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$160+ Cheap flights from Riyadh (RUH) 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 4/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RUH — MAA
ene. 28 — feb. 41
mar. 1/28
mar. 2/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Chennai are usually found in January or February, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Riyadh to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Riyadh (RUH) 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 enero 23, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$316
(Oman Air)

One-way from

$160
(Priceline)

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June

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January

Average price

$328
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Cheapest flights from Riyadh to Chennai
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This Oman Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
dom. 3/24:25 amRUH - MAA
1 stop23h 35mOman Air
lun. 3/247:20 amMAA - RUH
1 stop15h 30mOman Air
Deal found 1/22$316
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 2/217:45 amRUH - MAA
1 stop22h 20mMultiple Airlines
lun. 2/249:15 amMAA - RUH
2 stops13h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/23$354
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
sáb. 4/1911:45 amRUH - MAA
1 stop12h 35mQatar Airways
lun. 5/54:20 amMAA - RUH
1 stop10h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/23$358
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
mar. 3/253:55 amRUH - MAA
1 stop19h 50mEmirates
lun. 4/710:00 pmMAA - RUH
1 stop22h 35mEmirates
Deal found 1/23$439
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 4/199:40 amRUH - MAA
1 stop17h 00mIndiGo
dom. 5/42:30 amMAA - RUH
1 stop24h 25mIndiGo
Deal found 1/23$483
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 6/42:55 pmRUH - MAA
1 stop15h 20mAir India Express
jue. 6/1910:00 pmMAA - RUH
1 stop18h 25mAir India Express
Deal found 1/23$487
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
mar. 4/11:50 amRUH - MAA
2 stops29h 35mTurkish Airlines
mar. 4/2211:05 pmMAA - RUH
2 stops32h 40mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/23$1,145
This Malaysia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 Malaysia Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 6/312:10 amRUH - MAA
2 stops20h 10mMalaysia Airlines
jue. 6/1911:55 pmMAA - RUH
2 stops27h 35mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 1/23$1,262
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
mié. 3/263:40 amRUH - MAA
2 stops26h 45mEthiopian Air
vie. 4/182:45 amMAA - RUH
1 stop25h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 1/23$1,470

Find flights from Riyadh to Chennai within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Riyadh 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 enero 23, 2025.

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RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

dom. 3/2

4:25 am-6:30 am

1 stop23h 35m

Chennai

lun. 3/24

7:20 am-8:20 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$316

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

vie. 2/21

7:45 am-8:35 am

1 stop22h 20m

Chennai

lun. 2/24

9:15 am-8:20 pm

2 stops13h 35m

$354

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

sáb. 4/19

11:45 am-2:50 am

1 stop12h 35m

Chennai

lun. 5/5

4:20 am-12:00 pm

1 stop10h 10m

$358

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

mar. 3/25

3:55 am-2:15 am

1 stop19h 50m

Chennai

lun. 4/7

10:00 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop22h 35m

$439

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

sáb. 4/19

9:40 am-5:10 am

1 stop17h 00m

Chennai

dom. 5/4

2:30 am-12:25 am

1 stop24h 25m

$483

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

mié. 6/4

2:55 pm-8:45 am

1 stop15h 20m

Chennai

jue. 6/19

10:00 pm-1:55 pm

1 stop18h 25m

$487

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

mar. 4/1

1:50 am-9:55 am

2 stops29h 35m

Chennai

mar. 4/22

11:05 pm-5:15 am

2 stops32h 40m

$1,145

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

mar. 6/3

12:10 am-10:50 pm

2 stops20h 10m

Chennai

jue. 6/19

11:55 pm-1:00 am

2 stops27h 35m

$1,262

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

mié. 3/26

3:40 am-8:55 am

2 stops26h 45m

Chennai

vie. 4/18

2:45 am-2:10 am

1 stop25h 55m

$1,470

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

mié. 4/2

9:10 am-3:25 am

1 stop15h 45m

$160

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Compare providers for flights from Riyadh 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 Riyadh to Chennai in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 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 Riyadh-Chennai flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Riyadh-Chennai flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Riyadh-Chennai flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Riyadh-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 Riyadh-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 Riyadh to Chennai

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Travel insights for flights from Riyadh to Chennai

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Riyadh to Chennai. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Riyadh to Chennai is 74 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 Riyadh to Chennai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Chennai (average of $943). Flying from Riyadh 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 RUH to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Riyadh 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 enero 23, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Riyadh to Chennai in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 17% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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 enero 23, 2025.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,351 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,351 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,351 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Air Arabia
7.7
Good
46 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,351 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,737 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,351 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,926 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,351 reviews

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Riyadh to Chennai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Flying on Oman Air is currently your cheapest option to Chennai, with prices starting at $316. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qatar Airways and Emirates, with the lowest prices starting at $358 and $439, respectively. You may be able to fly from Riyadh to Chennai for 25% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • 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 vacation 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 $943). Flying from Riyadh 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest$297Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Gulf AirCheapest$297Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$310Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Oman AirCheapest$361Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air ArabiaCheapest$381Average$557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$498Average$738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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