Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai from ₹ 8,534
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 15/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUH — MAA
10 Dec — 17 Dec1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Chennai are usually found in February or September, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Thursday
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Cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Abu Dhabi to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 November 2026.
Mon 16/1109:20 -
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Deal found 10/11₹ 23,163
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Deal found 8/11₹ 25,039
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Deal found 9/11₹ 25,789
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Deal found 7/11₹ 25,976
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Deal found 9/11₹ 26,164
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Deal found 7/11₹ 26,258
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Deal found 10/11₹ 26,445
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Thu 19/1117:25 -
1 stop7h 50m
Deal found 7/11₹ 26,539
Best flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Abu Dhabi to Chennai that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 10 November 2026.
Fri 20/1105:55 -
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Mon 30/1115:10 -
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Deal found 8/11₹ 26,164
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Deal found 9/11₹ 26,352
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Deal found 5/11₹ 26,352
Sun 22/1105:55 -
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Sun 29/1108:55 -
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Deal found 5/11₹ 26,445
Tue 24/1105:55 -
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Sat 28/1108:55 -
1 stop16h 20m
Deal found 9/11₹ 28,133
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Wed 18/1115:10 -
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Deal found 6/11₹ 28,602
Fri 20/1105:55 -
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Sat 5/1201:55 -
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Deal found 8/11₹ 29,540
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Wed 25/1110:20 -
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Deal found 6/11₹ 30,572
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Thu 10/1201:55 -
Nonstop4h 35m
Deal found 6/11₹ 31,228
Direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai
Explore direct flight options from Abu Dhabi to Chennai based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 10 November 2026.
Mon 16/1109:20 -
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Thu 26/1104:50 -
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Deal found 10/11₹ 25,883
Sun 15/1109:20 -
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Deal found 7/11₹ 26,258
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Deal found 5/11₹ 26,352
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Deal found 8/11₹ 26,633
Tue 17/1105:55 -
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Deal found 9/11₹ 27,102
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Deal found 8/11₹ 27,196
Tue 24/1105:55 -
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Fri 27/1101:55 -
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Deal found 9/11₹ 28,040
Tue 17/1109:25 -
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Deal found 9/11₹ 28,133
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Deal found 6/11₹ 28,227
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Fri 27/1116:10 -
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Deal found 8/11₹ 28,321
Sat 14/1105:55 -
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Wed 18/1116:05 -
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Deal found 6/11₹ 28,415
Last-minute flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai
Discover last-minute flight deals from Abu Dhabi to Chennai. Data last updated 10 November 2026 and is based on user searches.
Sun 15/1109:20 -
Nonstop4h 10m
Mon 30/1103:55 -
Nonstop4h 25m
Deal found 7/11₹ 26,258
Sun 15/1105:55 -
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Sun 29/1101:55 -
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Deal found 5/11₹ 26,352
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Deal found 10/11₹ 23,163
Mon 16/1109:20 -
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Fri 20/1116:10 -
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Deal found 8/11₹ 26,633
Mon 16/1109:20 -
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Fri 20/1117:25 -
1 stop7h 50m
Deal found 8/11₹ 27,196
Tue 17/1105:55 -
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Sat 21/1112:40 -
1 stop12h 35m
Deal found 9/11₹ 26,820
Thu 19/1105:55 -
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Sun 22/1116:20 -
1 stop8h 55m
Deal found 7/11₹ 27,008
Fri 20/1105:55 -
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1 stop10h 05m
Deal found 10/11₹ 26,070
One-way flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai
Search for one-way flight options from Abu Dhabi to Chennai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 10 November 2026.
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Deal found 9/11₹ 8,534
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Deal found 8/11₹ 11,722
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Deal found 5/11₹ 11,910
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Deal found 5/11₹ 12,379
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Deal found 9/11₹ 12,472
Fri 13/1105:55 -
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Deal found 10/11₹ 12,941
Thu 19/1105:55 -
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Deal found 7/11₹ 13,129
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Deal found 5/11₹ 13,223
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Deal found 8/11₹ 13,316
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Deal found 9/11₹ 13,410
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Deal found 6/11₹ 13,504
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Deal found 7/11₹ 13,692
Find flight deals from Abu Dhabi to Chennai
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Chennai (MAA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 10 November 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Abu Dhabi 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 10 November 2026.
