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Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai from ₹ 8,013

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 6/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUH — MAA
14 Apr — 21 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Chennai are usually found in September or February, booked 6 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Abu Dhabi to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Abu Dhabi (AUH) 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 9 April 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 18,870

One-way from

₹ 8,013

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

₹ 23,437

Good round-trip deal

₹ 19,872 or less

Good one-way deal

₹ 8,404 or less
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 29/4-3/5
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 45m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Chennai
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 6/8
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 25m total
  • Abu Dhabi to Chennai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price (₹ 744,231 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (₹ 110,692 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Abu Dhabi to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 April 2025.

Tue 29/409:15AUH - MAA
Nonstop4h 25mEtihad Airways
Sat 3/510:05MAA - AUH
Nonstop4h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 8/4₹ 18,870
Wed 23/400:15AUH - MAA
1 stop7h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 28/415:55MAA - AUH
1 stop7h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/4₹ 18,956
Mon 5/522:35AUH - MAA
Nonstop4h 20mAir Arabia Abu Dhabi
Mon 12/505:05MAA - AUH
Nonstop4h 15mAir Arabia Abu Dhabi
Deal found 8/4₹ 19,301
Sat 12/400:30AUH - MAA
1 stop9h 50mIndiGo
Wed 16/400:40MAA - AUH
Nonstop4h 20mIndiGo
Deal found 8/4₹ 20,335
Tue 6/519:20AUH - MAA
1 stop8h 20mGulf Air
Tue 13/506:00MAA - AUH
1 stop14h 05mGulf Air
Deal found 8/4₹ 22,317
Wed 9/406:50AUH - MAA
1 stop12h 55mAir India Express
Sun 13/418:45MAA - AUH
1 stop10h 50mAir India Express
Deal found 8/4₹ 25,418
Thu 29/500:15AUH - MAA
1 stop7h 10mAir India
Mon 30/615:25MAA - AUH
1 stop9h 20mAir India
Deal found 8/4₹ 28,434

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customise your flight search to find flights from Abu Dhabi 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 454,620 searches. Data last updated 9 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai that are best for you.

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Abu Dhabi

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Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 29/4

09:15-15:10

Nonstop4h 25m

Chennai

Sat 3/5

10:05-12:55

Nonstop4h 20m

₹ 18,870

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 23/4

00:15-08:55

1 stop7h 10m

Chennai

Mon 28/4

15:55-22:00

1 stop7h 35m

₹ 18,956

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 5/5

22:35-04:25

Nonstop4h 20m

Chennai

Mon 12/5

05:05-07:50

Nonstop4h 15m

₹ 19,301

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 5/5

00:15-08:55

1 stop7h 10m

Chennai

Tue 13/5

15:45-23:15

1 stop9h 00m

₹ 19,473

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 5/5

04:30-10:25

Nonstop4h 25m

Chennai

Mon 12/5

15:00-21:05

1 stop7h 35m

₹ 20,679

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Tue 6/5

19:20-05:10

1 stop8h 20m

Chennai

Tue 13/5

06:00-18:35

1 stop14h 05m

₹ 22,317

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Mon 5/5

23:55-23:55

1 stop22h 30m

Chennai

Mon 12/5

20:35-20:55

2 stops25h 50m

₹ 27,400

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Wed 6/8

02:35-08:30

Nonstop4h 25m

₹ 8,013

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Thu 1/5

00:15-00:55

1 stop23h 10m

₹ 8,099

Abu DhabiChennai

AUH - MAA

AUHMAA

Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

Sat 10/5

22:35-04:25

Nonstop4h 20m

₹ 8,186

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Best time to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai. Price data was last updated on 4 April 2025.

Booking 6 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai (average of ₹ 99). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Chennai in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 120). 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 AUH to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Abu Dhabi 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 9 April 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Abu Dhabi to Chennai in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 20% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Abu Dhabi to Chennai

Explore weekly flight availability from Abu Dhabi 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 9 April 2025.

The most flights from AUH to MAA are scheduled on a Monday (6 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 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.

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 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).

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 9 April 2025.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,545 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Des,Apr 2024

KTM - DOH

All good - I regularly fly with them and have never had any issues, Thanks, Des
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,545 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,545 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Des,Apr 2024

KTM - DOH

All good - I regularly fly with them and have never had any issues, Thanks, Des
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,186 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,545 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Des,Apr 2024

KTM - DOH

All good - I regularly fly with them and have never had any issues, Thanks, Des
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,753 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,545 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Des,Apr 2024

KTM - DOH

All good - I regularly fly with them and have never had any issues, Thanks, Des
Gulf Air
7.1
Good
200 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,545 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Des,Apr 2024

KTM - DOH

All good - I regularly fly with them and have never had any issues, Thanks, Des
SriLankan Airlines
6.8
Okay
73 reviews
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,545 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Des,Apr 2024

KTM - DOH

All good - I regularly fly with them and have never had any issues, Thanks, Des

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Abu Dhabi 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 Abu Dhabi to Chennai?

    If you book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai, you will be flying from Zayed Intl to Chennai. Flights to Chennai (MAA) from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) take 4h 20m for a nonstop flight. There are 5 flights from Zayed Intl to Chennai per day from 3 airlines.

  • How popular is this Abu Dhabi to Chennai flight route?

    Flights from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Chennai have been viewed 135 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Currently priced at ₹ 18,870, Etihad Airways will fly you from Abu Dhabi to Chennai and back. In addition to Etihad Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air Arabia Abu Dhabi and Air India - these airlines can fly you to your destination from ₹ 19,301 and ₹ 19,473, respectively. Users have found that Etihad Airways is 30% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai are Etihad Airways (₹ 8,013), Air India (₹ 8,099), and Air Arabia Abu Dhabi (₹ 8,186).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Abu Dhabi 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 Abu Dhabi to Chennai on time: Air Arabia Abu Dhabi (85%), IndiGo (82%), Etihad Airways (79%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai?

    While on average a flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai is generally ₹ 16,420, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is ₹ 7,605. When looking at the most popular route, (Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl - Chennai), you can expect to pay ₹ 16,974 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Abu Dhabi 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 Abu Dhabi to Chennai?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai (average of ₹ 99). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Chennai in May is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 120). 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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Etihad AirwaysCheapest₹ 14,331Average₹ 36,682FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 15,399Average₹ 28,888FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air Arabia Abu DhabiCheapest₹ 18,280Average₹ 26,948FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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