Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Chennai from AED 544
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.
DXB — MAA
9 Sep — 16 Sep1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Chennai are usually found in February or October, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Monday
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Cheapest flights from Dubai to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dubai to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 August 2026.
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Deal found 7/8AED 1,161
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Deal found 5/8AED 1,179
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Deal found 6/8AED 1,183
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Deal found 6/8AED 1,186
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Deal found 6/8AED 1,190
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Deal found 5/8AED 1,194
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Deal found 7/8AED 1,201
Best flights from Dubai to Chennai
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Dubai to Chennai that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 10 August 2026.
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Deal found 6/8AED 1,282
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Deal found 6/8AED 1,363
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Deal found 4/8AED 1,374
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Deal found 8/8AED 1,767
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Deal found 6/8AED 1,333
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Deal found 9/8AED 1,432
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Deal found 7/8AED 2,398
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Deal found 9/8AED 3,610
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Deal found 8/8AED 3,713
Direct flights from Dubai to Chennai
Explore direct flight options from Dubai to Chennai based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 10 August 2026.
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Deal found 7/8AED 1,205
Last-minute flights from Dubai to Chennai
Discover last-minute flight deals from Dubai to Chennai. Data last updated 10 August 2026 and is based on user searches.
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Deal found 6/8AED 1,186
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Deal found 5/8AED 1,201
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Deal found 6/8AED 1,183
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Deal found 5/8AED 1,179
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Deal found 5/8AED 1,194
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One-way flights from Dubai to Chennai
Search for one-way flight options from Dubai to Chennai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 10 August 2026.
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Deal found 8/8AED 544
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Deal found 7/8AED 558
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Deal found 6/8AED 566
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Deal found 7/8AED 569
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Deal found 7/8AED 573
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Deal found 6/8AED 580
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Deal found 7/8AED 591
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Deal found 9/8AED 595
Find flight deals from Dubai to Chennai
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Dubai 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 10 August 2026.
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DXB Dubai Intl - MAA Chennai
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Fri 4/9
10:50-20:50
1 stop8h 30m
Chennai
Mon 5/10
06:10-03:30
1 stop22h 50m
AED 1,282
DubaiChennai
DXB Dubai Intl - MAA Chennai
DXBMAA
Dubai Intl
Mon 31/8
12:55-05:20
1 stop14h 55m
Chennai
Sat 3/10
21:35-03:30
1 stop7h 25m
AED 1,333
DubaiChennai
DXB Dubai Intl - MAA Chennai
DXBMAA
Dubai Intl
Fri 4/9
11:00-07:25
1 stop18h 55m
Chennai
Thu 1/10
08:15-09:50
1 stop27h 05m
AED 1,363
Fastest return journey
DubaiChennai
DXB Dubai Intl - MAA Chennai
DXBMAA
Dubai Intl
Sun 25/10
02:50-08:15
Nonstop3h 55m
Chennai
Fri 30/10
09:50-12:40
Nonstop4h 20m
AED 1,374
DubaiChennai
DXB Dubai Intl - MAA Chennai
DXBMAA
Dubai Intl
Thu 24/12
11:00-14:20
1 stop25h 50m
Chennai
Sat 26/12
07:20-10:00
1 stop28h 10m
AED 1,432
DubaiChennai
DXB Dubai Intl - MAA Chennai
DXBMAA
Dubai Intl
Fri 28/8
13:15-02:50
1 stop12h 05m
Chennai
Sun 13/9
11:00-21:25
2 stops11h 55m
AED 1,767
DubaiChennai
DXB Dubai Intl - MAA Chennai
DXBMAA
Dubai Intl
Sat 12/12
14:45-20:10
Nonstop3h 55m
Chennai
Mon 14/12
09:50-12:40
Nonstop4h 20m
AED 2,398
DubaiChennai
DXB Dubai Intl - MAA Chennai
DXBMAA
Dubai Intl
Sat 29/8
13:50-12:45
2 stops21h 25m
Chennai
Sun 4/10
15:30-12:20
2 stops22h 20m
AED 3,504
DubaiChennai
DXB Dubai Intl - MAA Chennai
DXBMAA
Dubai Intl
Sat 31/10
15:05-14:20
2 stops21h 45m
Chennai
Sun 29/11
15:00-13:25
2 stops23h 55m
AED 3,610
DubaiChennai
DXB Dubai Intl - MAA Chennai
DXBMAA
Dubai Intl
Thu 3/9
13:50-14:50
2 stops23h 30m
Chennai
Wed 16/9
23:45-00:20
2 stops26h 05m
AED 3,632
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Dubai to Chennai?
