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Flight deals from Dubai to Chennai

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Dubai Airport to Chennai Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from P17,498. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Chennai.P8,645 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Aug.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Dubai on Wed, 12 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,645, select.
Chennai.P8,705 per passenger.Departing Thu, 30 Jul.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Dubai on Thu, 30 Jul, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,705, select.
Chennai.P8,748 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Sep.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Dubai on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From P8,748, select.
Chennai.P9,576 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Oct.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Dubai on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From P9,576, select.
Chennai.P9,691 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Nov.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Dubai on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From P9,691, select.
Chennai.P10,318 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Feb.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Dubai on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From P10,318, select.
Chennai.P10,328 per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 Jan.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Dubai on Sat, 23 Jan, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From P10,328, select.
Chennai.P10,360 per passenger.Departing Thu, 22 Apr.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Dubai on Thu, 22 Apr, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From P10,360, select.
Chennai.P10,457 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 May.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Dubai on Fri, 7 May, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From P10,457, select.
Chennai.P10,473 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Mar.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Dubai on Thu, 4 Mar, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From P10,473, select.
Chennai.P10,721 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Nov.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Dubai on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From P10,721, select.
Chennai.P11,093 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Dec.One-way flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Dubai on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From P11,093, select.
Chennai.P11,227 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Jun.One-way flight with SpiceJet.Outbound indirect flight with SpiceJet, departs from Dubai on Mon, 22 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From P11,227, select.
Chennai.P11,665 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Dubai on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From P11,665, select.
Chennai.P12,203 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Jan.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Dubai on Tue, 26 Jan, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From P12,203, select.
Chennai.P12,222 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Feb.One-way flight with Emirates.Outbound direct flight with Emirates departs from Dubai on Thu, 25 Feb, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From P12,222, 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 August.
Jun
from P11,227
Jul
from P8,705
Aug
from P8,645
Sep
from P8,748
Oct
from P9,576
Nov
from P9,691
Dec
from P11,093
Jan
from P10,328
Feb
from P10,318
Mar
from P10,473
Apr
from P10,360
May
from P10,457

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Dubai to Chennai: Alternative routes

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Dubai to Chennai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP8,645
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time4 hrs, 1 min
Most popular airlineEmirates
Average flights per week29

Finding cheap flights from Dubai to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Dubai to Chennai is P16,623. 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 1 minute is the average flight time from Dubai to Chennai.
Emirates and IndiGo fly direct from Dubai to Chennai.
As of June 2026, there are 29 flights per week flying from Dubai to Chennai.
The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Chennai is usually December.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dubai Airport to Chennai Airport on Sunday, 27 December 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 1 minute.
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, Kuwait Airways and IndiGo offer the cheapest flight tickets to Chennai.

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

  • Jump on a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Chennai Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 5 minutes.

  • The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Dubai.

  • Every week, there are 35 Dubai Airport to Chennai Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board as early as possible, pick the 02:35 Emirates flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 23:10 with Air India.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your DXB to MAA flight.

  • During popular months like December, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.

  • A number of airlines offer direct flights from Dubai Airport to Chennai Airport, so jetting off to Chennai (and then visiting more of India!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:

  • The majority of travellers choose to fly with Emirates on this route.

  • Air India is the most punctual carrier that offers DXB to MAA flights, with 70.0% of its services reaching their destination on time.

  • We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Dubai Airport to Chennai Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between DXB and MAA include:

    • Hyderabad Airport

    • Muscat Airport

    • Pune Airport

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

  • P8,645 is the best price for a one-way Dubai Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Return flights start from P16,623. These fares can change based on demand and availability.

  • To secure cheap tickets from DXB to MAA, book your journey 11 months ahead of your planned departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Chennai Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Landing cheap flights from DXB to MAA is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new deal comes up.

  • Secure the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Dubai Airport to Chennai Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Dubai Airport, 71% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.

  • Dubai Airport is about 14 kilometers from central Dubai. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip on public transport takes about 35 minutes.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to DXB? If you've booked an early flight from Dubai Airport to Chennai Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • If you're getting in on a late Dubai Airport to Chennai Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near MAA:

  • Pick up a Chennai Airport rental car and discover Chennai and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Europcar and North Car Rental are popular outlets to choose from here.

  • Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Chennai Airport about three weeks in advance of your trip.

When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • January is the most popular month for flights from Dubai Airport to Chennai Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Chennai in September.

  • Book your flight from Dubai Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you want to go to Chennai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DXB to MAA in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.

Explore more of India

  • Bengaluru is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored once you've seen Chennai. Around 290 kilometers away to the west, popular attractions include Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.

  • Around 434 kilometers south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another essential stop in India. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Siruvani Falls and Dam and Sri Ranganathar Temple.

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