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$229+ Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates (DXB) to Chennai (MAA)

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 7/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DXB — MAA
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Dubai Intl to Chennai are usually found in February or September, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Monday

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 February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$235
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$229
(Oman Air)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$251

Good round-trip deal

$253 or less

Good one-way deal

$145 or less
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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 February 20, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/511:10 pmDXB - MAA
Nonstop4h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/129:40 amMAA - DXB
1 stop13h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$236
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/177:55 pmDXB - MAA
1 stop6h 10mSalam Air
Sun 4/204:20 amMAA - DXB
1 stop16h 05mSalam Air
Deal found 2/20$239
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/1511:10 pmDXB - MAA
Nonstop4h 00mAir India
Sat 3/226:55 pmMAA - DXB
Nonstop4h 35mAir India
Deal found 2/20$265
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/111:20 pmDXB - MAA
1 stop10h 40mKuwait Airways
Tue 3/182:30 amMAA - DXB
1 stop11h 20mKuwait Airways
Deal found 2/19$283
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/2011:10 pmDXB - MAA
1 stop8h 00mSriLankan Airlines
Thu 3/279:40 amMAA - DXB
1 stop13h 40mSriLankan Airlines
Deal found 2/19$289
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/117:45 amDXB - MAA
1 stop19h 30mGulf Air
Wed 3/195:35 amMAA - DXB
1 stop14h 10mGulf Air
Deal found 2/19$290
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/247:40 pmDXB - MAA
Nonstop4h 15mIndiGo
Wed 4/306:10 amMAA - DXB
Nonstop4h 30mIndiGo
Deal found 2/19$311
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/102:50 amDXB - MAA
Nonstop3h 55mEmirates
Tue 3/183:45 amMAA - DXB
Nonstop4h 20mEmirates
Deal found 2/19$330
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/1511:45 amDXB - MAA
1 stop13h 35mQatar Airways
Fri 8/14:20 amMAA - DXB
1 stop7h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/19$353
This Oman Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Oman Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/1411:05 amDXB - MAA
1 stop18h 50mOman Air
Fri 7/258:25 amMAA - DXB
1 stop14h 30mOman Air
Deal found 2/20$429
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/115:40 amDXB - MAA
1 stop18h 00mEthiopian Air
Fri 5/92:45 amMAA - DXB
1 stop14h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/19$710
This Egyptair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Egyptair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/115:00 amDXB - MAA
2 stops26h 25mEgyptair
Wed 3/197:50 pmMAA - DXB
2 stops24h 40mEgyptair
Deal found 2/19$1,053

Find flights from Dubai to Chennai within your budget

Customize 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

Fly from

Dubai

Fly to

Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Sat 3/22

11:35 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop19h 35m

Chennai

Sat 3/29

4:50 am-7:05 pm

1 stop15h 45m

$235

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Thu 4/17

7:55 pm-3:35 am

1 stop6h 10m

Chennai

Sun 4/20

4:20 am-6:55 pm

1 stop16h 05m

$239

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Sat 3/15

11:35 pm-4:45 am

1 stop27h 40m

Chennai

Sat 3/22

9:25 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop22h 20m

$290

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Sat 3/15

11:10 pm-4:40 am

Nonstop4h 00m

Chennai

Sat 3/22

6:45 am-6:15 pm

1 stop13h 00m

$295

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Tue 5/13

1:05 pm-2:10 am

1 stop11h 35m

Chennai

Tue 6/10

3:10 am-12:05 pm

1 stop10h 25m

$297

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Sat 3/22

7:45 pm-1:15 am

Nonstop4h 00m

Chennai

Sat 3/29

6:00 am-9:15 am

Nonstop4h 45m

$334

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Tue 3/11

9:00 pm-2:15 am

Nonstop3h 45m

Chennai

Wed 3/19

9:40 pm-12:45 am

Nonstop4h 35m

$335

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Tue 3/11

6:05 am-1:30 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Chennai

Wed 3/19

7:20 am-3:35 pm

1 stop9h 45m

$352

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Sat 3/15

1:25 pm-2:25 am

1 stop11h 30m

Chennai

Fri 3/21

3:30 am-10:20 am

1 stop8h 20m

$471

DubaiChennai

DXB - MAA

DXBMAA

Dubai Intl

Fri 7/4

11:15 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop12h 15m

Chennai

Thu 8/21

1:45 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop10h 00m

$666

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Compare providers for flights from Dubai to Chennai

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Dubai to Chennai in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Dubai-Chennai flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Dubai-Chennai flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Dubai-Chennai flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Dubai-Chennai flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Dubai-Chennai flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Dubai to Chennai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chennai from Dubai with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Travel insights for flights from Dubai to Chennai

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Dubai to Chennai including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dubai to Chennai. Price data was last updated on February 14, 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 $943). Flying from Dubai to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,670). 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 February 20, 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 23% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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 February 20, 2025.

The most flights from DXB to MAA are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, 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 0.4 - 13.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Chennai when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

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 91.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 77.0 F).

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 February 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, SWISS and Qatar Airways from Dubai to Chennai. 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
3,279 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

SWISS
7.5
Good
1,568 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,832 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,279 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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 4 airlines.

  • How popular is this Dubai to Chennai flight route?

    The Dubai Intl to Chennai flight path was viewed by 96 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?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Dubai to Chennai round-trip from $239. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Kuwait Airways, from $283, and SriLankan Airlines, from $289. Salam Air is 30% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Dubai to Chennai are Oman Air ($229), FitsAir ($234), and US-Bangla Airlines ($250).

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Dubai to Chennai on time: Air India (93%), Emirates (79%), IndiGo (77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to Chennai?

    The cheapest flight price from Dubai to Chennai is $106. On average you can expect to pay $643. The most popular route, (Dubai Intl - Chennai), can usually be booked for $253.

  • 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 vacation 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 $943). Flying from Dubai to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,670). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Dubai to Chennai

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Dubai to Chennai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapest$190Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Oman AirCheapest$207Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air IndiaCheapest$235Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
IndiGoCheapest$240Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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