Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Chennai from £149
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 24/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — MAA
25 Aug — 1 Sep1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Chennai are usually found in September or February, 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
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 26 July 2026.
Tue 15/920:50
DXB
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 28/918:00
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop24h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/7£247
Tue 8/920:50
DXB
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 15m
IndiGo
Tue 22/906:20
MAA
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 05m
IndiGo
Deal found 26/7£249
Tue 8/920:50
DXB
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 22/908:15
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop14h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/7£254
Tue 10/1117:00
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop12h 10m
Oman Air
Wed 25/1107:20
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop10h 05m
Oman Air
Deal found 24/7£255
Tue 15/905:15
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop17h 30m
IndiGo
Mon 21/906:20
MAA
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 05m
IndiGo
Deal found 24/7£256
Tue 15/922:20
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop7h 35m
Oman Air
Mon 28/908:15
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop8h 55m
Oman Air
Deal found 21/7£260
Tue 15/920:50
DXB
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 15m
IndiGo
Mon 28/906:20
MAA
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 05m
IndiGo
Deal found 21/7£269
Sat 28/1119:05
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop24h 05m
Gulf Air
Mon 28/1205:35
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop23h 30m
Gulf Air
Deal found 22/7£274
Mon 31/814:50
DXB
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 10m
Emirates
Mon 14/904:05
MAA
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 25/7£277
Sun 15/1114:45
DXB
-
MAA
Nonstop3h 55m
Emirates
Fri 27/1109:50
MAA
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 25/7£278
Sun 30/821:00
DXB
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 00m
Emirates
Wed 16/904:05
MAA
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 22/7£281
Best flights from Dubai to Chennai
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Dubai to Chennai that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 26 July 2026.
Mon 11/114:45
DXB
-
MAA
Nonstop3h 55m
Emirates
Fri 15/121:45
MAA
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 22/7£281
Mon 31/822:20
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop7h 35m
Oman Air
Mon 14/908:15
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop8h 55m
Oman Air
Deal found 25/7£290
Tue 15/913:15
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop12h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 21/911:00
MAA
-
DXB
2 stops11h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7£344
Thu 3/923:35
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop19h 45m
Gulf Air
Sat 19/921:35
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop7h 25m
Gulf Air
Deal found 25/7£362
Sat 5/914:50
DXB
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 10m
Emirates
Mon 14/904:05
MAA
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 25/7£289
Sun 30/822:20
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop7h 35m
Oman Air
Mon 14/908:15
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop27h 05m
Oman Air
Deal found 25/7£290
Sat 12/1211:00
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop18h 10m
Oman Air
Mon 14/1215:00
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop20h 30m
Oman Air
Deal found 22/7£290
Thu 22/1002:30
DXB
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 05m
Emirates
Mon 7/1203:50
MAA
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 21/7£293
Tue 15/913:15
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop12h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 28/911:00
MAA
-
DXB
2 stops11h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/7£344
Wed 2/922:20
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop7h 35m
Oman Air
Sat 19/908:15
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop8h 55m
Oman Air
Deal found 22/7£362
Sat 29/823:25
DXB
-
MAA
2 stops12h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/1004:05
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop9h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7£436
Direct flights from Dubai to Chennai
Explore direct flight options from Dubai to Chennai based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 26 July 2026.
Tue 8/920:50
DXB
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 15m
IndiGo
Tue 22/906:20
MAA
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 05m
IndiGo
Deal found 26/7£249
Tue 15/920:50
DXB
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 15m
IndiGo
Mon 28/906:20
MAA
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 05m
IndiGo
Deal found 21/7£269
Mon 31/814:50
DXB
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 10m
Emirates
Mon 14/904:05
MAA
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 25/7£277
Sun 15/1114:45
DXB
-
MAA
Nonstop3h 55m
Emirates
Fri 27/1109:50
MAA
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 25/7£278
Mon 11/114:45
DXB
-
MAA
Nonstop3h 55m
Emirates
Fri 15/121:45
MAA
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 21/7£281
Thu 3/902:30
DXB
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 05m
Emirates
Mon 14/904:05
MAA
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 25/7£289
Sun 15/1114:45
DXB
-
MAA
Nonstop3h 55m
Emirates
Sat 28/1103:50
MAA
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 25/7£290
Sat 29/821:00
DXB
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 00m
Emirates
Tue 15/909:50
MAA
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 22/7£293
Thu 20/814:50
DXB
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 10m
Emirates
Fri 11/909:50
MAA
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 22/7£299
Fri 13/1121:00
DXB
-
MAA
Nonstop3h 45m
Emirates
Fri 27/1103:50
MAA
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 25/7£300
Thu 27/802:30
DXB
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 05m
Emirates
Sat 19/909:50
MAA
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 22/7£303
Wed 12/820:50
DXB
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 15m
IndiGo
Thu 13/806:20
MAA
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 05m
IndiGo
Deal found 24/7£305
Last-minute flights from Dubai to Chennai
Discover last-minute flight deals from Dubai to Chennai. Data last updated 26 July 2026 and is based on user searches.
