Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Riyadh to Chennai?

Flights via Colombo (CMB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 02m.

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Riyadh to Chennai?

Manama (BAH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 31% of one-stop itineraries from Riyadh to Chennai on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Riyadh to Chennai?

Kuwait City (KWI) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of £258.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Riyadh to Chennai?

Flights via Muscat (MCT) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 7h 03m.

How long is the flight from Riyadh to Chennai?

A quick flight from Riyadh to Chennai can take about 7h. Gulf Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £250. Riyadh and Chennai are separated by a distance of 2328 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

According to our current data, Gulf Air (£210), Etihad Airways (£221), and SriLankan Airlines (£240) offers the cheapest pricing from Riyadh to Chennai. Users have found that Gulf Air is 30% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Riyadh to Chennai?

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Riyadh to Chennai flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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.

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).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Riyadh to Chennai?

Before booking your flight from Riyadh to Chennai check out the most popular airlines for this route: Etihad Airways, Gulf Air or SriLankan Airlines.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Riyadh to Chennai?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Thursday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Riyadh to Chennai?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 25 days in advance to save up to 8% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 25 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Riyadh to Chennai 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as £246, or £248 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Chennai?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in July. For low rates, February can be a great choice for travel to Chennai. Flights to Chennai from Riyadh in February are about £302 on average during February, but can be found for as low as £219.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Riyadh to Chennai?

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Popular in	July
Cheapest in	February
Average price	£253

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22h 15m total
Riyadh to Chennai

