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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight to Chennai Airport? If you want to travel to Chennai Airport next month, round-trip fares start from AED 692. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Chennai.AED 528 per passenger.Departing Fri, Feb 6, returning Sat, Feb 14.Round-trip flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departing from Dubai on Fri, Feb 6, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departing from Chennai on Sat, Feb 14, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 528, select.

Chennai.AED 600 per passenger.Departing Tue, Mar 3, returning Sun, Mar 8.Round-trip flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departing from Dubai on Tue, Mar 3, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departing from Chennai on Sun, Mar 8, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 600, select.

Chennai.AED 625 per passenger.Departing Wed, Feb 18, returning Wed, Mar 18.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Dubai Bus Station on Wed, Feb 18, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Chennai on Wed, Mar 18, arriving in Dubai Bus Station.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 625, select.

Chennai.AED 626 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jan 28, returning Thu, Feb 12.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Dubai Bus Station on Wed, Jan 28, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Chennai on Thu, Feb 12, arriving in Dubai Bus Station.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 626, select.

Chennai.AED 632 per passenger.Departing Sat, Mar 7, returning Wed, Apr 29.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Dubai Bus Station on Sat, Mar 7, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Chennai on Wed, Apr 29, arriving in Dubai Bus Station.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 632, select.

Chennai.AED 635 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jan 28, returning Sat, Mar 7.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Dubai Bus Station on Wed, Jan 28, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Chennai on Sat, Mar 7, arriving in Dubai Bus Station.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 635, select.

Chennai.AED 635 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jan 31, returning Thu, Apr 2.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Dubai Bus Station on Sat, Jan 31, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Chennai on Thu, Apr 2, arriving in Dubai Bus Station.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 635, select.

Chennai.AED 635 per passenger.Departing Sat, Mar 7, returning Sat, May 2.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Dubai Bus Station on Sat, Mar 7, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Chennai on Sat, May 2, arriving in Dubai Bus Station.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 635, select.

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Airports near Chennai

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Direct flights to Chennai

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight to Chennai?

The average flight time to Chennai is 4 hours and 14 minutes. We've calculated this based on journeys from Abu Dhabi.

Which airlines offer direct flights to Chennai?

Etihad Airways, Emirates, IndiGo, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, Air Arabia, Air India and Akasa Air all fly non-stop to Chennai.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Chennai?

The cheapest month to fly to Chennai is usually February.

How can I find the best flight deal to Chennai?

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.

Can I get a direct flight to Chennai Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 6 minutes.

How much are round-trip flights to Chennai?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight to Chennai is AED 528. 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.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Chennai Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Chennai Airport is Friday, February 6, 2026.

When is the best time to book flights to Chennai?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with to Chennai?

Currently, IndiGo and Etihad Airways offer the cheapest flight tickets to Chennai.

Flying to Chennai

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	AED 528
Cheapest month to fly	February
Average flight time	4 hrs, 7 mins
Most popular airline	Etihad Airways
Average flights per week	104

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How to find cheap flights to Chennai Airport (MAA)

AED 528 is currently the cheapest price for a round-trip flight to Chennai Airport. For a one-way plane ticket to MAA, the lowest fare is AED 294.
Never pay more than you need by setting up a Price Alert for tickets to MAA. We'll do the monitoring for you, delivering updates when fares go down.
The sooner you book, the better. You might even be able to score some amazing early bird deals on tickets to Chennai, where Chennai Airport is located.
Click on the 'Add nearby airports' option and widen your search for cheap flights to Chennai. This will show you all the airports around your departure and destination points.
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Best time to go to Chennai

May is typically the cheapest month to hop on a flight to Chennai.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool if you're flexible with your dates. Browse fares for an entire month and find a flight to MAA that fits your budget and schedule.
July is the most popular month for flights to MAA. Go then if you're eager to explore Chennai in full swing.
The quietest time of the year to travel is April. Book your plane tickets to Chennai then and enjoy sightseeing at a more relaxed pace.
With averages of between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF), May is when Chennai is warmest. Schedule your visit around your weather preferences to get the most out of your time here.
Ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF), January sees the lowest temperatures.
With one day of rain on average, February is the driest month in Chennai.
The wettest time of year is October. Take your trip then and you can expect to get around 14 days of rainfall.

Traveling to Chennai Airport (MAA): What you need to know

Get to Chennai in a single journey. These are some of the airlines that offer direct flights to Chennai Airport:
If you want to jet off with the carrier with the fewest delays, book your MAA plane ticket with Servant Air, Inc.. Up to 98% of its flights to this airport arrive as planned.
MAA is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Be tucked up in bed shortly after your flight to MAA. Choose one of these stays near Chennai Airport and you'll be catching z's in no time:
Touch down and take off again in a car rental in MAA. Grab your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Rental and explore the lesser-explored corners of Chennai.
Chennai Airport has an on-time rating of 76%, which tells you how often flights get to their destination without delay. This can be handy to know if you're catching a tight connecting flight or have somewhere to be not long after landing.

Getting to central Chennai from Chennai Airport (MAA)

Central Chennai is about 19 kilometers from MAA.
If you're catching a cab after your flight to MAA, it'll take around 45 minutes to get to the center.
You can expect the ride to take roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
A good hotel can make all the difference. Unpack your bags at one of these traveler-approved options in Chennai:

Chennai highlights

Jump off your flight to Chennai and find your way to these well-known attractions:
- Meenakshi Temple: A classic spot to kick off your sightseeing, this landmark is around 3 kilometers north of the city center.
- Rajas Garden: Find a nice place to sit and enjoy some time out here while exploring Chennai. You'll find this park roughly 13 kilometers west of the center.
- Beautiful Beach: Take a tour of this landmark next. Around 13 kilometers south of the city center, it's also worth a visit to get the full Chennai experience.

How to get to Avadi from Chennai Airport (MAA)

Heading straight for Avadi? From MAA, it'll take around 1 hour to drive there. The city is about 32 kilometers from the airport.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes to make the trip.

Traveling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Pallāvaram

If Pallāvaram is your chosen stop, it's about 3 kilometers from Chennai Airport.

Explore more of India

There are plenty more places to explore in India, starting with Bengaluru. Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple are must-do's in this city, which is around 274 kilometers west of Chennai. Kempegowda International Airport (BLR) is the main airport of Bengaluru.
Salem is another standout destination in India and is roughly 257 kilometers south-west of Chennai. Hit some of the best spots right away at Meenakshi Amman Kovil, ISKCON and Eco Trekking (Starting Point).
Or head for Nellore, roughly 161 kilometers north of Chennai. Badshahi Masjid, Science Museum and Sai Baba Temple are among the many reasons to visit.