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Cheap flights from the United Arab Emirates to Chennai from AED 481

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 8/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — MAA
11 Jun — 18 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from United Arab Emirates to Chennai

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Cheapest flights from United Arab Emirates to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from United Arab Emirates to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 May 2026.

Wed 13/519:20
AUH
-
MAA
1 stop8h 30m
Gulf Air
Mon 15/606:10
MAA
-
AUH
1 stop23h 35m
Gulf Air
Deal found 11/5AED 1,102
Sat 6/623:50
AUH
-
MAA
1 stop19h 30m
Gulf Air
Mon 13/706:10
MAA
-
AUH
1 stop18h 25m
Gulf Air
Deal found 9/5AED 1,109
Sun 7/608:55
AUH
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 15m
Etihad Airways
Sun 14/615:40
MAA
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/5AED 1,113
Sun 7/623:50
AUH
-
MAA
1 stop28h 00m
Gulf Air
Sun 14/621:35
MAA
-
AUH
1 stop22h 30m
Gulf Air
Deal found 10/5AED 1,120
Sun 17/507:35
AUH
-
MAA
1 stop11h 45m
Gulf Air
Sun 14/621:35
MAA
-
AUH
1 stop27h 00m
Gulf Air
Deal found 9/5AED 1,124
Tue 9/602:35
AUH
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 20m
Etihad Airways
Sun 14/615:40
MAA
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/5AED 1,135
Sat 30/507:35
AUH
-
MAA
1 stop11h 45m
Gulf Air
Sun 21/621:35
MAA
-
AUH
1 stop27h 00m
Gulf Air
Deal found 11/5AED 1,138
Tue 9/619:20
AUH
-
MAA
1 stop8h 30m
Gulf Air
Tue 16/606:10
MAA
-
AUH
1 stop23h 35m
Gulf Air
Deal found 12/5AED 1,142
Sun 14/608:55
AUH
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 15m
Etihad Airways
Thu 18/615:40
MAA
-
AUH
Nonstop5h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/5AED 1,149
Mon 8/612:10
SHJ
-
MAA
1 stop13h 00m
Qatar Airways
Thu 18/604:20
MAA
-
SHJ
1 stop6h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/5AED 1,157
Sun 7/623:50
AUH
-
MAA
1 stop28h 00m
Gulf Air
Sat 27/621:35
MAA
-
AUH
1 stop27h 00m
Gulf Air
Deal found 10/5AED 1,160
Sun 7/611:00
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop9h 50m
Air India
Sun 14/609:35
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop25h 55m
Air India
Deal found 10/5AED 1,164

Find flight deals from United Arab Emirates to Chennai

Keep the following information in mind while searching for United Arab Emirates to Chennai flight deals. Data was last updated 12 May 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 1,109

One-way from

AED 481

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

AED 1,436

Good round-trip deal

AED 1,368 or less

Good one-way deal

AED 685 or less
Gulf Air
  • Gulf Air
  • 6/6-13/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 55m total
  • United Arab Emirates to Chennai
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Gulf Air
  • Gulf Air
  • 8/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 30m total
  • United Arab Emirates to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (AED 686 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (AED 107 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from United Arab Emirates 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 May 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United Arab Emirates to Chennai that are best for you.

