Direct (nonstop) flights from Mumbai to Chennai

1 airline flys nonstop from Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI) to Chennai International (MAA). It's 626 miles (1,008 km), about 2h 3m in the air. Operated by IndiGo.

NMI
Navi Mumbai International Airport
🇮🇳 Mumbai, India
MAA
Chennai International
🇮🇳 Chennai, India
Flight Time
2h 3m
Distance
626 mi
1,008 km
CO₂/pax
116 kg
−36 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
IndiGo
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by IndiGo IndiGo

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

IndiGo 6E IndiGo
Route
NMI → MAA
Flight Time
2h 3m
Distance
626 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Mumbai to Chennai with one stop · direct emits 116 kg CO₂ per passenger

NMI HYD (Hyderabad) MAA
Leg 1: 1h 15m (372 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (314 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 152 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NMI → HYD
1h 15m · 372 mi
View NMI to HYD flights →
Leg 2
HYD → MAA
1h 20m · 314 mi
View HYD to MAA flights →
NMI GOX (Goa) MAA
Leg 1: 1h 3m (229 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (462 mi) Total: ~2h 43m 🍃 153 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NMI → GOX
1h 3m · 229 mi
View NMI to GOX flights →
Leg 2
GOX → MAA
1h 40m · 462 mi
View GOX to MAA flights →
NMI BLR (Bengaluru) MAA
Leg 1: 1h 40m (503 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (166 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 149 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NMI → BLR
1h 40m · 503 mi
View NMI to BLR flights →
Leg 2
BLR → MAA
1h 5m · 166 mi
View BLR to MAA flights →
NMI CJB (Coimbatore) MAA
Leg 1: 1h 45m (607 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (250 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 183 kg CO₂ (+58% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NMI → CJB
1h 45m · 607 mi
View NMI to CJB flights →
Leg 2
CJB → MAA
1h 5m · 250 mi
View CJB to MAA flights →
NMI IXE (Mangalore) MAA
Leg 1: 1h 30m (431 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (355 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 171 kg CO₂ (+47% vs. direct)
Leg 1
NMI → IXE
1h 30m · 431 mi
View NMI to IXE flights →
Leg 2
IXE → MAA
1h 40m · 355 mi
View IXE to MAA flights →

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MAA → NMI: Flights from Chennai to Mumbai

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Mumbai to Chennai?

A nonstop flight from Mumbai (NMI) to Chennai (MAA) takes approximately 2 hours and 3 minutes. The distance is 626 miles (1,008 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Mumbai to Chennai?

Just IndiGo.

Is there a nonstop flight from Mumbai to Chennai?

Yes. 1 airline: IndiGo.

How far is Mumbai from Chennai?

The flight distance from Mumbai to Chennai is 626 miles (1,008 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Mumbai to Chennai?

At 2h 3m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Mumbai to Chennai?

Roughly 116 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 580 km.

Is the return flight from Chennai to Mumbai also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Mumbai to Chennai?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Navi Mumbai International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.