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AED 562+ 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 4/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— MAA
25 Aug — 1 Sep1
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 26 July 2026.

Sat 29/817:10
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop12h 45m
Oman Air
Wed 7/1015:30
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop7h 25m
Oman Air
Deal found 26/7AED 1,201
Sat 29/805:15
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop17h 30m
IndiGo
Wed 7/1006:20
MAA
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 05m
IndiGo
Deal found 25/7AED 1,205
Sat 29/805:15
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop12h 30m
IndiGo
Thu 17/906:20
MAA
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 05m
IndiGo
Deal found 25/7AED 1,208
Thu 29/1020:05
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop16h 45m
Oman Air
Sun 15/1115:00
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop8h 05m
Oman Air
Deal found 26/7AED 1,212
Sat 29/820:50
DXB
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 15m
IndiGo
Wed 30/906:20
MAA
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 05m
IndiGo
Deal found 26/7AED 1,216
Mon 7/920:50
DXB
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 15m
IndiGo
Mon 14/917:50
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop11h 55m
IndiGo
Deal found 24/7AED 1,219
Thu 3/920:50
DXB
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 15m
IndiGo
Wed 16/906:20
MAA
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 05m
IndiGo
Deal found 26/7AED 1,223
Wed 5/817:10
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop12h 45m
Oman Air
Sun 4/1008:15
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop14h 40m
Oman Air
Deal found 25/7AED 1,230
Wed 9/909:00
DXB
-
MAA
2 stops12h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 16/917:50
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop11h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7AED 1,234
Sat 29/811:00
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop26h 10m
Oman Air
Wed 30/908:15
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop8h 55m
Oman Air
Deal found 24/7AED 1,238
Mon 7/911:00
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop18h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 14/917:50
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop11h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7AED 1,241

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 26 July 2026.

Return from

AED 1,201

One-way from

AED 562

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

AED 1,814

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,370 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 623 or less
Oman Air
  • Oman Air
  • 29/8-7/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 20h 10m total
  • Dubai to Chennai
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IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 4/9
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 15m total
  • Dubai to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (AED 240 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (AED 47 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

Mon 11/1

14:45-20:10

Nonstop3h 55m

Chennai

Fri 15/1

21:45-00:45

Nonstop4h 30m

AED 1,374
Fastest return journey

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Mon 31/8

21:00-02:30

Nonstop4h 00m

Chennai

Tue 22/9

09:50-12:20

Nonstop4h 00m

AED 1,374

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Mon 11/1

13:20-02:15

1 stop11h 25m

Chennai

Fri 15/1

07:40-17:55

1 stop11h 45m

AED 1,377

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Sat 5/9

14:50-20:30

Nonstop4h 10m

Chennai

Mon 14/9

04:05-06:40

Nonstop4h 05m

AED 1,414

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Mon 31/8

22:20-07:25

1 stop7h 35m

Chennai

Mon 14/9

08:15-15:40

1 stop8h 55m

AED 1,418

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Sun 30/8

22:20-07:25

1 stop7h 35m

Chennai

Mon 14/9

08:15-09:50

1 stop27h 05m

AED 1,418

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Sat 12/12

11:00-06:40

1 stop18h 10m

Chennai

Mon 14/12

15:00-10:00

1 stop20h 30m

AED 1,421

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Thu 3/9

23:35-20:50

1 stop19h 45m

Chennai

Sat 19/9

21:35-03:30

1 stop7h 25m

AED 1,774

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Sat 29/8

23:25-13:30

2 stops12h 35m

Chennai

Wed 7/10

04:05-11:40

1 stop9h 05m

AED 2,134

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Mon 9/11

11:55-02:30

1 stop13h 05m

Chennai

Tue 24/11

04:05-15:55

2 stops13h 20m

AED 2,373

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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 69 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 26 July 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates,Oman Air, andEtihad Airways to India. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,636 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,636 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,636 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Oman Air
8.0
Very Good
133 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,636 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,486 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,636 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
580 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,636 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,955 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,636 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.

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 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 123, while return flights cost around AED 1,198.

  • How much is a return flight to Chennai?

    A return flight to Chennai will typically cost around AED 1,490, however they can be found for as little as AED 1,198.

  • 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 55 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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