Rome2Rio

How to get fromTokyo to Chennaiby plane, train, or bus

Find Transport to Chennai

See all options

There are 5 ways to get from Tokyo to Chennai by plane, train, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Fly Tokyo International Airport to Chennai International Airport

    best
    1. Fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane plane HND - MAA
    15h 21m
    ₹28,352–49,537

  2. Train to Narita International Airport, fly to Chennai International Airport

    cheapest
    1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to 空港第2ビル Narita Airport Terminal 2·3train train
    2. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane plane NRT - MAA
    15h 17m
    ₹26,718–60,938

  3. Train to Chūbu Centrair International Airport, fly to Chennai International Airport

    1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to Nagoyatrain train
    2. Fly from Chūbu Centrair International Airport (NGO) to Chennai International Airport (MAA)plane plane NGO - MAA
    18h

  4. Train to Narita International Airport, fly to Tirupati Airport, train

    1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to 空港第2ビル Narita Airport Terminal 2·3train train
    2. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Tirupati Airport (TIR)plane plane NRT - TIR
    3. Take the train from Renigunta Jn to Peramburtrain train
    21h 30m
    ₹39,999–87,298

  5. Train to Narita International Airport, fly to Pondicherry, bus

    1. Take the train from Tōkyō Station to 空港第2ビル Narita Airport Terminal 2·3train train
    2. Fly from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Pondicherry (PNY)plane plane NRT - PNY
    3. Take the bus from Kanachettikulam to Chennai PT- Dr. MGR Bus Standbus bus
    32h 2m
    ₹39,059–81,918

Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) flights

Calendar69Weekly Planes
Duration15h 18mAverage Duration
Ticket₹21,852Cheapest Price
See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Tokyo to Chennai.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 6,472.8 km
  • Duration: 15h 21m

What companies run services between Tokyo, Japan and Chennai, India?

Cathay Pacific, Japan Airlines, and five other airlines fly from Tokyo International Airport (HND) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) every 3 hours.

Airlines
Train operators
Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around India

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Related travel guides