Flight ticket prices to Chennai have increased sharply as passengers return to the city after the Deepavali holidays. With demand rising on domestic routes, airfares from several Tamil Nadu cities and other major Indian destinations have surged, affecting last-minute travellers.
Flights from Thoothukudi, Madurai, Tiruchirappalli and Salem to Chennai have recorded significant fare increases. Passengers travelling from Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Ahmedabad and Bhubaneswar have also faced higher ticket prices.
Chennai Flight Ticket Prices After Deepavali
According to the available fare details, ticket prices on several routes have increased considerably.
| Flight Route | Regular Fare | Increased Fare |
| Thoothukudi to Chennai | ₹7,045 | ₹17,539 |
| Madurai to Chennai | ₹4,673 | ₹11,877 |
| Trichy to Chennai | ₹4,954 | ₹14,666 |
| Salem to Chennai | ₹3,832 | ₹13,098 |
Passengers Face Higher Travel Costs
The increase in flight ticket prices has caused difficulties for passengers planning to return to Chennai at the last minute. Employees, students and families travelling after the festival holidays are among those affected by the higher fares.
With passenger demand increasing after Deepavali, travellers are facing additional expenses to secure flight tickets to Chennai.
The sharp rise in airfares has become a concern for passengers returning to the city as the festive holiday period comes to an end.