Singapore to Chennai (SIN–MAA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
SIN–MAA is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. IndiGo, Singapore Airlines and Air India lead the route. The flight covers 1,818 miles in approximately 4h 5m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6E IndiGo Also: QF | 20 | 32Q | 4h05 | – | – | QF |
| SQ Singapore Airlines Also: NH, NZ, VA | 20 | 359, 74Y, 787, 788 | 3h55-4h05 | – | – | NH, NZ, VA |
| AI Air India Also: NZ | 14 | 787, 7M8 | 4h05-4h10 | – | Star Alliance | NZ |
| TR Scoot | 4 | 788 | 4h05 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Chennai from Singapore
| Metric | SIN→MAA | KUL→MAA |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from SIN | – | 185 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 4 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 100 | 40 |
| Flight time | 4h 5m | 3h 35m |
Travel Essentials
SIN: +08 · MAA: IST
When it's 6:00 PM in Singapore, it's 3.5:00 PM in Chennai.
Singaporean passport holders need an eVisa to enter India. Apply online through the Indian government eVisa portal at least 4 days before departure. The eTourist Visa allows stays up to 90 days per visit. Options include 30-day (USD 25), 1-year, and 5-year eVisas with varying fees. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry with at least two blank pages.
MRT East West Line (Changi Airport branch) connects the airport to the city in 30–45 minutes from City Hall or Raffles Place (S$2.20–2.50 with EZ-Link). Trains run from 5:31am to 11:18pm (T1/T2/T3). Terminal 4 is served by a dedicated shuttle bus from T2.Taxis from Orchard Road cost S$20–35 and take 20–30 minutes. Grab is widely used and slightly cheaper. Airport surcharges apply for taxis departing from the city to the airport (S$3–5 depending on peak hours). The trip is short; Singapore's island geography keeps distances manageable.
SIN–MAA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SIN to MAA
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) and Chennai International Airport (MAA) are connected by nonstop service from IndiGo, Singapore Airlines, Air India and Scoot. With 100 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
SIN to MAA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SIN to MAA is about 4 hours 5 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,818 miles (2,925 km). There are approximately 100 weekly flights outbound and 67 return, totaling 167 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Kuala Lumpur, Penang and Tiruchirappalli. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Sepang (KUL).