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Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai from AED 308

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 10/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUH — MAA
17 Jun — 24 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Chennai are usually found in September or February, booked 24 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Abu Dhabi to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Chennai (MAA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 12 June 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 768

One-way from

AED 308

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

AED 1,766

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,135 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 444 or less
Air India
  • Air India
  • 22/7-28/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 20m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Chennai
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Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
  • Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
  • 10/8
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 20m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price (AED 1,219 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (AED 213 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
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Cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Abu Dhabi to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 June 2025.

Sat 14/603:45AUH - MAA
1 stop10h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 19/621:50MAA - AUH
Nonstop4h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/6AED 760
Tue 22/700:15AUH - MAA
1 stop7h 10mAir India
Sun 27/719:50MAA - AUH
1 stop28h 55mAir India
Deal found 11/6AED 775
Thu 12/621:55AUH - MAA
1 stop9h 05mIndiGo
Wed 18/600:40MAA - AUH
Nonstop4h 20mIndiGo
Deal found 11/6AED 856
Tue 17/614:10AUH - MAA
Nonstop4h 20mEtihad Airways
Sat 21/610:05MAA - AUH
Nonstop4h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 10/6AED 947
Tue 22/722:35AUH - MAA
Nonstop4h 20mAir Arabia Abu Dhabi
Sun 27/702:55MAA - AUH
Nonstop4h 15mAir Arabia Abu Dhabi
Deal found 12/6AED 999

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customise your flight search to find flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 220,657 searches. Data last updated 12 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai that are best for you.

Fly from

Abu Dhabi

Fly to

Chennai

Route

Departure

Return

Price

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 22/7

20:00-15:30

1 stop18h 00m

Chennai

Mon 28/7

15:25-23:15

1 stop9h 20m

AED 768

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 22/7

20:50-07:00

1 stop8h 40m

Chennai

Mon 28/7

09:55-22:00

1 stop13h 35m

AED 771

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 22/7

22:35-04:25

Nonstop4h 20m

Chennai

Mon 28/7

05:05-07:50

Nonstop4h 15m

AED 999

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 25/7

02:35-08:30

Nonstop4h 25m

Chennai

Mon 22/9

10:15-12:55

Nonstop4h 10m

AED 1,058

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 9/7

21:55-12:00

1 stop12h 35m

Chennai

Tue 22/7

15:00-21:05

1 stop7h 35m

AED 1,160

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 26/7

19:20-20:50

1 stop24h 00m

Chennai

Mon 22/9

06:00-18:35

1 stop14h 05m

AED 1,285

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 10/8

22:35-04:25

Nonstop4h 20m

AED 308

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 7/9

00:15-15:30

1 stop13h 45m

AED 345

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 11/8

20:00-08:55

1 stop11h 25m

AED 386

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 12/9

08:50-14:45

Nonstop4h 25m

AED 408

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Best time to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chennai from Abu Dhabi with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai

How far ahead should I book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 9 June 2025.

The best time to book flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai is 24 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai (average of AED 235). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of AED 427). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AUH to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Abu Dhabi to Chennai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 June 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Abu Dhabi to Chennai in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 9% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Abu Dhabi to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Abu Dhabi to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 8 June 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Abu Dhabi to Chennai flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Abu Dhabi to Chennai

Explore weekly flight availability from Abu Dhabi to Chennai. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 12 June 2025.

The most flights from AUH to MAA are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

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 inches 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 12 June 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Akasa Air, Etihad Airways and Gulf Air from Abu Dhabi to Chennai. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Akasa Air
7.8
Good
Check prices

Food

7.1

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 1
8.0
Excellent

Mubasshir,Jul 2023

IXB - BOM

Crew need more training in handling passengers, passengers were roaming around during seat belt sign on.
Akasa Air
7.8
Good
Akasa Air
7.8
Good
Check prices

Food

7.1

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 1
8.0
Excellent

Mubasshir,Jul 2023

IXB - BOM

Crew need more training in handling passengers, passengers were roaming around during seat belt sign on.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,211 reviews
Akasa Air
7.8
Good
Check prices

Food

7.1

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 1
8.0
Excellent

Mubasshir,Jul 2023

IXB - BOM

Crew need more training in handling passengers, passengers were roaming around during seat belt sign on.
Gulf Air
7.1
Good
200 reviews
Akasa Air
7.8
Good
Check prices

Food

7.1

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 1
8.0
Excellent

Mubasshir,Jul 2023

IXB - BOM

Crew need more training in handling passengers, passengers were roaming around during seat belt sign on.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
74 reviews
Akasa Air
7.8
Good
Check prices

Food

7.1

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 1
8.0
Excellent

Mubasshir,Jul 2023

IXB - BOM

Crew need more training in handling passengers, passengers were roaming around during seat belt sign on.
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
477 reviews
Akasa Air
7.8
Good
Check prices

Food

7.1

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.5

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 1
8.0
Excellent

Mubasshir,Jul 2023

IXB - BOM

Crew need more training in handling passengers, passengers were roaming around during seat belt sign on.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Abu Dhabi to Chennai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Abu Dhabi to Chennai?

    To fly from Abu Dhabi to Chennai, you need to book a flight from Zayed Intl (AUH) to Chennai (MAA). Nonstop flights to Chennai from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl take 4h 00m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 5 outbound flights from Zayed Intl to Chennai offered by 7 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Abu Dhabi to Chennai flight route?

    The Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Chennai flight path was viewed by 2,760 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to Chennai round-trip?

    Air India, at AED 768, was found to be the cheapest airline from Abu Dhabi to Chennai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air Arabia Abu Dhabi and Etihad Airways. Air India is currently priced 32% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Abu Dhabi to Chennai one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as AED 308 on Air Arabia Abu Dhabi. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air India from AED 345 and Air India Express from AED 411 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Abu Dhabi to Chennai?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Abu Dhabi to Chennai on time: IndiGo (98%), KLM (93%), Etihad Airways (93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai?

    While on average a flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai is generally AED 1,000, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is AED 298. When looking at the most popular route, (Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Chennai), you can expect to pay AED 687 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Abu Dhabi to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Abu Dhabi to Chennai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai (average of AED 235). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of AED 427). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Choose from the following airlines for your flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 12 June 2025.
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Top 7 airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to Chennai

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 220,657 searches. Data last updated 12 June 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VistaraCheapestAED 433AverageAED 597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air Arabia Abu DhabiCheapestAED 674AverageAED 1,104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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IndiGoCheapestAED 681AverageAED 1,099FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 683AverageAED 1,191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air IndiaCheapestAED 758AverageAED 1,104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapestAED 1,230AverageAED 1,395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapestAED 1,372AverageAED 2,048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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