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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Chennai from AED 279

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 25/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — MAA
17 Oct — 24 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Chennai are usually found in September or February, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Dubai to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dubai (DXB) 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 17 September 2025.

Round-trip from

AED 779

One-way from

AED 279

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

AED 900

Good round-trip deal

AED 904 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 330 or less
Salam Air
  • Salam Air
  • 4/10-26/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 25m total
  • Dubai to Chennai
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Salam Air
  • Salam Air
  • 25/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 6h 10m total
  • Dubai to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (AED 1,004 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (AED 138 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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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 17 September 2025.

Tue 16/920:00DXB - MAA
Nonstop4h 15mIndiGo
Wed 8/1006:20MAA - DXB
Nonstop4h 20mIndiGo
Deal found 15/9AED 734
Fri 19/923:10DXB - MAA
Nonstop4h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 26/904:20MAA - DXB
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9AED 775
Sat 4/1019:55DXB - MAA
1 stop6h 10mSalam Air
Sun 26/1004:20MAA - DXB
1 stop16h 15mSalam Air
Deal found 16/9AED 779
Sat 27/919:55DXB - MAA
1 stop6h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/1006:20MAA - DXB
Nonstop4h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9AED 782
Mon 29/923:10DXB - MAA
Nonstop4h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/1006:20MAA - DXB
Nonstop4h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9AED 786
Tue 16/923:10DXB - MAA
Nonstop4h 20mAir India
Wed 8/1018:35MAA - DXB
Nonstop4h 25mAir India
Deal found 15/9AED 797
Mon 13/1023:10DXB - MAA
Nonstop4h 20mAir India
Mon 20/1018:35MAA - DXB
Nonstop4h 25mAir India
Deal found 15/9AED 801
Sat 4/1008:00DXB - MAA
1 stop11h 20mGulf Air
Fri 31/1005:35MAA - DXB
1 stop8h 05mGulf Air
Deal found 15/9AED 804
Sat 27/920:00DXB - MAA
Nonstop4h 15mIndiGo
Sat 11/1006:20MAA - DXB
Nonstop4h 20mIndiGo
Deal found 16/9AED 808
Thu 25/919:55DXB - MAA
1 stop6h 10mSalam Air
Sun 28/904:20MAA - DXB
1 stop16h 05mSalam Air
Deal found 17/9AED 812
Wed 5/1107:45DXB - MAA
1 stop19h 30mGulf Air
Tue 11/1105:35MAA - DXB
1 stop14h 10mGulf Air
Deal found 15/9AED 815
Tue 30/923:10DXB - MAA
Nonstop4h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/1004:20MAA - DXB
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9AED 823

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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 17 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dubai to Chennai that are best for you.

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Departure

Return

Price

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Sun 8/3

17:15-06:30

1 stop11h 45m

Chennai

Thu 12/3

07:20-03:10

1 stop21h 20m

AED 826

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Sun 12/10

08:00-20:50

1 stop11h 20m

Chennai

Sat 18/10

21:35-20:15

1 stop24h 10m

AED 933

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Sat 27/9

08:00-20:50

1 stop11h 20m

Chennai

Sat 11/10

21:35-18:10

1 stop22h 05m

AED 933

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Wed 15/10

23:25-21:35

1 stop20h 40m

Chennai

Wed 22/10

18:50-21:35

Nonstop4h 15m

AED 962

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Sun 8/3

23:10-05:00

Nonstop4h 20m

Chennai

Thu 12/3

18:35-21:30

Nonstop4h 25m

AED 988

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Tue 16/12

08:50-22:55

2 stops12h 35m

Chennai

Sat 20/12

07:40-17:55

1 stop11h 45m

AED 1,146

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Thu 9/10

02:35-08:05

Nonstop4h 00m

Chennai

Fri 17/10

04:00-06:40

Nonstop4h 10m

AED 1,197

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Thu 22/1

00:05-12:45

1 stop11h 10m

Chennai

Sat 31/1

15:45-02:55

2 stops12h 40m

AED 1,223

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Sat 29/11

13:20-02:15

1 stop11h 25m

Chennai

Tue 2/12

03:15-12:20

1 stop10h 35m

AED 1,285

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Mon 29/9

23:10-05:00

Nonstop4h 20m

AED 301

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Best time to book a flight from Dubai to Chennai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Dubai to Chennai

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Dubai to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

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 37 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Chennai (average of AED 221). Flying from Dubai 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 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 17 September 2025.

When flying from Dubai to Chennai, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 22% versus a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Dubai to Chennai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Dubai to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

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

How much does it cost for a return flight from Dubai to Chennai?

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 17 September 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Etihad Airways, andIndiGo 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,336 reviews
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Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,336 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,336 reviews
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Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,250 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,336 reviews
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Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
IndiGo
6.9
Okay
484 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,336 reviews
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Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,930 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,336 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dubai 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 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 4h 00m 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 11 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Dubai to Chennai flight route?

    Flights from Dubai Intl to Chennai have been viewed 5,226 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 11h 20m. Oman Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as AED 933. 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?

    Salam Air, at AED 334, was found to be the cheapest airline from Dubai to Chennai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air Arabia and Etihad Airways. Salam Air is currently priced 72% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Dubai to Chennai?

    Before booking your flight to Chennai from Dubai, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air India (83%), IndiGo (62%), Emirates( 62%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to Chennai?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for AED 242. While the most popular route (Dubai Intl - Chennai) can be booked for AED 779 on average, our data indicates AED 782 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 Muscat. Muscat is followed by Abu Dhabi 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 points of interest to see during a stopover in Abu Dhabi?

    Most Abu Dhabi visitors opt to spend their time at Qasr al-Hosn, Yas Waterworld, and Emirates Park Zoo. Qasr al-Hosn, Yas Waterworld, and Emirates Park Zoo are located about 30.5 km, 8.0 km, and 12.8 km, respectively from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl. Travellers in need of a car in Abu Dhabi can rent one for about AED 71 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 New Delhi. Mumbai is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from Dubai to Chennai. Manama 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Chennai (average of AED 221). Flying from Dubai 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Salam AirCheapestAED 334AverageAED 762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air ArabiaCheapestAED 478AverageAED 1,151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 493AverageAED 833FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Oman AirCheapestAED 520AverageAED 1,018FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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VistaraCheapestAED 595AverageAED 635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Gulf AirCheapestAED 792AverageAED 1,072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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IndiGoCheapestAED 798AverageAED 1,242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air IndiaCheapestAED 866AverageAED 1,142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapestAED 936AverageAED 1,263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Kuwait AirwaysCheapestAED 1,026AverageAED 1,354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
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