
      Direct flights
      05h 40min, from 234 £GB
      19 %

      Useful information about the flight from Kuwait to Chennai

      Vibrant coastal Chennai

      Situated in the Bay of Bengal, Chennai can be found in Eastern India. It is a city ripe with history and culture, and offers visitors a wonderful array of modern, ancient and religious sights. It is lined with pristine, white beaches which are perfect for enjoying the beautiful waters of the Indian Ocean. The city is the location of the Tamil film industry: Kollywood.

      Best time for Chennai - climate and special occasions

      With its tropical climate, the city of Chennai has its highest temperatures from late May to June, reaching up to 40°C. The coolest month to visit is January when the temperatures are around 25°C. Monsoon season is from mid-October to mid-December, with occasional cyclones. The 3-day harvest festival in January is called Pongal, and other special occasions held through the year include Karthikai Deepam, which is the Festival of Lights and is celebrated from mid-November to mid-December, the Chennai Music and Dance Festival is held from December to January, and in September is Vinayak Chaturthi, which honours the Hindu god Ganesh.

      Local knowledge: language, visa, vaccinations

      Before you travel it would be handy to become acquainted with some phrases of the official language, Tamil. However English is also widely spoken. For British visitors, a visa is required to travel to Chennai along with a passport with at least 2 blank pages, which will not expire for 180 from entry date. There is a low risk of Malaria here, but routine vaccinations of hepatitis B, rabies and Japanese encephalitis are recommended for travellers. When in India only drink bottled water and eat only freshly peeled fruit and cooked vegetables.

      Local Chennai travel and lodgings

      The suburban train station is found 500m from the airport and trains travel to the central city. They are cheap and fairly fast, with a journey costing around 5 rupees. Prepaid taxis are more costly, but faster and can be arranged at the pay booths in the terminal where you will receive a taxi number on a recipe. Within Chennai, a taxi journey will cost a minimum fare of about 100 rupees, and a trip to central Chennai will cost about 300 rupees. Auto rickshaws are metered but often overcharge if you are unaware of the going rate, with prices roughly 25 rupees for 1.8. km. There is also the option of catching a bus to get around town. The company MTC operates cheap buses for a fare of 3 rupees; day bus passes will cost around 50 rupees. The fastest way of getting around is to use the suburban trains - here the cheapest fare will be 5 rupees or so. Chennai is plagued with heavy traffic, so plan extra time for journeys. In the city a single room or boarding house will be around 400 rupees, and a mid-priced hotel about 1000 rupees.

      Important flight information

      Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

      How long is the flight from Kuwait to Chennai?
      A direct flight from Kuwait to Chennai typically takes around 4 hours 50 minutes. If you choose a connecting flight, you should allow more time. Typical one-stop journeys take around 7 hours 10 minutes. For the quickest journey, a direct flight is usually the most comfortable choice.
      Are there direct flights from Kuwait to Chennai?
      Yes, there are direct flights from Kuwait to Chennai, although not necessarily every day. On average, around 7 to 8 flights per week are available. If you have flexibility with your travel dates, you will find it easier to secure a suitable direct connection.
      Which airlines fly from Kuwait to Chennai?
      Direct flights from Kuwait to Chennai are operated by, among others, Kuwait Airways, Jazeera Airways and IndiGo Airlines. There are also connecting flights with one stop, for example with Etihad Airways (via Abu Dhabi), Emirates (via Dubai) and Gulf Air (via Bahrain). If a short travel time matters to you, a direct flight is usually the most convenient option. Connecting flights often give you more choice of departure times and airlines.
      On which days are there direct flights from Kuwait to Chennai?
      Direct flights from Kuwait to Chennai operate daily. The schedule may vary by season, so it is worth comparing several travel dates. If your preferred day has no direct service, nearby departure days or short connecting flights may be a good alternative.
      How many flights are there per day from Kuwait to Chennai?
      On the route from Kuwait to Chennai there are on average around 1 to 2 flights per day. The number of services can vary by day of the week and season. If you are flexible with your dates, it is worth comparing several departure days.
      How many flights per week are there from Kuwait to Chennai?
      On the route from Kuwait to Chennai there are around 7 to 8 flights per week. The number of services can vary depending on the season and day of the week. If you have flexibility, it is worth looking at several departure days to find the best option.
      When does the first flight from Kuwait to Chennai depart?
      The earliest direct flight from Kuwait to Chennai usually departs at 02:30. The exact departure time may vary by day of the week and airline. Early flights are particularly useful if you want to make the most of your arrival day in Chennai.
      When does the last flight from Kuwait to Chennai depart?
      The last direct flight from Kuwait to Chennai usually departs at 23:30. Late flights can be convenient if you want to travel after work or in the evening. Do check whether it is a direct flight, as a connecting service could push the arrival time significantly later.

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