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AED 386+ Cheap flights to Chennai

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Flights to Chennai in 2025

Find the latest flights to Chennai in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 220,657 searches and data was last updated on 25 March 2025.

Return from

AED 885

One-way from

AED 386

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

AED 1,256

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,000 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 445 or less
SriLankan Airlines
  • SriLankan Airlines
  • 21/4-28/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 30m total
  • Dubai to Chennai
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Air India
  • Air India
  • 15/4
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 20m total
  • Dubai to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price (AED 1,262 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (AED 196 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for return flights in March 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Dubai Intl to Chennai.
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Cheapest flights to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Chennai. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Mon 21/419:40DXB - MAA
Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 28/409:55MAA - DXB
1 stop13h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/3AED 885
Mon 21/410:50DXB - MAA
1 stop16h 50mGulf Air
Mon 28/406:00MAA - DXB
1 stop7h 35mGulf Air
Deal found 24/3AED 892
Fri 25/423:10DXB - MAA
Nonstop4h 20mAir India
Thu 12/618:35MAA - DXB
Nonstop4h 25mAir India
Deal found 23/3AED 907
Wed 26/311:45DXB - MAA
1 stop7h 15mIndiGo
Sun 30/306:15MAA - DXB
Nonstop4h 25mIndiGo
Deal found 25/3AED 962
Mon 21/423:00DXB - MAA
1 stop8h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Mon 28/409:55MAA - DXB
1 stop13h 15mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 24/3AED 1,047
Fri 25/406:05DXB - MAA
1 stop6h 55mOman Air
Sun 27/408:25MAA - DXB
1 stop26h 55mOman Air
Deal found 24/3AED 1,208
Sun 22/614:50DXB - MAA
Nonstop4h 10mEmirates
Fri 18/722:00MAA - DXB
Nonstop4h 15mEmirates
Deal found 24/3AED 1,256
Fri 4/400:05DXB - MAA
1 stop26h 50mSpiceJet
Mon 7/423:10MAA - DXB
1 stop25h 15mSpiceJet
Deal found 25/3AED 1,293
Thu 27/306:00DXB - MAA
1 stop17h 30mAir India Express
Mon 7/420:00MAA - DXB
1 stop13h 20mAir India Express
Deal found 24/3AED 1,307

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Dubai

Route

Departure

Return

Price

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Mon 21/4

19:40-01:25

Nonstop4h 15m

Chennai

Mon 28/4

09:55-21:40

1 stop13h 15m

AED 885

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Mon 21/4

10:50-05:10

1 stop16h 50m

Chennai

Mon 28/4

06:00-12:05

1 stop7h 35m

AED 892

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Fri 25/4

23:10-05:00

Nonstop4h 20m

Chennai

Thu 12/6

18:35-21:30

Nonstop4h 25m

AED 907

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Mon 21/4

23:00-08:50

1 stop8h 20m

Chennai

Mon 28/4

09:55-21:40

1 stop13h 15m

AED 1,047

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Mon 7/4

19:40-01:25

Nonstop4h 15m

Chennai

Fri 11/4

06:15-09:10

Nonstop4h 25m

AED 1,091

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Tue 8/4

04:05-21:15

1 stop15h 40m

Chennai

Sat 12/4

16:40-02:55

1 stop11h 45m

AED 1,153

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Fri 25/4

06:05-14:30

1 stop6h 55m

Chennai

Sun 27/4

08:25-09:50

1 stop26h 55m

AED 1,208

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Sun 22/6

14:50-20:30

Nonstop4h 10m

Chennai

Mon 7/7

04:00-06:40

Nonstop4h 10m

AED 1,256

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Fri 4/4

00:05-04:25

1 stop26h 50m

Chennai

Mon 7/4

23:10-22:55

1 stop25h 15m

AED 1,293

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Wed 7/5

11:45-02:50

1 stop13h 35m

Chennai

Sun 25/5

03:55-10:15

1 stop7h 50m

AED 1,517

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Best time to book a flight to Chennai

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Chennai

When is the best time to book a flight to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Dubai to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Chennai, you should look to book at least 37 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

How long is the flight to Chennai?

On average, a flight from Dubai to Chennai takes 4 hours 0 minutes. Flights to Chennai from other popular cities in United Arab Emirates will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Dubai to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Chennai should consider flying on Saturday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Friday at midday, when prices are usually at their highest.

Weekly flight availability to Chennai

The most flights from Dubai to Chennai are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Chennai?

The most popular airlines flying from Dubai to Chennai are Air India, Emirates and IndiGo.

Air India

Air India

From AED 235

Emirates

Emirates

From AED 314

IndiGo

IndiGo

From AED 234

Etihad Airways

Etihad Airways

From AED 142

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Chennai?

The cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Chennai are Etihad Airways, Air Arabia and Oman Air.

Rainfall in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chennai ranges from 10.0 - 330.0 mm per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 330.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Chennai when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chennai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 33.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 25.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chennai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chennai. Reviews last updated 25 March 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Qatar Airways and Gulf Air to Chennai. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
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Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
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Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,540 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Gulf Air
7.1
Good
200 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,190 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

FAQs about flying to Chennai

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chennai?

    Most people fly into Chennai (MAA) if they book a flight to Chennai. Chennai is conveniently located just 16.5 km from Chennai’s city centre. Booking flights from Dubai to Chennai should be relatively easy as there are 4 daily flights from 13 different airlines.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Chennai if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Chennai on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Chennai?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Vistara is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Chennai.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Chennai?

    Chennai is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Chennai. One-way flights to Chennai typically cost AED 121, while return flights cost around AED 494.

  • How much is a return flight to Chennai?

    A return flight to Chennai will typically cost around AED 392, however they can be found for as little as AED 134.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Chennai depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Chennai, Sharjah offers the quickest one-way flight (3 hours 50 minutes).

  • Does Chennai have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Chennai can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Chennai?

    Yes. Chennai has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Laurent & Benon Premium Service Apartment - Gst Road is the closest property to Chennai (0.0 km away from Chennai).

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