Flying from King Fahd International Airport (DMM) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from King Fahd International Airport to Chennai Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 55 minutes.
Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Chennai two hours 30 minutes ahead of Dammam.
Choose from three weekly King Fahd International Airport to Chennai Airport flights. The 16:55 departure with Air India Express is the earliest flight available. Air India Express operates the latest service of the day at 16:55.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your DMM to MAA flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Air India Express is your ticket to exploring Chennai (and maybe even some other exciting parts of India!). Browse the direct flights from King Fahd International Airport to Chennai Airport offered by this airline.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Air India Express on this route.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from King Fahd International Airport to Chennai Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between DMM and MAA:
Dubai Airport
Calicut International Airport
Muscat International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Fahd International Airport (DMM) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
P5,122 is the best price for a one-way King Fahd International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. A return flight starts from P12,460. These fares may change based on demand.
Book five months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from DMM to MAA.
The cheapest month for flights from King Fahd International Airport to Chennai Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about King Fahd International Airport (DMM)
83.88% of flights departing from King Fahd International Airport land at their destination on schedule. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of DMM.
Central Dammam to King Fahd International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 50 minutes on public transport.
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MAA if you're catching a late King Fahd International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own speed with a Chennai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and experience more of Chennai and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Chennai Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
From Chennai Airport, Chennai is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The quietest month for a flight from King Fahd International Airport to Chennai Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Chennai based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from King Fahd International Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DMM to MAA in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Chennai is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of India waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometres west of Chennai, a trip to Bengaluru will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another favourite stop in India. Start your sightseeing at Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.