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Abu DhabiChennai
AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - MAA Chennai
AUHMAA
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Sat 14/11
05:55-11:55
Nonstop4h 30m
Chennai
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:30
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 12,941
Abu DhabiChennai
AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - MAA Chennai
AUHMAA
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Fri 20/11
05:55-11:55
Nonstop4h 30m
Chennai
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:30
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 12,941
Abu DhabiChennai
AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - MAA Chennai
AUHMAA
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Fri 13/11
05:55-11:55
Nonstop4h 30m
Chennai
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:30
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 12,941
Abu DhabiChennai
AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - MAA Chennai
AUHMAA
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Fri 29/1
05:50-11:25
Nonstop4h 05m
Chennai
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:30
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 13,316
Fastest return journey
Abu DhabiChennai
AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - MAA Chennai
AUHMAA
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Thu 4/2
22:40-04:10
Nonstop4h 00m
Chennai
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:30
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 13,879
Abu DhabiChennai
AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - MAA Chennai
AUHMAA
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Sat 16/1
05:50-11:25
Nonstop4h 05m
Chennai
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:30
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 14,629
Abu DhabiChennai
AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - MAA Chennai
AUHMAA
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Sun 17/1
05:50-11:25
Nonstop4h 05m
Chennai
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:30
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 14,629
Abu DhabiChennai
AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - MAA Chennai
AUHMAA
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Tue 24/11
05:55-11:55
Nonstop4h 30m
Chennai
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:30
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 14,629
Abu DhabiChennai
AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - MAA Chennai
AUHMAA
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Thu 24/12
05:50-11:25
Nonstop4h 05m
Chennai
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:30
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 17,255
Abu DhabiChennai
AUH Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - MAA Chennai
AUHMAA
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Fri 25/12
05:50-11:25
Nonstop4h 05m
Chennai
Wed 31/12
00:00-22:30
Nonstop0h 00m
₹ 17,255
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai?
Booking 81 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Abu Dhabi 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 Abu Dhabi to Chennai?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai (average of ₹ 22,225). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 48,014). 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 AUH to MAA?
Find hourly flight availability from Abu Dhabi 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 10 November 2026.
It’s optimal to fly from Abu Dhabi to Chennai in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 41% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Abu Dhabi to Chennai flights typically cost between ₹ 20,256 and ₹ 38,168 in November.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was ₹ 23,163 on Multiple Airlines (16 Nov–27 Nov).
Weekly flight availability from Abu Dhabi to Chennai
Explore weekly flight availability from Abu Dhabi 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 10 November 2026.
The most flights from AUH to MAA are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).
How often are flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai delayed?
About 19% of weekly flights between Abu Dhabi and Chennai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 140 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Abu Dhabi to Chennai flights?
Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Sunday 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 Abu Dhabi to Chennai flights?
Over the past year, Akasa Air have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 16% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai?
Share of one-stop return flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Manama (BAH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 78% of one-stop itineraries from Abu Dhabi to Chennai on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.
Manama (BAH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of ₹ 29,826.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Abu Dhabi to Chennai?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Manama (BAH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 10h 48m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Muscat (MCT) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 3h 30m.
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 10 November 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Etihad Airways,Gulf Air, andIndiGo
from Abu Dhabi to Chennai. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
really liked the excellent customer service, friendly staff, smooth check-in process, and comfortable flight. Everyone was professional and helpful, which made my journey enjoyable and stress-free.
really liked the excellent customer service, friendly staff, smooth check-in process, and comfortable flight. Everyone was professional and helpful, which made my journey enjoyable and stress-free.
really liked the excellent customer service, friendly staff, smooth check-in process, and comfortable flight. Everyone was professional and helpful, which made my journey enjoyable and stress-free.
really liked the excellent customer service, friendly staff, smooth check-in process, and comfortable flight. Everyone was professional and helpful, which made my journey enjoyable and stress-free.
Related info for your journey
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What airports do I use to fly from Abu Dhabi to Chennai?
If you book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai, you will be flying from Zayed Intl to Chennai. Flights to Chennai (MAA) from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) take 4h 00m for a nonstop flight. There are 5 flights from Zayed Intl to Chennai per day from 4 airlines.
How popular is this Abu Dhabi to Chennai flight route?
Flights from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Chennai have been viewed 103 times in the past calendar month.
How long is the flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai?
There are many flights that can get you from Abu Dhabi to Chennai in 4h 30m. Fly via IndiGo to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 2964 km. All flights are typically direct.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to Chennai round-trip?
Currently priced at ₹ 10,719, Gulf Air will fly you from Abu Dhabi to Chennai and back. In addition to Gulf Air, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Etihad Airways and IndiGo - these airlines can fly you to your destination from ₹ 18,038 and ₹ 19,978, respectively. Users have found that Gulf Air is 67% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Abu Dhabi to Chennai one-way?
The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai are Air Arabia Abu Dhabi (₹ 6,721), Etihad Airways (₹ 7,314), and IndiGo (₹ 8,161).
What are the most reliable airlines from Abu Dhabi to Chennai?
Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Abu Dhabi to Chennai on time: Akasa Air (92%), IndiGo (84%), Etihad Airways (72%).
What are the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai?
While on average a flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai is generally ₹ 26,704, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is ₹ 8,179. When looking at the most popular route, (Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Chennai), you can expect to pay ₹ 20,256 for that flight.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Abu Dhabi 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 Abu Dhabi to Chennai?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai (average of ₹ 22,225). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 48,014). 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.
Explore flights to Chennai departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 10 November 2026.
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