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$139+ 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 10/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RUH — MAA
Jul 6 — Jul 131
Sun 7/6
Sun 7/13
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 July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$273
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$139
(Oman Air)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$570
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 July 1, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Tue 8/195:25 pmRUH - MAA
1 stop16h 15mAir India
Tue 10/73:45 pmMAA - RUH
1 stop16h 45mAir India
Deal found 7/1$273
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/195:00 pmRUH - MAA
1 stop7h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/53:30 pmMAA - RUH
1 stop7h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$290
This Oman Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Sun 8/313:55 amRUH - MAA
1 stop25h 00mOman Air
Wed 10/158:25 amMAA - RUH
1 stop9h 20mOman Air
Deal found 6/30$296
This Gulf Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Gulf Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/1711:20 pmRUH - MAA
1 stop27h 20mGulf Air
Mon 10/66:00 amMAA - RUH
1 stop11h 30mGulf Air
Deal found 7/1$337
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Sat 8/162:20 amRUH - MAA
1 stop15h 40mEmirates
Mon 10/610:00 pmMAA - RUH
1 stop9h 40mEmirates
Deal found 7/1$449

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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 July 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Riyadh to Chennai that are best for you.

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Riyadh

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Chennai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 8/19

5:25 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop16h 15m

Chennai

Tue 10/7

3:45 pm-6:00 am

1 stop16h 45m

$273

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 8/19

5:00 pm-3:25 am

1 stop7h 55m

Chennai

Sun 10/5

3:30 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$290

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 8/31

3:55 am-7:25 am

1 stop25h 00m

Chennai

Wed 10/15

8:25 am-3:15 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$296

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 8/17

11:20 pm-5:10 am

1 stop27h 20m

Chennai

Mon 10/6

6:00 am-3:00 pm

1 stop11h 30m

$337

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sat 8/16

2:20 am-8:30 pm

1 stop15h 40m

Chennai

Mon 10/6

10:00 pm-5:10 am

1 stop9h 40m

$449

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Tue 8/19

2:30 pm-2:10 am

1 stop9h 10m

Chennai

Sat 10/4

3:10 am-11:30 am

1 stop10h 50m

$457

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Sun 10/26

4:25 am-6:30 am

1 stop23h 35m

$139

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 7/10

4:00 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop26h 20m

$328

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Fri 7/18

6:15 pm-8:55 am

2 stops12h 10m

$437

RiyadhChennai

RUH - MAA

RUHMAA

Riyadh King Khaled Intl

Thu 7/10

12:15 pm-10:10 am

2 stops19h 25m

$637

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Best time to book a flight from Riyadh to Chennai

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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 27, 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 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 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 July 1, 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.

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 July 1, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Turkish Airlines, and Ethiopian Air from Riyadh 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.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,285 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

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
3,285 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,285 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

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
3,886 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,285 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

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.
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
789 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,285 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

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.
Kuwait Airways
7.1
Good
302 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,285 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Food

7.8

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 India is currently your cheapest option to Chennai, with prices starting at $273. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Oman Air and Gulf Air, with the lowest prices starting at $296 and $337, respectively. You may be able to fly from Riyadh to Chennai for 36% 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 Oman Air ($139), Gulf Air ($328), and Turkish Airlines ($637).

  • 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 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 4 airlines flying from Riyadh to Chennai

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Riyadh 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 July 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Gulf AirCheapest$297Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$310Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Oman AirCheapest$337Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Air ArabiaCheapest$381Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%

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