The price you pay for your flight from Dubai to Chennai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 69 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dubai to Chennai?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Chennai (average of AED 1,006). Flying from Dubai to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,814). 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 DXB to MAA?
Find hourly flight availability from Dubai 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 10 August 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Dubai to Chennai as you normally would.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Dubai to Chennai?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Dubai to Chennai flights typically cost between AED 1,142 and AED 1,620 in September.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was AED 1,161 on IndiGo (9 Sep–24 Sep).
Weekly flight availability from Dubai to Chennai
Explore weekly flight availability from Dubai 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 10 August 2026.
The most flights from DXB to MAA are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).
How often are flights from Dubai to Chennai delayed?
About 19% of weekly flights between Dubai and Chennai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 102 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Dubai to Chennai flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Dubai to Chennai flights?
Over the past year, Air India have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 16% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Dubai to Chennai?
Share of one-stop return flights from Dubai to Chennai chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Abu Dhabi (AUH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 51% of one-stop itineraries from Dubai to Chennai on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Dubai to Chennai?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Dubai to Chennai, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Abu Dhabi (AUH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of AED 1,024.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Dubai to Chennai?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Dubai to Chennai, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Colombo (CMB) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 9h 18m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Dubai to Chennai?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Dubai to Chennai, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Colombo (CMB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 3h 04m.
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 10 August 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Oman Air, andEtihad Airways from Dubai to Chennai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
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What airports do I use to fly from Dubai to Chennai?
To fly from Dubai to Chennai, you need to book a flight from Dubai Intl (DXB) to Chennai (MAA). Nonstop flights to Chennai from Dubai Intl take 3h 45m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 4 outbound flights from Dubai Intl to Chennai offered by 10 different airlines.
How popular is this Dubai to Chennai flight route?
Flights from Dubai Intl to Chennai have been viewed 3,074 times in the past calendar month.
How long is the flight from Dubai to Chennai?
A quick flight from Dubai to Chennai can take about 3h 55m. Gulf Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as AED 1,374. The distance between Dubai and Chennai is about 2931 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to Chennai round-trip?
Etihad Airways, at AED 354, was found to be the cheapest airline from Dubai to Chennai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air Arabia and Oman Air. Etihad Airways is currently priced 73% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Dubai to Chennai one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is Etihad Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as AED 209. However, be on the lookout for offers from Salam Air and Air India Express, as they are both options that can get you from Dubai to Chennai for a low price.
What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to Chennai?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for AED 560. While the most popular route (Dubai Intl - Chennai) can be booked for AED 1,014 on average, our data indicates AED 1,101 when flying from Dubai to Chennai.
Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Dubai to Chennai?
Most of the time, Dubai to Chennai flights that have stopovers will stop in Abu Dhabi. Abu Dhabi is followed by Muscat in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Dubai to Chennai. Colombo comes in third as the most popular stopover location on Dubai to Chennai flights.
What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Abu Dhabi?
Most Abu Dhabi visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Yas Waterworld, Sheikh Zayed Mosque, and Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental. Travellers on a stopover Abu Dhabi can visit Yas Waterworld, Sheikh Zayed Mosque, and Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, by traveling 8.0 km, 18.0 km, and 34.0 km, respectively after landing at Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Abu Dhabi can rent a car from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl for about AED 70 per day.
Where are the least popular stopover locations for Dubai to Chennai flights?
Dubai to Chennai flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Manama. New Delhi is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from Dubai to Chennai. Mumbai comes next as the third least popular stopover location for Dubai to Chennai flights.
Can I find deals for flights from Dubai to Chennai that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Dubai to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Dubai to Chennai?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Dubai to Chennai.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Dubai to Chennai?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dubai 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 Dubai to Chennai?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Chennai (average of AED 1,006). Flying from Dubai to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,814). 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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