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$122+ Cheap flights from Doha (DOH) to Chennai (MAA)

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 8/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DOH — MAA
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Doha Hamad Intl to Chennai are usually found in September or February, booked 13 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Doha to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Doha (DOH) 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 julio 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$279
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$122
(Mytrip)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$563

Good one-way deal

$164 or less
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Cheapest flights from Doha to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Doha to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on julio 29, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/27:00 pmDOH - MAA
1 stop11h 25mAir India
jue. 12/411:40 amMAA - DOH
1 stop8h 50mAir India
Deal found 7/28$279
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 9/102:00 amDOH - MAA
1 stop9h 35mMultiple Airlines
jue. 9/186:00 amMAA - DOH
1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$298
This Oman Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Oman Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/14:10 pmDOH - MAA
1 stop12h 45mOman Air
sáb. 11/17:20 amMAA - DOH
1 stop10h 40mOman Air
Deal found 7/28$309
This Air Arabia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Arabia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 9/133:55 amDOH - MAA
1 stop21h 00mAir Arabia
vie. 9/264:05 amMAA - DOH
1 stop16h 05mAir Arabia
Deal found 7/28$339
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/216:40 pmDOH - MAA
1 stop6h 25mSalam Air
dom. 8/314:20 amMAA - DOH
1 stop7h 55mSalam Air
Deal found 7/28$372
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 9/147:50 pmDOH - MAA
Nonstop4h 30mQatar Airways
vie. 9/269:50 pmMAA - DOH
Nonstop4h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/28$412
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 8/127:50 pmDOH - MAA
Nonstop4h 30mIndiGo
mar. 8/1910:00 pmMAA - DOH
1 stop10h 20mIndiGo
Deal found 7/29$416

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Doha to Chennai that are best for you.

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DohaChennai

DOH - MAA

DOHMAA

Doha Hamad Intl

jue. 10/2

7:00 pm-8:55 am

1 stop11h 25m

Chennai

jue. 12/4

11:40 am-6:00 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$279

DohaChennai

DOH - MAA

DOHMAA

Doha Hamad Intl

mié. 9/10

2:00 am-2:05 pm

1 stop9h 35m

Chennai

jue. 9/18

6:00 am-6:30 pm

1 stop15h 00m

$298

DohaChennai

DOH - MAA

DOHMAA

Doha Hamad Intl

sáb. 9/13

3:55 am-3:25 am

1 stop21h 00m

Chennai

vie. 9/26

4:05 am-5:40 pm

1 stop16h 05m

$339

DohaChennai

DOH - MAA

DOHMAA

Doha Hamad Intl

jue. 8/21

6:40 pm-3:35 am

1 stop6h 25m

Chennai

dom. 8/31

4:20 am-9:45 am

1 stop7h 55m

$372

DohaChennai

DOH - MAA

DOHMAA

Doha Hamad Intl

dom. 9/14

7:50 pm-2:50 am

Nonstop4h 30m

Chennai

vie. 9/26

9:50 pm-11:45 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

$412

DohaChennai

DOH - MAA

DOHMAA

Doha Hamad Intl

mar. 8/12

7:50 pm-2:50 am

Nonstop4h 30m

Chennai

mar. 8/19

10:00 pm-5:50 am

1 stop10h 20m

$416

DohaChennai

DOH - MAA

DOHMAA

Doha Hamad Intl

jue. 8/21

7:20 pm-5:10 am

1 stop7h 20m

$122

DohaChennai

DOH - MAA

DOHMAA

Doha Hamad Intl

jue. 8/14

5:35 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop18h 40m

$123

DohaChennai

DOH - MAA

DOHMAA

Doha Hamad Intl

mar. 8/26

2:00 am-9:10 am

Nonstop4h 40m

$128

DohaChennai

DOH - MAA

DOHMAA

Doha Hamad Intl

mar. 8/26

3:55 am-3:25 am

1 stop21h 00m

$131

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The best insider tips for Doha to Chennai flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Doha to Chennai trip
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Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways offers extra legroom seats for an additional fee, ideal for longer flights.


Qatar Airways' business class offers luxury with pajamas, fresh flowers, and anytime dining.

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IndiGo's Super 6E offers wider seats, more legroom, and priority boarding for added comfort.


IndiGo's Flexi Plus fare includes free seat selection and complimentary meals, ideal for flexible plans.

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Best time to book a flight from Doha to Chennai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chennai from Doha with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Doha to Chennai

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Doha to Chennai. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Doha to Chennai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 13 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Doha to Chennai (average of $941). Flying from Doha to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,531). 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 DOH to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Doha 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 julio 29, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 21% on flights from Doha to Chennai by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Doha to Chennai

Explore weekly flight availability from Doha 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 julio 29, 2025.

The most flights from DOH to MAA are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Doha to Chennai?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Doha to Chennai chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Manama (BAH) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 34% of 1-stop itineraries from Doha to Chennai on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Doha to Chennai?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Doha to Chennai, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Mumbai (BOM) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $268.

What’s the fastest layover option from Doha to Chennai?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Doha to Chennai, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Colombo (CMB) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 3h 02m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Doha to Chennai?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Doha to Chennai, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Colombo (CMB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 36m.

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 julio 29, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Air Arabia, Qatar Airways, and Etihad Airways from Doha to Chennai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air Arabia
7.5
Good
49 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

5.8

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.8

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 1
2.0
Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

SHJ - HBE

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food
Air Arabia
7.5
Good
49 reviews
Air Arabia
7.5
Good
49 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

5.8

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.8

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 1
2.0
Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

SHJ - HBE

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,609 reviews
Air Arabia
7.5
Good
49 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

5.8

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.8

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 1
2.0
Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

SHJ - HBE

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,227 reviews
Air Arabia
7.5
Good
49 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

5.8

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.8

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 1
2.0
Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

SHJ - HBE

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food
Gulf Air
7.1
Good
203 reviews
Air Arabia
7.5
Good
49 reviews

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

5.8

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.8

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 1
2.0
Mediocre

معلومة نص,Mar 2023

SHJ - HBE

There was a delay about 30 minutes The WiFi movies were not working There is no Free Food

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight from Doha to Chennai, you will be flying from Hamad Intl to Chennai. Flights to Chennai (MAA) from Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) take 13h 35m for a nonstop flight. There are 2 flights from Hamad Intl to Chennai per day from 9 airlines.

  • How popular is this Doha to Chennai flight route?

    The Doha Hamad Intl to Chennai flight path was viewed by 42 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 Doha to Chennai round-trip?

    Air India, at $279, was found to be the cheapest airline from Doha to Chennai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air Arabia and Salam Air. Users have found that Air India is 32% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Doha to Chennai are Gulf Air ($122), Etihad Airways ($123), and IndiGo ($128).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Doha to Chennai?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $139. While the most popular route (Doha Hamad Intl - Chennai) can be booked for $353 on average our data indicates $222 when flying from Doha to Chennai.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Doha to Chennai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Doha to Chennai?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Doha 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 Doha to Chennai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Doha to Chennai (average of $941). Flying from Doha to Chennai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,531). 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 9 airlines flying from Doha to Chennai

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Doha 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 julio 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
VistaraCheapest$171Average$177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$248Average$370FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Gulf AirCheapest$261Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Air IndiaCheapest$277Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Oman AirCheapest$292Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
IndiGoCheapest$301Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
Air ArabiaCheapest$328Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$336Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$364Average$598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%

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