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Flight deals from Dubai to Chennai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Dubai to Chennai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chennai.RM834 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Sep, returning Fri, 5 Sep.Return flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Dubai on Mon, 1 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Chennai on Fri, 5 Sep, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM834, select.
Chennai.RM843 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Nov, returning Thu, 27 Nov.Return flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Dubai on Thu, 20 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Chennai on Thu, 27 Nov, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM843, select.
Chennai.RM843 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Sep, returning Wed, 15 Oct.Return flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Dubai on Fri, 5 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Chennai on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM843, select.
Chennai.RM843 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct, returning Wed, 8 Oct.Return flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Dubai on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Chennai on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM843, select.
Chennai.RM844 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Oct, returning Thu, 13 Nov.Return flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Dubai on Fri, 24 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Chennai on Thu, 13 Nov, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM844, select.
Chennai.RM854 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Dec, returning Wed, 7 Jan.Return flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Dubai on Fri, 19 Dec, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Chennai on Wed, 7 Jan, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM854, select.
Chennai.RM856 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Nov, returning Thu, 4 Dec.Return flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Dubai on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Chennai on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM856, select.
Chennai.RM868 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Dec, returning Sun, 28 Dec.Return flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Dubai on Thu, 11 Dec, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Chennai on Sun, 28 Dec, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM868, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Chennai

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Dubai to Chennai flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from RM992
Aug
from RM1,070
Sep
from RM834
Oct
from RM843
Nov
from RM843
Dec
from RM868
Jan
from RM908
Feb
from RM949
Mar
from RM910
Apr
from RM982
May
from RM895
Jun
from RM1,521

Direct flights from Dubai to Chennai

Dubai to Chennai: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Dubai to Chennai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Chennai.

Dubai to Chennai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRM834
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time4 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airlineEmirates
Average flights per week26

Finding cheap flights from Dubai to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Dubai to Chennai is RM834. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 5 minutes is the average flight time from Dubai to Chennai.
Emirates, IndiGo and Air India fly direct from Dubai to Chennai.
As of July 2025, there are 26 flights per week flying from Dubai to Chennai.
The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Chennai is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dubai Airport to Chennai Airport on Monday, 1 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 5 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chennai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chennai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Oman Air and Air India offer the cheapest flight tickets to Chennai.

Travelling from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Chennai Airport is 4 hours 10 minutes.

  • Chennai is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Dubai and is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.

  • You can choose from 52 weekly Dubai Airport to Chennai Airport flights. The 02:45 departure with Emirates is the earliest flight you can take. Air India operates the last service of the day at 23:10.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your DXB to MAA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • During popular months like January, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.

  • You can travel nonstop to Chennai, India. Take to the skies with one of these airlines that offer direct flights from Dubai Airport to Chennai Airport:

  • The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is IndiGo.

  • Air India is the most punctual carrier offering DXB to MAA flights. An exceptional 80.33% of its services on this route land on time.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dubai Airport to Chennai Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between DXB and MAA:

    • Pune Airport

    • Rajiv Gandhi International Airport

    • Muscat International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • RM411 is the best price for a one-way Dubai Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Return flights start from RM834. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from DXB to MAA, book your journey five months before your departure date.

  • April is the cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Chennai Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from DXB to MAA.

  • Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Dubai Airport to Chennai Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • 74.31% of flights departing from Dubai Airport reach their destination on time.

  • Dubai Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip when using public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Dubai Airport to Chennai Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near DXB:

Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Dubai Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:

  • Explore without limits with a Chennai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and find adventure across Chennai and beyond.

  • Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Chennai Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.

Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai

  • Chennai Airport to the centre of Chennai has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.

  • Getting there by public transport takes about 50 minutes.

When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Dubai Airport to Chennai Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Chennai. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • The warmest month in Chennai is May, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from Dubai Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DXB to MAA in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.

Explore more of India

  • Bengaluru is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Chennai. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.

  • If you're eager to discover another side of India, head for Coimbatore, about 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple are highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from Dubai to Chennai

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