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AED 580+ 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 18/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— MAA
23 May — 30 May1
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 23 April 2026.

Thu 1/1018:55
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop10h 45m
Kuwait Airways
Fri 30/1007:40
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop11h 45m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 18/4AED 1,080
Fri 2/1018:55
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop10h 45m
Kuwait Airways
Mon 5/1003:25
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop10h 10m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 19/4AED 1,094
Sat 6/617:00
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop26h 20m
Gulf Air
Wed 24/606:10
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop7h 25m
Gulf Air
Deal found 19/4AED 1,120
Sun 29/1118:55
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop10h 15m
Kuwait Airways
Mon 30/1103:15
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop10h 35m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 20/4AED 1,127
Mon 7/920:50
DXB
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/1008:10
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop11h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/4AED 1,131
Thu 31/1218:55
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop10h 15m
Kuwait Airways
Sat 9/103:15
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop10h 35m
Kuwait Airways
Deal found 22/4AED 1,135
Sun 14/617:00
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop10h 50m
Gulf Air
Thu 25/606:10
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop11h 15m
Gulf Air
Deal found 23/4AED 1,138
Sun 7/608:00
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop11h 20m
Gulf Air
Wed 8/706:10
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop15h 35m
Gulf Air
Deal found 23/4AED 1,142
Thu 1/1014:50
DXB
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 30/1007:40
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop11h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4AED 1,168
Tue 9/621:00
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop6h 50m
Gulf Air
Tue 14/706:10
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop11h 15m
Gulf Air
Deal found 21/4AED 1,186
Sat 15/820:50
DXB
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 15/1022:05
MAA
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4AED 1,197

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 23 April 2026.

Return from

AED 1,080

One-way from

AED 580

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

AED 1,267

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,280 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 555 or less
Kuwait Airways
  • Kuwait Airways
  • 1/10-30/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 30m total
  • Dubai to Chennai
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IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 18/8
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 15m total
  • Dubai to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (AED 201 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (AED 30 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Dubai Intl to Chennai.
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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Wed 30/9

02:30-08:05

Nonstop4h 05m

Chennai

Wed 28/10

03:50-06:35

Nonstop4h 15m

AED 1,282

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Tue 26/5

13:05-02:25

1 stop11h 50m

Chennai

Mon 1/6

08:10-17:55

1 stop11h 15m

AED 1,976

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Thu 2/7

13:15-02:50

1 stop12h 05m

Chennai

Fri 21/8

04:20-11:40

1 stop8h 50m

AED 2,101

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Fri 8/5

14:50-20:30

Nonstop4h 10m

Chennai

Sun 31/5

04:05-06:40

Nonstop4h 05m

AED 2,152

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Sat 23/5

23:35-20:50

1 stop19h 45m

Chennai

Sun 31/5

21:35-15:55

1 stop19h 50m

AED 2,413
Fastest return journey

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Sat 23/5

21:00-02:30

Nonstop4h 00m

Chennai

Sun 31/5

04:05-06:40

Nonstop4h 05m

AED 2,831

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Thu 7/5

23:45-02:40

1 stop25h 25m

Chennai

Mon 11/5

21:05-22:15

2 stops26h 40m

AED 3,151

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Fri 19/6

13:50-15:05

2 stops23h 45m

Chennai

Sun 28/6

21:40-00:20

2 stops28h 10m

AED 3,291

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Thu 1/10

13:50-11:10

2 stops19h 50m

Chennai

Fri 30/10

21:40-00:50

2 stops28h 40m

AED 3,291

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Fri 19/6

10:30-11:10

2 stops23h 10m

Chennai

Fri 24/7

21:40-00:20

2 stops28h 10m

AED 3,291

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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 28 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 23 April 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
122 reviews
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Boarding

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.6

Crew

8.2
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
122 reviews
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
122 reviews
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Boarding

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.6

Crew

8.2
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,560 reviews
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
122 reviews
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Boarding

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.6

Crew

8.2
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,434 reviews
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
122 reviews
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Boarding

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.6

Crew

8.2
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
551 reviews
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
122 reviews
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Boarding

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.6

Crew

8.2
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,967 reviews
Oman Air
8.1
Very Good
122 reviews
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Boarding

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.6

Crew

8.2

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 171, while return flights cost around AED 893.

  • How much is a return flight to Chennai?

    A return flight to Chennai will typically cost around AED 1,419, however they can be found for as little as AED 893.

  • 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 (4 hours 0 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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