Fri 31/713:15
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop12h 35m
Qatar Airways
Thu 6/804:20
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop7h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/7£768
Sun 2/813:50
DXB
-
MAA
2 stops24h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/818:00
MAA
-
DXB
2 stops31h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7£759
Mon 3/808:30
DXB
-
MAA
2 stops27h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 29/819:00
MAA
-
DXB
2 stops30h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7£867
Tue 4/819:30
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop9h 00m
Air India
Mon 17/809:50
MAA
-
DXB
1 stop9h 25m
Air India
Deal found 22/7£364
Tue 4/811:45
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop13h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 17/811:00
MAA
-
DXB
2 stops11h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7£425
Tue 4/814:50
DXB
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 10m
Emirates
Mon 17/809:50
MAA
-
DXB
Nonstop4h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 22/7£629
Wed 5/807:30
DXB
-
MAA
2 stops28h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/823:30
MAA
-
DXB
2 stops26h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/7£717
Wed 5/807:30
DXB
-
MAA
2 stops26h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 30/921:50
MAA
-
DXB
2 stops28h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/7£773
Wed 5/807:30
DXB
-
MAA
2 stops25h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/1015:30
MAA
-
DXB
2 stops22h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7£791
One-way flights from Dubai to Chennai
Search for one-way flight options from Dubai to Chennai. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 26 July 2026.
Mon 24/811:00
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop18h 55m
Oman Air
Deal found 25/7£149
Tue 1/922:20
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop7h 35m
Oman Air
Deal found 23/7£151
Tue 5/121:00
DXB
-
MAA
Nonstop3h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 23/7£157
Thu 6/814:50
DXB
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 22/7£161
Sat 8/811:00
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop8h 20m
Gulf Air
Deal found 21/7£163
Sat 8/821:30
DXB
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 25/7£176
Tue 4/814:50
DXB
-
MAA
Nonstop4h 10m
Emirates
Deal found 25/7£177
Tue 5/120:05
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop9h 05m
Oman Air
Deal found 21/7£182
Wed 25/1102:50
DXB
-
MAA
Nonstop3h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 24/7£278
Wed 4/1122:50
DXB
-
MAA
1 stop26h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/7£322
Mon 24/823:00
DXB
-
MAA
2 stops13h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/7£331
Sun 9/823:00
DXB
-
MAA
2 stops13h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/7£332
Find 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 26 July 2026.
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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2026.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Cheapest return flight
DubaiChennai
DXB - MAA
DXBMAA
Dubai Intl
Mon 11/1
14:45-20:10
Nonstop3h 55m
Chennai
Fri 15/1
21:45-00:45
Nonstop4h 30m
£281
Fastest return journey
DubaiChennai
DXB - MAA
DXBMAA
Dubai Intl
Sat 5/9
14:50-20:30
Nonstop4h 10m
Chennai
Mon 14/9
04:05-06:40
Nonstop4h 05m
£289
DubaiChennai
DXB - MAA
DXBMAA
Dubai Intl
Mon 31/8
22:20-07:25
1 stop7h 35m
Chennai
Mon 14/9
08:15-15:40
1 stop8h 55m
£290
DubaiChennai
DXB - MAA
DXBMAA
Dubai Intl
Sun 30/8
22:20-07:25
1 stop7h 35m
Chennai
Mon 14/9
08:15-09:50
1 stop27h 05m
£290
DubaiChennai
DXB - MAA
DXBMAA
Dubai Intl
Sat 12/12
11:00-06:40
1 stop18h 10m
Chennai
Mon 14/12
15:00-10:00
1 stop20h 30m
£290
DubaiChennai
DXB - MAA
DXBMAA
Dubai Intl
Thu 22/10
02:30-08:05
Nonstop4h 05m
Chennai
Mon 7/12
03:50-06:35
Nonstop4h 15m
£293
DubaiChennai
DXB - MAA
DXBMAA
Dubai Intl
Tue 15/9
13:15-02:50
1 stop12h 05m
Chennai
Mon 21/9
11:00-21:25
2 stops11h 55m
£344
DubaiChennai
DXB - MAA
DXBMAA
Dubai Intl
Tue 15/9
13:15-02:50
1 stop12h 05m
Chennai
Mon 28/9
11:00-21:25
2 stops11h 55m
£344
DubaiChennai
DXB - MAA
DXBMAA
Dubai Intl
Thu 3/9
23:35-20:50
1 stop19h 45m
Chennai
Sat 19/9
21:35-03:30
1 stop7h 25m
£362
DubaiChennai
DXB - MAA
DXBMAA
Dubai Intl
Wed 2/9
22:20-07:25
1 stop7h 35m
Chennai
Sat 19/9
08:15-15:40
1 stop8h 55m
£362
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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Chennai (average of £196). Flying from Dubai to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £371). 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 26 July 2026.
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 below average for this route at the moment.
Dubai to Chennai flights typically cost between £273 and £384 in September.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £247 on Multiple Airlines (15 Sept–28 Sept).
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 26 July 2026.
The most flights from DXB to MAA are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).
How often are flights from Dubai to Chennai delayed?
About 20% of weekly flights between Dubai and Chennai have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 108 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Dubai to Chennai flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning 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 Dubai to Chennai flights?
Over the past year, Air India have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 17% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Dubai to Chennai?
Share of one-stop return flights from Dubai to Chennai chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Mumbai (BOM) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 25% of one-stop itineraries from Dubai to Chennai on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Dubai to Chennai?
Average return fare for one-stop flights from Dubai 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 £236.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Dubai to Chennai?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Dubai 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: 6h 40m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Dubai to Chennai?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Dubai to Chennai, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Manama (BAH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 00m.
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 26 July 2026.
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.
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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, 52 users have taken a look at flights from Dubai Intl to Chennai.
How long is the flight from Dubai to Chennai?
Airlines like Emirates and Oman Air fly from Dubai to Chennai in about 3h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 40m. 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 £154. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are IndiGo, from £168, and Emirates, from £236. These flights start at 42% 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 £68 and IndiGo from £70 one-way.
What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to Chennai?
Looking for the cheapest flight from Dubai to Chennai? While on average our users pay £363, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £130. The most popular route (Dubai Intl - Chennai), is priced around £190.
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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Chennai (average of £196). Flying from Dubai to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £371). 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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