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Flights from Riyadh to Chennai

Best Deals for Riyadh to Chennai Flights on Etihad

Best Deals for Riyadh to Chennai Flights on Etihad
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FromRiyadh (RUH)ToChennai (MAA)Round-trip
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29 May 2025 - 12 Jul 2025

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Fly from Riyadh to Chennai with Etihad Airways

Travel from the beating heart of Saudi Arabia to the capital of India’s historic Tamil Nadu region when you choose flights from Riyadh to Chennai via Abu Dhabi with Etihad.

You have the option to pause your journey with a stopover in Abu Dhabi where you can immerse yourself in this fascinating city. Book flights with Etihad today and you’ll soon be experiencing the temples, beaches and aromatic food of Chennai.

RUH to MAA: flight facts

Journey time 7hrs 15mins

Your Riyadh to Chennai journey time can vary depending on your connection in Abu Dhabi. Why not stay in the city a little longer to explore the capital of the UAE?

Flight distance 2,356 miles

Flights from Riyadh to Chennai via Abu Dhabi with Etihad Airways cover a distance of 2,356 miles (3,792 kilometres).

Your flight from Riyadh to Chennai

Embark on your first flight starting at King Khalid Airport (RUH) and fly over the desert to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH). After your connection, you’ll continue on to Tamil Nadu by journeying south-east across the glittering Arabian Sea.

Travel over India’s southern regions before coming in to land at Chennai International Airport (MAA).

*Aircraft, cabins and services may vary by route and flight. You can check this when you search for your flight. This page was last updated Sept 2019.

Flying from Riyadh to Chennai: FAQs

How do you get from Chennai International Airport to the city centre?

Taxes and buses can both take you into the centre of the city, with times varying from 30 minutes to an hour. For a comfortable arrival, arrange a transfer with Etihad and it will be waiting for you when you land.

What’s the weather like in Chennai?

Chennai has warm weather year-round, with average temperatures ranging from 26°C to 33°C. Conditions are warmer between April and September, reaching highs of 36°C. The chance of rain is highest between June and December. January to February is usually dryer.

Top tips for Riyadh to Chennai

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Visit culture-packed museums

Riyadh may be home to Saudi Arabia’s largest museum, but Chennai boasts some of the most fascinating cultural spots in India. Make sure you spend a few hours exploring the Government Museum located opposite the city’s grand Pantheon Complex. It’s filled with unmissable exhibits exploring the region’s archaeological and human history, with some artefacts dating back as far as the 7th century.

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Enjoy mouth-watering food

While Riyadh is famed for hosting some of the top restaurants in the Middle East, Chennai is known for its rich culinary traditions. Sample street food favourites such as dosa (a thin rice flour pancake) and spicy potato-filled samosas, or order up a bowl of idli sambar, an aromatic vegetable and lentil stew much loved by locals.