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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Zayed International to Chennai? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Chennai.C$225 per passenger.Departing Wed, Apr 30, returning Wed, May 21.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departing from Zayed International on Wed, Apr 30, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departing from Chennai on Wed, May 21, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$225, select.
Chennai.C$225 per passenger.Departing Fri, May 9, returning Wed, Jun 18.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departing from Zayed International on Fri, May 9, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departing from Chennai on Wed, Jun 18, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$225, select.
Chennai.C$225 per passenger.Departing Thu, May 1, returning Fri, May 30.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departing from Zayed International on Thu, May 1, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departing from Chennai on Fri, May 30, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$225, select.
Chennai.C$227 per passenger.Departing Wed, May 14, returning Tue, Jul 15.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departing from Zayed International on Wed, May 14, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departing from Chennai on Tue, Jul 15, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$227, select.
Chennai.C$231 per passenger.Departing Sun, Apr 27, returning Sun, Jun 1.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departing from Zayed International on Sun, Apr 27, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departing from Chennai on Sun, Jun 1, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$231, select.
Chennai.C$232 per passenger.Departing Tue, Apr 29, returning Tue, Jul 15.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departing from Zayed International on Tue, Apr 29, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with Etihad Airways departing from Chennai on Tue, Jul 15, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$232, select.
Chennai.C$252 per passenger.Departing Thu, Nov 6, returning Thu, Nov 13.Round-trip flight with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi departing from Zayed International on Thu, Nov 6, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi departing from Chennai on Thu, Nov 13, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$252, select.
Chennai.C$256 per passenger.Departing Fri, Oct 31, returning Sat, Nov 15.Round-trip flight with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi.Outbound direct flight with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi departing from Zayed International on Fri, Oct 31, arriving in Chennai.Inbound direct flight with Air Arabia Abu Dhabi departing from Chennai on Sat, Nov 15, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$256, select.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Zayed International to Chennai?

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Zayed International to Chennai flights are currently cheapest in May.
Apr
from C$259
May
from C$225
Jun
from C$346
Jul
from C$355
Aug
from C$361
Sep
from C$279
Oct
from C$288
Nov
from C$252
Dec
from C$334
Jan
from C$393
Feb
from C$327
Mar
from C$393

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Abu Dhabi to Chennai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$225
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time4 hrs, 15 mins
Most popular airlineEtihad Airways
Average flights per week46

Finding cheap flights from Zayed International to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Zayed International to Chennai is C$225. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 14 minutes is the average flight time from Zayed International to Chennai.
Etihad Airways, Air Arabia Abu Dhabi and IndiGo fly direct from Zayed International to Chennai.
There are 47 flights per week flying from Zayed International to Chennai, as of April 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Zayed International to Chennai is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Zayed International Airport to Chennai Airport on Friday, May 9, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 14 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chennai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chennai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Etihad Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chennai.

Flying from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Chennai Airport is 4 hours 15 minutes.

  • The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Abu Dhabi.

  • Each week, there are 161 Abu Dhabi International Airport to Chennai Airport flights. If you want to get going as early as possible, jump on the 02:35 IndiGo flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 22:45 with Hi Fly Malta.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your AUH to MAA flight.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as February? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • You'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Chennai Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Chennai adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this exciting corner of India:

  • The majority of passengers choose to travel with Hi Fly Malta on this route.

  • The most punctual carrier operating AUH to MAA flights is Etihad Airways. Its services arrive without delay 75.0% of the time.

  • If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Chennai Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between AUH and MAA:

    • Kannur International Airport

    • Rajiv Gandhi International Airport

    • Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • C$96 is currently the best price for a one-way Abu Dhabi International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Return flights start from C$225. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.

  • To score cheap tickets from AUH to MAA, book your journey 11 months before your planned departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Chennai Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from AUH to MAA by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Chennai Airport.

Handy information about Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)

  • 78.54% of flights that take off from Abu Dhabi International Airport land at their destination on time.

  • Abu Dhabi International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Abu Dhabi. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near AUH? If you're catching an early flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Chennai Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • Consider booking a hotel close to MAA if you have a late Abu Dhabi International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

  • Follow your own route with a Chennai Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Rental and chase adventure across Chennai and beyond.

  • Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Chennai Airport around three weeks before your trip.

Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai

  • From Chennai Airport, Chennai is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Getting there by public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.

When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Chennai Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Chennai. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Abu Dhabi International Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you'd like to explore Chennai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from AUH to MAA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.

Explore more of India

  • You've seen Chennai, now it's time to discover more of India. Journey about 290 kilometres west to Bengaluru to tick off its popular sights. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another essential stop in India. Experience major highlights starting with Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.

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