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$142+ Cheap flights from Riyadh (RUH) 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 7/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RUH — MAA
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Chennai are usually found in February or January, booked 14 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Riyadh to Chennai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Riyadh (RUH) 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$288
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$142
(Mytrip)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$604
From Riyadh King Khaled Intl to Chennai
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Cheapest flights from Riyadh to Chennai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riyadh to Chennai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Tue 7/158:20 pmRUH - MAA
1 stop8h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/1712:40 amMAA - RUH
2 stops23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$288
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/209:10 amRUH - MAA
1 stop15h 45mAir Arabia
Fri 10/104:05 amMAA - RUH
1 stop14h 25mAir Arabia
Deal found 6/10$330
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Sun 6/1511:20 pmRUH - MAA
1 stop27h 20mGulf Air
Sun 7/279:35 pmMAA - RUH
1 stop19h 55mGulf Air
Deal found 6/12$334
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/162:55 pmRUH - MAA
1 stop27h 40mAir India
Sun 7/278:50 pmMAA - RUH
1 stop19h 20mAir India
Deal found 6/12$340
This Oman Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Wed 12/244:25 amRUH - MAA
1 stop23h 35mOman Air
Sat 1/37:20 amMAA - RUH
1 stop22h 15mOman Air
Deal found 6/11$374
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sat 7/267:45 amRUH - MAA
1 stop11h 35mIndiGo
Fri 8/13:15 amMAA - RUH
1 stop23h 40mIndiGo
Deal found 6/11$463
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/12:20 amRUH - MAA
1 stop15h 40mEmirates
Wed 9/34:00 amMAA - RUH
1 stop16h 35mEmirates
Deal found 6/11$569
This Egyptair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Egyptair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/144:00 amRUH - MAA
2 stops26h 25mEgyptair
Mon 7/287:50 pmMAA - RUH
2 stops18h 40mEgyptair
Deal found 6/12$913
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/263:40 amRUH - MAA
1 stop19h 00mEthiopian Air
Fri 9/262:45 amMAA - RUH
1 stop25h 55mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/11$958

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Riyadh to Chennai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Riyadh to Chennai that are best for you.

Fly from

Riyadh

Fly to

Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 7/15

8:20 pm-7:00 am

1 stop8h 10m

Chennai

Thu 7/17

12:40 am-9:20 pm

2 stops23h 10m

$288

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 9/20

9:10 am-3:25 am

1 stop15h 45m

Chennai

Fri 10/10

4:05 am-4:00 pm

1 stop14h 25m

$330

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 7/26

7:45 am-9:50 pm

1 stop11h 35m

Chennai

Fri 8/1

3:15 am-12:25 am

1 stop23h 40m

$463

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 8/2

7:00 am-8:50 pm

1 stop11h 20m

Chennai

Wed 9/3

6:00 am-10:20 pm

1 stop18h 50m

$505

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 8/1

2:20 am-8:30 pm

1 stop15h 40m

Chennai

Wed 9/3

4:00 am-6:05 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$569

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 6/28

3:55 am-2:30 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Chennai

Mon 9/29

8:25 am-3:15 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$748

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 6/26

3:40 am-1:10 am

1 stop19h 00m

Chennai

Fri 9/26

2:45 am-2:10 am

1 stop25h 55m

$958

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Mon 6/30

6:20 pm-2:10 am

1 stop29h 20m

Chennai

Thu 8/14

3:10 am-11:30 am

1 stop10h 50m

$1,169

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Wed 7/2

12:15 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops21h 30m

Chennai

Tue 8/5

11:00 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops26h 25m

$1,207

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 6/29

1:10 am-2:50 am

1 stop23h 10m

Chennai

Fri 8/15

4:20 am-10:15 am

1 stop8h 25m

$1,227

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Best time to book a flight from Riyadh to Chennai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Chennai from Riyadh with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Riyadh to Chennai

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Riyadh to Chennai. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Riyadh to Chennai is 14 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 Riyadh to Chennai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Chennai (average of $943). Flying from Riyadh to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,538). 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 RUH to MAA?

Find hourly flight availability from Riyadh 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 June 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Riyadh to Chennai in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 17% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Rainfall in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chennai ranges from 0.4 - 13.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 13.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Chennai when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Chennai by month

Plan your trip to Chennai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chennai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, May is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 91.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 77.0 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Air Arabia and Qatar Airways from Riyadh to Chennai have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Air Arabia
7.7
Good
47 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,584 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Turkish Airlines
7.3
Good
3,848 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Riyadh to Chennai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Flying on Air Arabia is currently your cheapest option to Chennai, with prices starting at $330. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by IndiGo and Gulf Air, with the lowest prices starting at $463 and $505, respectively. You may be able to fly from Riyadh to Chennai for 22% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Riyadh to Chennai are IndiGo ($172), Oman Air ($264), and Emirates ($452).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riyadh to Chennai (average of $943). Flying from Riyadh to Chennai in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,538). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Gulf AirCheapest$297Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$310Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Oman AirCheapest$337Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
SriLankan AirlinesCheapest$357Average$733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Air ArabiaCheapest$381Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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