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Tue 2/1215:40RUH - MAA

1 stop10h 35mGulf Air

Thu 29/105:35MAA - RUH

1 stop11h 40mGulf Air

Deal found 10/9£238

Fri 3/1015:00RUH - MAA

1 stop10h 35mMultiple Airlines

Thu 16/1018:55MAA - RUH

1 stop14h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£240

Fri 3/1018:00RUH - MAA

1 stop24h 20mGulf Air

Thu 16/1006:00MAA - RUH

1 stop25h 20mGulf Air

Deal found 10/9£250

Thu 2/1002:20RUH - MAA

1 stop15h 40mEmirates

Thu 16/1022:00MAA - RUH

1 stop22h 35mEmirates

Deal found 10/9£347

Wed 8/1002:20RUH - MAA

1 stop15h 40mEmirates

Sat 25/1004:00MAA - RUH

1 stop10h 25mEmirates

Deal found 12/9£357

Fri 3/1018:20RUH - MAA

1 stop29h 20mKuwait Airways

Wed 15/1003:10MAA - RUH

1 stop10h 50mKuwait Airways

Deal found 10/9£407

Thu 9/1010:15RUH - MAA

2 stops12h 10mMultiple Airlines

Sat 25/1004:25MAA - RUH

1 stop19h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9£429

Tue 2/1210:30RUH - MAA

2 stops11h 55mMultiple Airlines

Thu 29/116:35MAA - RUH

1 stop18h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£495

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Tue 2/1215:40RUH - MAA

1 stop10h 35mGulf Air

Thu 29/105:35MAA - RUH

1 stop11h 40mGulf Air

Deal found 10/9£238

Fri 3/1015:00RUH - MAA

1 stop10h 35mMultiple Airlines

Thu 16/1018:55MAA - RUH

1 stop14h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£240

Sat 7/304:25RUH - MAA

1 stop7h 25mOman Air

Thu 12/307:20MAA - RUH

1 stop22h 45mOman Air

Deal found 10/9£246

Sun 8/322:40RUH - MAA

1 stop7h 00mEtihad Airways

Thu 12/316:35MAA - RUH

1 stop13h 00mEtihad Airways

Deal found 9/9£250

Sun 8/318:00RUH - MAA

1 stop8h 15mGulf Air

Thu 12/305:35MAA - RUH

1 stop19h 15mGulf Air

Deal found 10/9£238

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Thu 11/903:40RUH - MAA

1 stop19h 00mEthiopian Air

Fri 26/902:45MAA - RUH

1 stop25h 55mEthiopian Air

Deal found 11/9£837

Thu 2/1002:20RUH - MAA

1 stop15h 40mEmirates

Thu 16/1022:00MAA - RUH

1 stop22h 35mEmirates

Deal found 10/9£347

Fri 3/1015:00RUH - MAA

1 stop10h 35mMultiple Airlines

Thu 16/1018:55MAA - RUH

1 stop14h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 10/9£240

Fri 3/1018:00RUH - MAA

1 stop24h 20mGulf Air

Thu 16/1006:00MAA - RUH

1 stop25h 20mGulf Air

Deal found 10/9£250

Fri 3/1018:20RUH - MAA

1 stop29h 20mKuwait Airways

Wed 15/1003:10MAA - RUH

1 stop10h 50mKuwait Airways

Deal found 10/9£407

Wed 8/1002:20RUH - MAA

1 stop15h 40mEmirates

Sat 25/1004:00MAA - RUH

1 stop10h 25mEmirates

Deal found 12/9£357

Thu 9/1010:15RUH - MAA

2 stops12h 10mMultiple Airlines

Sat 25/1004:25MAA - RUH

1 stop19h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 11/9£429

Thu 9/1012:15RUH - MAA

2 stops19h 25mTurkish Airlines

Fri 7/1122:45MAA - RUH

2 stops21h 55mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 11/9£840

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RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 2/12

15:40-04:45

1 stop10h 35m

Chennai

Thu 29/1

05:35-14:45

1 stop11h 40m

£238

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 8/3

18:00-04:45

1 stop8h 15m

Chennai

Thu 12/3

05:35-22:20

1 stop19h 15m

£238

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 3/10

15:00-04:05

1 stop10h 35m

Chennai

Thu 16/10

18:55-07:15

1 stop14h 50m

£240

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 7/3

04:25-14:20

1 stop7h 25m

Chennai

Thu 12/3

07:20-03:35

1 stop22h 45m

£246

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 8/3

22:40-08:10

1 stop7h 00m

Chennai

Thu 12/3

16:35-03:05

1 stop13h 00m

£250

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Riyadh to Chennai, you should look to book at least 24 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Chennai (average of £620). Flying from Riyadh 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 RUH to MAA?

It’s optimal to fly from Riyadh to Chennai in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 13% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Chennai

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Etihad Airways, Gulf Air, andSriLankan Airlines from Riyadh to Chennai by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Etihad Airways

7.4

Good

1,250 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AUH - HYD

The AC is poor ,inspite of letting the flight attendents know they did not increase the AC.Food is very bad.

Etihad Airways

7.4

Good

1,250 reviews

Etihad Airways

7.4

Good

1,250 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AUH - HYD

The AC is poor ,inspite of letting the flight attendents know they did not increase the AC.Food is very bad.

Gulf Air

7.1

Good

209 reviews

Etihad Airways

7.4

Good

1,250 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AUH - HYD

The AC is poor ,inspite of letting the flight attendents know they did not increase the AC.Food is very bad.

SriLankan Airlines

6.8

Okay

75 reviews

Etihad Airways

7.4

Good

1,250 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

2.0

Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

AUH - HYD

The AC is poor ,inspite of letting the flight attendents know they did not increase the AC.Food is very bad.

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How long is the flight from Riyadh to Chennai?
A quick flight from Riyadh to Chennai can take about 7h. Gulf Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £250. Riyadh and Chennai are separated by a distance of 2328 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Riyadh to Chennai round-trip?
According to our current data, Gulf Air (£210), Etihad Airways (£221), and SriLankan Airlines (£240) offers the cheapest pricing from Riyadh to Chennai. Users have found that Gulf Air is 30% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
Can I find deals for flights from Riyadh to Chennai that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Riyadh to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Riyadh to Chennai?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Riyadh to Chennai.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Riyadh to Chennai?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Riyadh 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 Riyadh to Chennai?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Chennai (average of £620). Flying from Riyadh 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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