Cheap flights from Chennai to Rome
No nonstop flights link Chennai and Rome, so every itinerary connects at least once and the travel day is longer than the time in the air. Cheap flights from Chennai to Rome are therefore as much about choosing the right connection as the date. Chennai International is the only departure airport, while Rome can mean either Ciampino or Fiumicino, so check the airport code before you book.
Prices found on this route
Lowest fare found per airline in recent searches — click to search that date on kissandfly.com
| Airline | Flight | Rating | Date | Price from | Search |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.6 | 21 Feb 2027 | from $317 | Search 21 Feb 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.5 | 29 Dec 2026 | from $363 | Search 29 Dec 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.2 | 28 Dec 2026 | from $420 | Search 28 Dec 2026 | |
| with a stop | — | 13 Jan 2027 | from $427 | Search 13 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.1 | 13 Jan 2027 | from $447 | Search 13 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 13 Jan 2027 | from $508 | Search 13 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 3.9 | 13 Jan 2027 | from $520 | Search 13 Jan 2027 | |
| with a stop | — | 28 Dec 2026 | from $566 | Search 28 Dec 2026 | |
| with a stop | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 28 Dec 2026 | from $585 | Search 28 Dec 2026 | |
| with a stop | — | 28 Dec 2026 | from $599 | Search 28 Dec 2026 |
Source: fares found by Tickets Travel Network search engines, snapshot of 3 November 2026. Prices are converted to USD at an approximate rate; the exact price is shown on the booking site.
Price by month
Lowest fare found for each month in recent searches. Cheapest month: April — from $302.
| Month | Price from | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | from $356 | 16 Nov 2026 | |
| December 2026 | from $369 | 20 Dec 2026 | |
| January 2027 | from $427 | 13 Jan 2027 | |
| February 2027 | from $448 | 20 Feb 2027 | |
| March 2027 | from $356 | 2 Mar 2027 | |
| April 2027 | from $302 | 25 Apr 2027 | |
| June 2027 | from $351 | 24 Jun 2027 | |
| July 2027 | from $335 | 21 Jul 2027 | |
| September 2027 | from $448 | 4 Sept 2027 |
Airports on this route
Distances are straight-line from the city centre
Route on the map
When to fly
Rome's spring and autumn daylight is comfortable for sightseeing, summer days are long and hot, winter days are short, and because the month changes both the trip and the fare, April is the cheapest month in the listed data while June and July are summer months and December and January sit around the winter holidays. The calendar also lists October, November, February, March and September. Weekday and weekend prices can differ, so test nearby dates; book ahead for April if it suits you, and earlier for December and summer dates.
Airlines and what to expect
All ten listed carriers operate this route with at least one connection, because there are no direct flights between Chennai and Rome: Kuwait Airways, Oman Air, Biman Bangladesh Airline, Emirates, Lufthansa, British Airways, Srilankan Airlines, Gulf Air, Air Arabia and Thai Airways Intl. What differs is the fare itself, so compare checked baggage, meals, seat choice and change rules on the exact ticket rather than the headline price.
Arriving — Rome
You may land at either Fiumicino or Ciampino, so check the airport code before you travel; Fiumicino is the larger airport west of Rome, while Ciampino is the smaller airport nearer the city. From either, trains, buses, taxis and airport shuttles run into town, and a late arrival can mean fewer transport options, so allow time for the transfer and for passport control.
Before you go: Italy
- Currency
- EUR (€)
- Power sockets
- Type C, F, L · 230 V
- Language
- Italian
- Emergency number
- 112, 113, 115
- Driving side
- right
- Calling code
- +39
- Internet domain
- .it
- EU / Schengen
- EU member, Schengen area
- Population of Rome
- 2.7 M (2023)
- Time zone
- UTC+01 (Europe/Rome)
Country facts: Wikidata
Check before you book
- Check passport validity and any visa or entry rules for Italy before you book.
- Confirm whether your ticket names Ciampino or Fiumicino.
- If you book separate tickets for the connection, allow enough transfer time and check baggage rules.
- Compare checked baggage, meals and seat choice on the fare you pick.
- Test nearby dates in the price calendar, including weekdays.
- Keep an eye on April, June, July, December and January when planning.
Frequently asked questions
Chennai – Rome: when is it cheapest to fly?
The lowest price in recent searches was found for April 2027 — $302. Prices change daily; check the live price in the search.
Chennai – Rome: which airlines fly this route?
Airlines with offers on this route: Kuwait Airways, Gulf Air, Oman Air, Indigo, Air Arabia, Emirates, Air India, Akasa Air, Etihad Airways, Biman Bangladesh Airline.
Chennai – Rome: are there direct flights?
Only connecting flights were available in recent searches.
How long is the flight from Chennai to Rome?
The distance is about 7,209 km, so a non-stop flight takes roughly 9 h 14 min. Only connecting flights were found recently; a stop adds a few hours.
Which airports serve Chennai – Rome?
Chennai: Chennai International (MAA). Rome: Ciampino (CIA), Fiumicino (FCO).
What is the time difference between Chennai and Rome?
Rome is 3.5 h behind Chennai.
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