
Flights from Dubai to Chennai from AED1,675
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From | To | Fare Type | Dates | Price |
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FromDubai (XNB) | ToChennai (MAA) | Round-trip / Economy | 10 May 2025 - 13 Jun 2025 | From AED1,675* Last Seen 21 hours ago |
FromDubai (XNB) | ToChennai (MAA) | Round-trip / Economy | 7 Mar 2025 - 9 Mar 2025 | From AED1,815* Last Seen 1 day ago |
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Arriving in Chennai
Flying from Dubai
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Fly from Dubai to Chennai with Etihad Airways
Book flights from Dubai to Chennai and travel from the UAE’s bustling urban metropolis to one of India’s favourite cultural hubs.
Chennai is one of the most-visited cities in India, with endless fun and excitement to discover. Relax on one of the city’s famous beaches, get up close to amazing reptiles at Madras Crocodile Bank Trust, and immerse yourself in art and culture at the city’s many museums and galleries.
Flying from Dubai to Chennai: FAQs
What is the time difference between Chennai and Dubai?
Chennai is one hour and 30 minutes ahead of Dubai. Chennai operates on IST (India Standard Time, GMT+0530) and Dubai operates on GST (Gulf Standard Time, GMT+0400).
Is it easy to travel around Chennai?
There are plenty of ways to travel around Chennai, whether you’re exploring the city centre or venturing further into the suburbs and surrounding towns. Take advantage of Chennai’s railway system, with regular trains that run across the city to the beach and the outer suburbs, as well as a metro that covers the main neighbourhoods around the city.
You can also book a taxi or autorickshaw for a quicker way to move through the city centre – be sure to negotiate the fare at the beginning of your journey.
Top tips for Dubai to Chennai

A crash course in culture
Though they’re not quite as old as Dubai’s 1787 Al Fahidi Fort (which houses Dubai Museum), Chennai is home to some of India’s oldest museums and galleries.
The Government Museum and The National Art Gallery were both established in the early 18th century. Immerse yourself in old-meets-new, spend an afternoon exploring the artefacts and artwork, and get a feel for the diverse and energetic local culture.

Stop to shop
If you’re flying from Dubai to Chennai, the chances are you’ll want to tackle the city’s impressive bounty of shops, malls and boutiques. As South India’s chief retail destination, there’s plenty of exciting shops to explore.
Don’t miss the chance to visit the iconic Express Avenue for four floors of modern luxury and combine shopping with history when you visit Spencer Plaza, India’s oldest shopping mall.