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Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai from ₹ 15,102

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUH — MAA
19 Jul — 26 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Chennai are usually found in September or November, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Monday and return on a Friday

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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 19 June 2026.

Sun 30/808:55
AUH
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 40m
Etihad Airways
Fri 2/1004:05
MAA
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/6₹ 31,715
Fri 19/612:05
AUH
-
MAA
1 stop7h 15m
Gulf Air
Sun 21/621:35
MAA
-
AUH
1 stop27h 00m
Gulf Air
Deal found 16/6₹ 31,809
Fri 19/618:50
AUH
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 25m
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
Tue 23/605:05
MAA
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 10m
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
Deal found 18/6₹ 31,903
Sat 31/1023:55
AUH
-
MAA
1 stop27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 29/1103:55
MAA
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/6₹ 31,998
Wed 17/622:30
AUH
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 25m
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
Sun 21/605:05
MAA
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 10m
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
Deal found 16/6₹ 32,092
Wed 17/617:40
AUH
-
MAA
1 stop7h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 21/615:50
MAA
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/6₹ 32,187
Mon 7/922:30
AUH
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 25m
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
Fri 18/901:25
MAA
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 10m
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi
Deal found 17/6₹ 32,281
Tue 6/1008:50
AUH
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sun 15/1115:45
MAA
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/6₹ 32,375
Wed 24/618:50
AUH
-
MAA
1 stop22h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 28/604:05
MAA
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 17/6₹ 32,470
Tue 23/621:55
AUH
-
MAA
1 stop16h 25m
IndiGo
Wed 24/622:00
MAA
-
AUH
1 stop7h 20m
IndiGo
Deal found 17/6₹ 32,564
Sat 14/1109:20
AUH
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 20m
Etihad Airways
Sun 15/1115:45
MAA
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/6₹ 32,658
Tue 16/612:25
AUH
-
MAA
1 stop12h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 17/615:40
MAA
-
AUH
Nonstop4h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/6₹ 32,753

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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 19 June 2026.

Round-trip from

₹ 31,715

One-way from

₹ 15,102

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

₹ 38,983

Good round-trip deal

₹ 44,925 or less

Good one-way deal

₹ 19,342 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 30/8-2/10
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 55m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Chennai
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 11/8
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 45m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Chennai
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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 454,620 searches. Data last updated 19 June 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 31/8

17:40-02:40

1 stop7h 30m

Chennai

Mon 7/9

03:55-16:20

1 stop13h 55m

₹ 33,980

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 15/10

08:55-15:05

Nonstop4h 40m

Chennai

Sun 18/10

16:05-18:55

Nonstop4h 20m

₹ 34,263

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 6/10

08:50-15:05

Nonstop4h 45m

Chennai

Sat 10/10

16:05-18:55

Nonstop4h 20m

₹ 34,263

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sun 30/8

23:45-14:50

2 stops13h 35m

Chennai

Thu 1/10

03:55-17:20

1 stop14h 55m

₹ 45,307
Fastest return journey

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 14/8

18:50-00:45

Nonstop4h 25m

Chennai

Fri 21/8

05:05-07:45

Nonstop4h 10m

₹ 47,949

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 5/8

23:45-14:50

2 stops13h 35m

Chennai

Sat 12/9

03:55-16:20

1 stop13h 55m

₹ 48,138

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 8/8

23:50-20:50

1 stop19h 30m

Chennai

Mon 31/8

06:10-18:35

1 stop13h 55m

₹ 55,784

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Fri 27/11

17:55-02:30

1 stop7h 05m

Chennai

Mon 14/12

11:00-22:05

2 stops12h 35m

₹ 63,524

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 14/9

05:45-20:55

2 stops13h 40m

Chennai

Fri 18/9

11:00-21:15

2 stops11h 45m

₹ 69,187

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 31/8

01:30-10:20

2 stops31h 20m

Chennai

Thu 10/9

18:00-00:25

2 stops31h 55m

₹ 87,215

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai

How far ahead should I book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai?

Booking 75 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai (average of ₹ 18,972). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 43,702). 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 19 June 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Abu Dhabi to Chennai in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 37% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai?

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 19 June 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Etihad Airways and IndiGo 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.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,454 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abraham,May 2026

TLV - AUH

Huge delay no explanation, made me miss the connection. Terrible experience
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,454 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,454 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abraham,May 2026

TLV - AUH

Huge delay no explanation, made me miss the connection. Terrible experience
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
574 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,454 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

7.8

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abraham,May 2026

TLV - AUH

Huge delay no explanation, made me miss the connection. Terrible experience

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Abu Dhabi to Chennai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 20m for a nonstop flight. There are 6 flights from Zayed Intl to Chennai per day from 3 airlines.

  • How popular is this Abu Dhabi to Chennai flight route?

    Flights from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Chennai have been viewed 114 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 25m. Fly via Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, or Air Arabia Abu Dhabi to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 2964 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to Chennai round-trip?

    Currently priced at ₹ 12,866, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi will fly you from Abu Dhabi to Chennai and back. In addition to Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, 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 ₹ 14,616 and ₹ 21,421, respectively. Users have found that Air Arabia Abu Dhabi is 56% 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 Etihad Airways (₹ 6,251), Air India (₹ 6,947), and Air Arabia Abu Dhabi (₹ 7,162).

  • 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: IndiGo (100%), Air France (98%), Air Arabia Abu Dhabi (94%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai?

    While on average a flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai is generally ₹ 37,738, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is ₹ 14,361. When looking at the most popular route, (Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Chennai), you can expect to pay ₹ 19,255 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Abu Dhabi to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai (average of ₹ 18,972). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 43,702). 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.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air Arabia Abu DhabiCheapest₹ 12,866Average₹ 29,584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 14,616Average₹ 32,409FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 21,421Average₹ 33,214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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