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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Chennai from £114

DXB — MAA
7 Oct — 14 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Chennai are usually found in February or October, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from Dubai to Chennai

Thu 22/1011:25 -
Nonstop4h 15m
Thu 29/1018:15 -
Nonstop4h 30m
Deal found 6/9£203
Mon 9/1120:05 -
1 stop9h 05m
Wed 25/1115:00 -
1 stop20h 30m
Deal found 7/9£212
Tue 10/1122:20 -
1 stop6h 50m
Wed 25/1115:00 -
1 stop20h 30m
Deal found 6/9£218
Mon 28/922:20 -
1 stop7h 35m
Wed 30/908:15 -
1 stop8h 55m
Deal found 6/9£224
Thu 22/1011:25 -
Nonstop4h 15m
Thu 29/1009:35 -
1 stop9h 50m
Deal found 6/9£226
Mon 14/911:00 -
1 stop18h 55m
Sun 25/1015:00 -
1 stop20h 30m
Deal found 4/9£228
Thu 22/1021:00 -
1 stop22h 20m
Tue 27/1005:35 -
1 stop16h 30m
Deal found 5/9£244
Thu 22/1022:20 -
1 stop7h 35m
Thu 29/1007:20 -
1 stop28h 10m
Deal found 6/9£246
Thu 22/1019:05 -
1 stop24h 15m
Sat 31/1021:25 -
1 stop26h 50m
Deal found 5/9£252
Mon 21/1217:00 -
1 stop12h 10m
Tue 19/107:20 -
1 stop13h 15m
Deal found 7/9£264
Mon 7/920:50 -
Nonstop4h 15m
Mon 14/905:40 -
1 stop21h 50m
Deal found 6/9£270
Sat 12/1211:00 -
1 stop18h 10m
Mon 14/1207:20 -
1 stop14h 25m
Deal found 3/9£272

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Round-trip from

£203

One-way from

£114

Popular in

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Cheapest in

February

Average price

£244
IndiGo
  • IndiGo
  • 22/10-29/10
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 45m total
  • Dubai to Chennai
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Oman Air
  • Oman Air
  • 18/9-31/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 35m total
  • Dubai to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (£32 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£7 potential savings vs. average return price).
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DubaiChennai

DXB Dubai Intl - MAA Chennai

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Fri 18/9

22:20-07:25

1 stop7h 35m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£114

DubaiChennai

DXB Dubai Intl - MAA Chennai

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Sun 1/11

21:00-14:20

1 stop15h 50m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£114

DubaiChennai

DXB Dubai Intl - MAA Chennai

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Fri 13/11

20:05-06:40

1 stop9h 05m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£120

DubaiChennai

DXB Dubai Intl - MAA Chennai

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Tue 8/12

21:00-06:40

1 stop8h 10m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£122

DubaiChennai

DXB Dubai Intl - MAA Chennai

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Thu 1/10

22:20-07:25

1 stop7h 35m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£122

DubaiChennai

DXB Dubai Intl - MAA Chennai

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Mon 5/10

02:30-08:05

Nonstop4h 05m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£154

DubaiChennai

DXB Dubai Intl - MAA Chennai

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Fri 11/12

20:05-06:40

1 stop9h 05m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£204
Fastest return journey

DubaiChennai

DXB Dubai Intl - MAA Chennai

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Mon 2/11

14:45-20:10

Nonstop3h 55m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£217

DubaiChennai

DXB Dubai Intl - MAA Chennai

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Tue 3/11

14:45-20:10

Nonstop3h 55m

Chennai

Wed 31/12

00:00-22:30

Nonstop0h 00m

£217

DubaiChennai

DXB Dubai Intl - MAA Chennai

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Fri 23/10

11:00-07:25

1 stop18h 55m

Chennai

Sat 31/10

07:20-21:35

1 stop15h 45m

£218

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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?

The best time to book flights from Dubai to Chennai is 69 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Chennai (average of £211). Flying from Dubai to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £365). 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?

When flying from Dubai to Chennai, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Dubai to Chennai flights typically cost between £190 and £277 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £203 on IndiGo (22 Oct–29 Oct).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,IndiGo, andAir India from Dubai to Chennai have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
581 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,936 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,653 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Crew

8.4

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Dubai to Chennai?

    If you book a flight from Dubai to Chennai, you will be flying from Dubai Intl to Chennai. Flights to Chennai (MAA) from Dubai Intl (DXB) take 4h 10m for a nonstop flight. There are 4 flights from Dubai Intl to Chennai per day from 3 airlines.

  • How popular is this Dubai to Chennai flight route?

    Within the past month, 50 users have taken a look at flights from Dubai Intl to Chennai.

  • How long is the flight from Dubai to Chennai?

    Airlines like Oman Air, Kuwait Airways, and Emirates fly from Dubai to Chennai in about 4h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 14h 55m. The distance from Dubai to Chennai is about 1821 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Dubai to Chennai round-trip from £152. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are IndiGo, from £166, and Emirates, from £233. These flights start at 44% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as £44 on Etihad Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air India from £78 and IndiGo from £81 one-way.

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

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    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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Chennai (average of £211). Flying from Dubai to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £365). 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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