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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Chennai from ₹ 8,536

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 27/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — MAA
30 Apr — 7 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Chennai are usually found in February or September, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Dubai to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dubai (DXB) 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 25 April 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 19,890

One-way from

₹ 8,536

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

₹ 24,670

Good round-trip deal

₹ 14,880 or less

Good one-way deal

₹ 9,744 or less
Gulf Air
  • Gulf Air
  • 16/5-20/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 25m total
  • Dubai to Chennai
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IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 27/8
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 15m total
  • Dubai to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price (₹ 685,508 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (₹ 104,359 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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Cheapest flights from Dubai to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dubai to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 April 2025.

Fri 2/523:35DXB - MAA
1 stop19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/504:20MAA - DXB
1 stop7h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4₹ 19,804
Fri 16/523:35DXB - MAA
1 stop19h 45mGulf Air
Tue 20/506:00MAA - DXB
1 stop13h 40mGulf Air
Deal found 25/4₹ 19,890
Fri 15/819:40DXB - MAA
Nonstop4h 15mIndiGo
Sun 21/906:35MAA - DXB
Nonstop4h 05mIndiGo
Deal found 25/4₹ 21,597
Fri 2/522:45DXB - MAA
1 stop7h 10mOman Air
Tue 6/513:45MAA - DXB
1 stop14h 55mOman Air
Deal found 25/4₹ 21,853
Sat 17/523:10DXB - MAA
Nonstop4h 20mAir India
Tue 3/618:35MAA - DXB
Nonstop4h 25mAir India
Deal found 24/4₹ 21,938
Wed 30/400:05DXB - MAA
1 stop26h 50mSpiceJet
Mon 5/523:10MAA - DXB
1 stop25h 15mSpiceJet
Deal found 24/4₹ 23,219
Mon 28/404:05DXB - MAA
1 stop15h 40mAir India Express
Mon 5/520:00MAA - DXB
1 stop13h 20mAir India Express
Deal found 24/4₹ 23,304
Thu 24/423:00DXB - MAA
1 stop8h 20mSriLankan Airlines
Wed 14/521:15MAA - DXB
1 stop25h 55mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 24/4₹ 25,780
Mon 12/502:35DXB - MAA
Nonstop4h 00mEmirates
Thu 22/509:50MAA - DXB
Nonstop4h 05mEmirates
Deal found 25/4₹ 29,194

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Dubai 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 25 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dubai to Chennai that are best for you.

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Dubai

Fly to

Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Fri 16/5

23:35-20:50

1 stop19h 45m

Chennai

Tue 20/5

06:00-18:10

1 stop13h 40m

₹ 19,890

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Fri 29/8

19:40-01:25

Nonstop4h 15m

Chennai

Sun 28/9

21:15-21:40

1 stop25h 55m

₹ 20,487

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Fri 15/8

19:40-01:25

Nonstop4h 15m

Chennai

Sun 21/9

06:35-09:10

Nonstop4h 05m

₹ 21,597

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Mon 5/5

23:00-08:50

1 stop8h 20m

Chennai

Tue 10/6

09:55-21:40

1 stop13h 15m

₹ 24,072

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Fri 16/5

23:10-05:00

Nonstop4h 20m

Chennai

Tue 20/5

18:35-21:30

Nonstop4h 25m

₹ 24,499

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Mon 12/5

02:35-08:05

Nonstop4h 00m

Chennai

Thu 22/5

09:50-12:25

Nonstop4h 05m

₹ 29,194

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Wed 27/8

19:40-01:25

Nonstop4h 15m

₹ 8,536

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Wed 27/8

23:35-05:10

1 stop28h 05m

₹ 8,878

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Sat 10/5

19:55-03:35

1 stop6h 10m

₹ 9,049

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Wed 13/8

04:05-21:15

1 stop15h 40m

₹ 9,646

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Best time to book a flight from Dubai to Chennai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Dubai to Chennai

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Dubai to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 18 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from Dubai to Chennai is 37 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dubai to Chennai?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Chennai (average of ₹ 99). Flying from Dubai to Chennai in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 120). 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 DXB to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Dubai 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 25 April 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Dubai to Chennai in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 30% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Dubai to Chennai

Explore weekly flight availability from Dubai 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 25 April 2025.

The most flights from DXB to MAA are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chennai ranges from 10.0 - 330.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 330.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Chennai when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chennai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 33.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 25.0 C).

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 25 April 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Dubai to Chennai, such as Emirates, Gulf Air and SriLankan Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,208 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,208 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,208 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Gulf Air
7.1
Good
200 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,208 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
73 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,208 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dubai 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 Dubai to Chennai?

    Booking a flight from Dubai Intl (DXB) to Chennai (MAA) is your only option if you wish to fly from Dubai to Chennai. On a typical day, there are 5 flights from Dubai Intl to Chennai, all of which are around 3h 55m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 4 airlines when you book a flight from Dubai Intl to Chennai.

  • How popular is this Dubai to Chennai flight route?

    The Dubai Intl to Chennai flight path was viewed by 387 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    According to our current data, Gulf Air (₹ 19,890), IndiGo (₹ 21,597), and SriLankan Airlines (₹ 24,072) offers the cheapest pricing from Dubai to Chennai. Gulf Air is currently priced 32% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Dubai to Chennai one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with IndiGo, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at ₹ 8,536. Gulf Air flights start at ₹ 8,878 while deals on Salam Air start at ₹ 9,049 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Dubai to Chennai?

    Before booking your flight to Chennai from Dubai, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air India (98%), Emirates (94%), IndiGo( 82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to Chennai?

    The cheapest flight price from Dubai to Chennai is ₹ 8,470. On average you can expect to pay ₹ 19,786. The most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Chennai), can usually be booked for ₹ 16,646.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Dubai to Chennai?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dubai to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dubai 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 Dubai to Chennai?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Chennai (average of ₹ 99). Flying from Dubai to Chennai in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 120). 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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Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 15,073Average₹ 18,271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 19,510Average₹ 27,454FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air IndiaCheapest₹ 19,753Average₹ 24,428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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EmiratesCheapest₹ 20,175Average₹ 33,026FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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