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November 4 - November 21

Cheapest

DXB - Chennai

$298

$278

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November 1 - November 29

Cheapest

DXB - Chennai

$295

$278

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November 4 - November 29

DXB - Chennai

$298

$280

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October 25 - October 30

DXB - Chennai

$324

$281

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October 21 - October 30

DXB - Chennai

$311

$281

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November 2 - November 7

Best

DXB - Chennai

$321

$292

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November 22 - November 29

Best

DXB - Chennai

$321

$293

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October 19 - October 31

Earliest

DXB - Chennai

$294

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November 1 - November 6

Best

DXB - Chennai

$325

$296

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November 5 - November 16

DXB - Chennai

$308

$298

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Insights for flights from Dubai to Chennai

Fares for cheap flights from Dubai to Chennai typically range from $314–$498, with a median of $366. Right now, fares are above the typical level, and currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route, offering frequent opportunities to find better prices.

When looking for the cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Chennai, March stands out with a median fare of $210. January also offers competitive prices, with a median of $283, followed by September at a median of $310. These months represent the best opportunities for more budget-friendly travel.

A typical journey from Dubai to Chennai takes about 8h 20m, including connections. This is a medium-haul route, covering a distance of 2,934 km. Since a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, the overall travel time can vary depending on whether you opt for a direct flight or one with connections.

For direct flights from Dubai to Chennai, 54.3% of recent fares are non-stop. For itineraries that include connections, travelers typically encounter one stopover. This indicates a mixed offering, where you can find both non-stop options and flights requiring a single connection.

How much is a round trip from Dubai to Chennai

Regular price: $260 - $471

Prices for flights from Dubai to Chennai are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 260 USD and 471 USD. The current lowest deal is 278 USD with Kuwait Airways, for travel from November 4 to November 21, 2026.

now $278

Low $260

High $471

The cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Chennai

The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Chennai is March, with a median price of $210. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $568. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $210

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $568

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Direct flights from Dubai to Chennai

Air Arabia

Last-minute flights going from Dubai to Chennai

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Chennai

Dubai (DXB) - Chennai (MAA)

IndiGo

$381

$324

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Chennai

Dubai (DXB) - Chennai (MAA)

IndiGo

$364

$314

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Chennai

Dubai (DXB) - Chennai (MAA)

IndiGo

$402

$351

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Chennai

Dubai (DXB) - Chennai (MAA)

IndiGo

$398

$355

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Chennai

Dubai (DXB) - Chennai (MAA)

IndiGo

$399

$309

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

DXB - Chennai

Dubai (DXB) - Chennai (MAA)

IndiGo

$397

$339

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Dubai to Chennai

14 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 20

$422 → $304

28%

4 nights

Dec 14 - Dec 18

$436 → $321

26%

8 nights

Dec 12 - Dec 20

$440 → $339

23%

4 nights

Dec 8 - Dec 12

$435 → $338

22%

Popular Airports to fly from Dubai to Chennai

Dubai - Chennai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Dubai to Chennai are above the typical level, with a median price of $366.

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Chennai, with median prices around $210.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 8h 20m.

Flights from Dubai to Chennai typically take 8 hours and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 2934 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are available from Air Arabia.

Air Arabia offers direct flights from Dubai to Chennai. 54.3% of deals are direct.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Arabia offers direct flights.

Air Arabia provides direct flights from Dubai to Chennai, with one-way options available.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route.

Deals for flights from Dubai to Chennai are frequent, with over one deal per day.

Dubai main airports to depart from

Dubai International (DXB)

Cheapest

Dubai International is a primary departure point for flights from Dubai to Chennai.

📍 ~15 km from Dubai city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$278

Al Maktoum International (DWC)

Al Maktoum International offers an alternative departure option for your trip to Chennai.

📍 ~40 km from Dubai city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$278

Dubai Bus Station (XNB)

Dubai Bus Station provides ground transport connections for journeys starting in Dubai.

📍 ~10 km from Dubai city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$278

Sharjah International (SHJ)

Sharjah International is another airport option when flying from the Dubai area to Chennai.

📍 ~30 km from Dubai city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$343

Chennai main airports to arrive at

Chennai International (MAA)

Cheapest

Chennai International Airport is a good option for direct access to Chennai and surrounding areas.

📍 ~20 km from Chennai (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$278

Airports nearby Chennai used as alternative

Bengaluru International (BLR)

Cheapest

Bengaluru International is a major international hub with extensive global connectivity and frequent flight options.

📍 ~280 km from Chennai (requires approximately 5-6 hours of ground travel)

💸 Flights from ~$287

Tirupati (TIR)

Tirupati is the closest alternative airport to Chennai, convenient for domestic connections.

📍 ~110 km from Chennai

💸 Flights from ~$378

Tiruchirappalli International (TRZ)

Tiruchirappalli International offers significant international connectivity to Southeast Asia and the Middle East.

📍 ~320 km from Chennai

💸 Flights from ~$369

Rajiv Gandhi International (HYD)

Rajiv Gandhi International is a massive international hub, excellent for long-haul international flights.

📍 ~500 km from Chennai (usually requires a long train journey or separate flight)

💸 Flights from ~$289

Coimbatore International (CJB)

Coimbatore International is a major regional hub with a strong domestic network for South Indian destinations.

📍 ~440 km from Chennai

💸 Flights from ~$332

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Chennai

Chennai, India

68% AI deal score

$931

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Chennai

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Dubai to Chennai are found when booking 60+ days in advance, with an average price of $359. Booking between 7-13 days out also shows a relatively low average price of $369. Conversely, last-minute bookings (0-6 days before departure) tend to be more expensive, averaging $584. Prices for bookings made 14-27 days in advance averaged $602.

Based on data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Dubai to Chennai is considered to be $314 or less. The median price for this route across the trailing quarter was $366. Prices typically range, with 75% of observed prices being $498 or less.

Historically, March has been the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Chennai, with a median price of $210. January also offers lower prices, with a median of $283. The annual median price for this route is $366. September historically shows a median price of $310.

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