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$148+ 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 1/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RUH — MAA
Dec 25 — Jan 11
Wed 12/25
Wed 1/1
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Chennai are usually found in February or January, 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 December 20, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$595
(Etihad Airways)

One-way from

$148
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$447
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Cheapest flights from Riyadh to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riyadh to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 20, 2024.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Tue 12/2410:55 pmRUH - MAA
1 stop25h 20mEtihad Airways
Wed 1/13:50 amMAA - RUH
1 stop7h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 12/19$353
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Mon 12/236:45 amRUH - MAA
1 stop9h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/87:20 amMAA - RUH
1 stop22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/19$380
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Sun 12/226:45 amRUH - MAA
1 stop13h 55mAir India
Mon 1/67:50 pmMAA - RUH
1 stop12h 10mAir India
Deal found 12/19$519
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 12/239:20 pmRUH - MAA
1 stop8h 25mEmirates
Sun 1/59:45 amMAA - RUH
1 stop19h 10mEmirates
Deal found 12/19$532
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 12/256:00 pmRUH - MAA
1 stop8h 15mGulf Air
Mon 1/65:35 amMAA - RUH
1 stop11h 35mGulf Air
Deal found 12/19$576
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Fri 12/204:25 amRUH - MAA
1 stop6h 35mOman Air
Tue 1/73:10 pmMAA - RUH
1 stop7h 40mOman Air
Deal found 12/19$753
This Malaysia Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 Malaysia Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2110:30 pmRUH - MAA
2 stops22h 05mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 12/2812:20 amMAA - RUH
2 stops18h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 12/19$2,027
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Mon 12/233:40 amRUH - MAA
2 stops26h 45mEthiopian Air
Sun 1/58:40 pmMAA - RUH
2 stops32h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 12/19$2,269
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/231:00 amRUH - MAA
1 stop26h 05mBritish Airways
Sun 1/55:45 amMAA - RUH
2 stops26h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/19$11,705

Find flights from Riyadh to Chennai within your budget

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RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 1/1

4:30 am-2:45 am

1 stop19h 45m

Chennai

Thu 4/3

4:10 am-9:30 pm

1 stop19h 50m

$595

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 1/2

8:30 pm-1:55 am

1 stop26h 55m

Chennai

Thu 4/3

4:20 am-1:55 pm

2 stops12h 05m

$719

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 3/23

3:40 am-8:10 am

1 stop26h 00m

Chennai

Sun 5/11

3:00 am-2:10 am

1 stop25h 40m

$916

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 6/5

12:30 am-10:45 pm

2 stops19h 45m

Chennai

Sat 7/5

11:45 am-3:30 am

2 stops18h 15m

$1,362

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 1/10

7:45 am-4:00 pm

1 stop29h 45m

$148

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 1/2

6:45 am-8:10 pm

1 stop10h 55m

$159

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 1/10

10:40 pm-5:25 pm

2 stops16h 15m

$160

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 3/25

3:55 am-2:15 am

1 stop19h 50m

$236

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 12/25

1:45 am-2:25 am

1 stop22h 10m

$325

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 1/31

4:50 am-11:05 pm

2 stops15h 45m

$808

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Deals found on 12/19

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 December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice 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 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

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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 December 13, 2024.

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 December 20, 2024.

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 December 20, 2024.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,408 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Foos service and pickup was quite slow and limited choices.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,408 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,408 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Foos service and pickup was quite slow and limited choices.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,788 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,408 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Foos service and pickup was quite slow and limited choices.

Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,208 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,408 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Foos service and pickup was quite slow and limited choices.

Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
292 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,408 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Foos service and pickup was quite slow and limited choices.

Ethiopian Air
7.3
Good
781 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,408 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Foos service and pickup was quite slow and limited choices.

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 Etihad Airways is currently your cheapest option to Chennai, with prices starting at $595. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Ethiopian Air and Malaysia Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $916 and $1,362, respectively.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Riyadh to Chennai are IndiGo ($148), Air India ($159), and Emirates ($236).

  • 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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Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Riyadh 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 December 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air IndiaCheapest$297Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$306Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Gulf AirCheapest$315Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Oman AirCheapest$361Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
EmiratesCheapest$371Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air ArabiaCheapest$387Average$562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$498Average$738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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