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Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Chennai from £167

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 16/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — MAA
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
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 Saturday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

£194

One-way from

£167

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£325

Good round-trip deal

£198 or less

Good one-way deal

£114 or less
Air India
  • Air India
  • 22/7-28/7
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 45m total
  • Dubai to Chennai
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16/7
  • 16/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 5h 40m total
  • Dubai to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (£44 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£8 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 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 13 June 2025.

Tue 22/723:10DXB - MAA
Nonstop4h 20mAir India
Mon 28/718:35MAA - DXB
Nonstop4h 25mAir India
Deal found 11/6£194
Sun 21/1211:25DXB - MAA
1 stop17h 35mOman Air
Wed 31/1207:20MAA - DXB
1 stop21h 20mOman Air
Deal found 12/6£198
Tue 22/705:00DXB - MAA
1 stop11h 05mIndiGo
Mon 28/715:00MAA - DXB
1 stop7h 35mIndiGo
Deal found 11/6£202
Wed 11/601:30DXB - MAA
1 stop26h 10mGulf Air
Fri 27/621:35MAA - DXB
1 stop7h 25mGulf Air
Deal found 11/6£218
Tue 22/723:40DXB - MAA
2 stops10h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 28/715:00MAA - DXB
1 stop7h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6£232
Thu 9/1002:35DXB - MAA
Nonstop4h 00mEmirates
Fri 14/1103:45MAA - DXB
Nonstop4h 20mEmirates
Deal found 12/6£246
Fri 5/921:55DXB - MAA
1 stop26h 45mKuwait Airways
Sat 11/1003:10MAA - DXB
1 stop10h 25mKuwait Airways
Deal found 11/6£326
Thu 12/611:45DXB - MAA
1 stop13h 35mQatar Airways
Thu 26/603:55MAA - DXB
1 stop9h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/6£394
Fri 25/700:05DXB - MAA
1 stop26h 50mSpiceJet
Sat 2/823:10MAA - DXB
1 stop25h 15mSpiceJet
Deal found 11/6£447

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 13 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dubai to Chennai that are best for you.

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Dubai

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Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Tue 22/7

23:10-05:00

Nonstop4h 20m

Chennai

Mon 28/7

18:35-21:30

Nonstop4h 25m

£194

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Tue 22/7

05:00-17:35

1 stop11h 05m

Chennai

Mon 28/7

15:00-21:05

1 stop7h 35m

£202

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Tue 22/7

23:40-11:15

2 stops10h 05m

Chennai

Mon 28/7

15:00-21:05

1 stop7h 35m

£232

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Thu 14/8

22:45-14:30

1 stop14h 15m

Chennai

Fri 12/9

15:30-21:25

1 stop7h 25m

£244

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Thu 4/9

02:35-08:05

Nonstop4h 00m

Chennai

Tue 7/10

22:00-00:45

Nonstop4h 15m

£247

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Thu 4/9

01:30-20:50

1 stop17h 50m

Chennai

Tue 7/10

06:00-22:35

1 stop18h 05m

£261

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Fri 5/9

21:55-02:10

1 stop26h 45m

Chennai

Sat 11/10

03:10-12:05

1 stop10h 25m

£326

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Fri 25/7

00:05-04:25

1 stop26h 50m

Chennai

Sat 2/8

23:10-22:55

1 stop25h 15m

£447

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Wed 16/7

00:05-07:15

1 stop5h 40m

£167

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Mon 14/7

00:15-12:10

1 stop10h 25m

£172

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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 9 June 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Chennai (average of £620). Flying from Dubai to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,013). 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 13 June 2025.

When flying from Dubai to Chennai, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 18% versus a flight at midday.

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 13 June 2025.

The most flights from DXB to MAA are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 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 13 June 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, SWISS and Qatar Airways from Dubai to Chennai have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
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Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,624 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,849 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,265 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Overall

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?

    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, 129 users have taken a look at flights from Dubai Intl to Chennai.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Dubai to Chennai round-trip from £194. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are IndiGo, from £202, and Oman Air, from £244. These flights start at 22% 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 £172 on Air India. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Oman Air from £179 and Biman Bangladesh from £180 one-way.

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

    Consider Air India (95%), Emirates (89%) or IndiGo (66%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Dubai to Chennai.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to Chennai?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Dubai to Chennai? While on average our users pay £211, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £79. The most popular route (Dubai Intl - Chennai), is priced around £186.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Chennai (average of £620). Flying from Dubai to Chennai in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,013). 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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IndiGoCheapest£87Average£205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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