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Route

Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

SharjahChennai

SHJ - MAA

SHJMAA

Sharjah

Sat 10/10

21:45-03:25

Nonstop4h 10m

Chennai

Tue 17/11

03:40-06:30

Nonstop4h 20m

AED 1,304

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 5/6

08:55-14:40

Nonstop4h 15m

Chennai

Sun 7/6

15:40-18:55

Nonstop4h 45m

AED 1,484

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 19/5

08:50-15:05

Nonstop4h 45m

Chennai

Thu 4/6

15:40-19:25

Nonstop5h 15m

AED 1,590
Fastest return journey

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Sat 6/6

14:50-20:30

Nonstop4h 10m

Chennai

Sun 7/6

04:05-06:40

Nonstop4h 05m

AED 1,612

SharjahChennai

SHJ - MAA

SHJMAA

Sharjah

Sun 7/6

21:45-03:25

Nonstop4h 10m

Chennai

Sun 14/6

04:05-06:40

Nonstop4h 05m

AED 1,631

SharjahChennai

SHJ - MAA

SHJMAA

Sharjah

Fri 12/6

21:45-03:25

Nonstop4h 10m

Chennai

Tue 21/7

04:05-06:40

Nonstop4h 05m

AED 1,649

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 19/5

08:50-15:05

Nonstop4h 45m

Chennai

Fri 5/6

04:05-06:50

Nonstop4h 15m

AED 1,774

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Tue 14/7

10:50-05:20

1 stop17h 00m

Chennai

Fri 31/7

06:10-18:10

1 stop13h 30m

AED 1,891

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 30/6

02:35-08:25

Nonstop4h 20m

Chennai

Fri 7/8

16:05-18:55

Nonstop4h 20m

AED 1,913

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 28/6

12:25-02:40

1 stop12h 45m

Chennai

Wed 5/8

03:55-10:55

1 stop8h 30m

AED 1,972

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Best time to book a flight from United Arab Emirates to Chennai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United Arab Emirates to Chennai

How far ahead should I book a flight from United Arab Emirates to Chennai?

Booking 78 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from United Arab Emirates to Chennai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from United Arab Emirates to Chennai?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Arab Emirates to Chennai (average of AED 400). Flying from United Arab Emirates to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,495). 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 AE to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from United Arab Emirates 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 May 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from United Arab Emirates to Chennai in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 22% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from United Arab Emirates to Chennai

Explore weekly flight availability from United Arab Emirates 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 May 2026.

The most flights from AE0 to MAA are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How often are flights from the United Arab Emirates to Chennai delayed?

About 18% of weekly flights between United Arab Emirates and Chennai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 107 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United Arab Emirates to Chennai flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday 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 the United Arab Emirates to Chennai flights?

Over the past year, Etihad Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

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 May 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from the United Arab Emirates to Chennai, such as Emirates,Etihad Airways, andIndiGo. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,437 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
559 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,957 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

DXB - MNL

I didn't expect any problems and I never got any

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Chennai from United Arab Emirates?

    Located just 16.5 km from the city centre, Chennai (MAA) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chennai from United Arab Emirates.

  • How popular is this United Arab Emirates to Chennai flight route?

    Within the past month, 3,816 users have taken a look at flights from United Arab Emirates to Chennai.

  • How long is the flight from United Arab Emirates to Chennai?

    Departing from United Arab Emirates to Chennai will take you 4h 10m. The distance between United Arab Emirates and Chennai is about 2921 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from United Arab Emirates to Chennai one-way?

    AED 205 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Salam Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Etihad Airways and Air India, with prices starting from AED 207 and AED 248, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from United Arab Emirates to Chennai?

    While some choose either Sharjah - Chennai or Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Chennai, Dubai Intl - Chennai is the most popular route from United Arab Emirates to Chennai.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from United Arab Emirates to Chennai?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from United Arab Emirates to Chennai consider choosing Emirates(82%), Air India(0%) or Air India Express(0%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from United Arab Emirates to Chennai?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from United Arab Emirates to Chennai? While on average our users pay AED 1,154, our data indicates the cheapest price to be AED 678. The most popular route (Dubai Intl - Chennai), is priced around AED 1,171.

  • Can I find deals for flights from United Arab Emirates to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on United Arab Emirates to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from United Arab Emirates to Chennai?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from United Arab Emirates to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Arab Emirates 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 United Arab Emirates to Chennai?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Arab Emirates to Chennai (average of AED 400). Flying from United Arab Emirates to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of AED 1,495). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from United Arab Emirates to Chennai

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from United Arab Emirates 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 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapestAED 334AverageAED 929FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ArabiaCheapestAED 447AverageAED 1,119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Oman AirCheapestAED 500AverageAED 1,008FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air IndiaCheapestAED 518AverageAED 990FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air Arabia Abu DhabiCheapestAED 648AverageAED 1,196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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IndiGoCheapestAED 657AverageAED 1,148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Kuwait AirwaysCheapestAED 688AverageAED 1,096FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time64%
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Gulf AirCheapestAED 764AverageAED 1,207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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SriLankan AirlinesCheapestAED 817AverageAED 1,657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestAED 1,060AverageAED 1,379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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