Diwali Flight Ticket Prices Surge Up to 4 Times on Chennai Routes

Airfares from Chennai have surged ahead of the Diwali holiday period, with ticket prices on some domestic routes increasing by up to four times their usual levels.

The rise in demand for travel during the festive season has pushed fares sharply higher on flights to several popular destinations in Tamil Nadu.

Chennai–Madurai Flight Tickets

The usual fare for a flight from Chennai to Madurai, around ₹4,730, has increased to as much as ₹16,700.

Chennai–Tiruchirappalli Flight Tickets

Chennai–Tiruchirappalli fares, which typically cost around ₹4,640, have risen to approximately ₹14,683.

Chennai–Coimbatore Flight Tickets

The usual Chennai–Coimbatore fare of around ₹4,180 has climbed to approximately ₹14,607.

Diwali Travel Demand Drives Fare Hikes

The increase highlights the impact of festive-season demand on air travel. Passengers planning to fly during the Diwali holidays may need to compare fares across airlines and booking platforms and consider flexible travel dates to find more affordable options.