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Cheap flights from Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Chennai (MAA)

AUH — MAA
May 22 — May 291
Fri 5/22
Fri 5/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Chennai are usually found in September or November, booked 16 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Find 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 April 22, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$304

Good round-trip deal

$331 or less

Good one-way deal

$158 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl-Chennai flight deals.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price ($88 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Abu Dhabi to Chennai in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
oojoPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
BudgetAirPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Abu Dhabi-Chennai flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Abu Dhabi-Chennai flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Abu Dhabi-Chennai flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Abu Dhabi-Chennai flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Abu Dhabi-Chennai flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chennai from Abu Dhabi with our price prediction graph.
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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 round-trip flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai. Price data was last updated on April 17, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai is 16 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai (average of $200). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $455). 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 April 22, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Abu Dhabi to Chennai at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 20% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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 April 22, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Etihad Airways and IndiGo from Abu Dhabi to Chennai by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,433 reviews

Crew

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

TRV - AUH

I liked the choice of food. The passenger next to me was continuously asking for wine to drink and thus was drunk which was uncomfortable.
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,433 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,433 reviews

Crew

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

TRV - AUH

I liked the choice of food. The passenger next to me was continuously asking for wine to drink and thus was drunk which was uncomfortable.
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
551 reviews
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,433 reviews

Crew

7.8

Food

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.2

Overall

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2026

TRV - AUH

I liked the choice of food. The passenger next to me was continuously asking for wine to drink and thus was drunk which was uncomfortable.

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.

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

    The Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl to Chennai flight path was viewed by 30 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Flying on Etihad Airways is currently your cheapest option to Chennai, with prices starting at $180. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by IndiGo and Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, with the lowest prices starting at $193 and $224, respectively. Etihad Airways is currently priced 38% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai are Etihad Airways ($67), Air Arabia Abu Dhabi ($71), and IndiGo ($91).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Abu Dhabi to Chennai?

    Consider Air France (93%), KLM (90%) or Air Arabia Abu Dhabi (89%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Abu Dhabi to Chennai.

  • 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 vacation 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Abu Dhabi to Chennai (average of $200). Flying from Abu Dhabi to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $455). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Abu Dhabi to Chennai

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Abu Dhabi to Chennai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 22, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$180Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
IndiGoCheapest$193Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Air Arabia Abu DhabiCheapest$224Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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