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AED 569+ Cheap flights to Chennai

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— MAA
28 Jun — 5 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Chennai in 2026

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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 29 May 2026.

Tue 9/608:55
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop8h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 24/622:05
MAA
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/5AED 1,204
Sun 14/615:30
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop7h 45m
Air India
Tue 23/609:35
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop9h 20m
Air India
Deal found 26/5AED 1,215
Thu 18/618:55
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop24h 00m
Air India
Thu 25/607:00
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop11h 55m
Air India
Deal found 26/5AED 1,219
Tue 2/608:55
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop8h 45m
Air India
Mon 8/621:05
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop21h 50m
Air India
Deal found 24/5AED 1,223
Thu 18/618:55
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop14h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 25/604:05
MAA
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/5AED 1,227
Fri 12/608:55
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop8h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 23/604:05
MAA
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/5AED 1,230
Mon 1/615:30
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop17h 20m
Air India
Thu 18/618:00
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop24h 55m
Air India
Deal found 24/5AED 1,234
Wed 10/608:55
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop8h 45m
Air India
Sun 14/606:55
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop8h 35m
Air India
Deal found 27/5AED 1,238
Mon 1/615:30
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop7h 45m
Air India
Sat 27/609:35
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop9h 20m
Air India
Deal found 27/5AED 1,245
Mon 1/615:30
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop22h 10m
Air India
Sun 28/606:55
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop8h 35m
Air India
Deal found 27/5AED 1,249
Fri 12/615:30
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop7h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 19/604:05
MAA
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/5AED 1,252

Find flight deals to Chennai

Find the latest flights to Chennai in 2026, 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 29 May 2026.

Return from

AED 1,204

One-way from

AED 569

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

AED 1,469

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,435 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 742 or less
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 9/6-24/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 50m total
  • Dubai to Chennai
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Air India
  • Air India
  • 8/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 45m total
  • Dubai to Chennai
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (AED 31 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Departure

Return

Price

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DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Thu 2/7

17:10-07:25

1 stop12h 45m

Chennai

Sun 30/8

15:30-21:25

1 stop7h 25m

AED 2,582

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Thu 2/7

23:40-11:10

1 stop10h 00m

Chennai

Sun 30/8

14:00-22:45

1 stop10h 15m

AED 2,611

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Mon 23/11

13:10-02:30

1 stop11h 50m

Chennai

Tue 24/11

04:05-15:55

2 stops13h 20m

AED 2,894

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Wed 22/7

11:45-02:40

1 stop13h 25m

Chennai

Wed 19/8

03:55-11:40

1 stop9h 15m

AED 3,173
Fastest return journey

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Thu 2/7

21:00-02:30

Nonstop4h 00m

Chennai

Sun 30/8

04:05-06:40

Nonstop4h 05m

AED 3,353

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Wed 16/9

07:30-10:20

2 stops25h 20m

Chennai

Sun 20/9

20:40-00:20

2 stops29h 10m

AED 3,389

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Sat 29/8

13:50-10:20

2 stops19h 00m

Chennai

Thu 10/9

21:40-00:20

2 stops28h 10m

AED 3,389

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Fri 14/8

13:50-11:10

2 stops19h 50m

Chennai

Mon 31/8

18:00-00:20

2 stops31h 50m

AED 3,393

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Tue 21/7

10:55-02:50

2 stops14h 25m

Chennai

Thu 30/7

03:55-10:15

1 stop7h 50m

AED 3,452

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Mon 22/6

08:30-15:05

2 stops29h 05m

Chennai

Mon 29/6

20:40-06:55

2 stops35h 45m

AED 3,474

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Chennai, you should look to book at least 89 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.

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 29 May 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Oman Air,Emirates, andEtihad Airways to India. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
130 reviews
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Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
130 reviews
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
130 reviews
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Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,574 reviews
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
130 reviews
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Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,445 reviews
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
130 reviews
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Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
561 reviews
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
130 reviews
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Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,961 reviews
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
130 reviews
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Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.7

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

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 3 daily flights from 10 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, Etihad Airways 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 170, while return flights cost around AED 540.

  • How much is a return flight to Chennai?

    A return flight to Chennai will typically cost around AED 540, however they can be found for as little as AED 540.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Chennai depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Chennai, Dubai Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (3 hours 45 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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