Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Chennai Airport to Dubai Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 15 minutes.
Dubai is one hour 30 minutes behind Chennai and observes the UTC+4 timezone.
Choose from 35 weekly Chennai Airport to Dubai Airport flights. The 03:45 departure with Emirates is the earliest you can take. Emirates operates the latest service of the day at 22:00.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your MAA to DXB flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
With direct flights from Chennai Airport to Dubai Airport operated by a number of airlines, flying to Dubai (and then other parts of the United Arab Emirates) is a snap. You can travel nonstop with:
Most passengers choose to travel with Emirates on this route.
IndiGo is the most punctual carrier that operates MAA to DXB flights. A reliable 94.83% of its departures on this route arrive without delay.
If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chennai Airport to Dubai Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MAA and DXB:
Mumbai Airport
Hyderabad Airport
Muscat Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
Rs36,967 is the lowest price for a one-way Chennai Airport to Dubai Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs78,002. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
It's a good idea to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from MAA to DXB. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Dubai Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Finding cheap flights from MAA to DXB is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new deal comes up.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Chennai Airport to Dubai Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
Of the flights that depart from Chennai Airport, 76% land on schedule at their destination.
Chennai Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport usually takes 1 hour.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near MAA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chennai Airport to Dubai Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you're getting in on a late Chennai Airport to Dubai Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near DXB:
Pick up a Dubai Airport rental car and explore Dubai and beyond with your own set of wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Rental are top providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Dubai Airport about three weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The quietest month for a flight from Chennai Airport to Dubai Airport is March, while December is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Dubai based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Chennai Airport to Dubai Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC to 42ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 14ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MAA to DXB sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Sharjah is just one of the many cities in the United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Dubai. Around 23 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland.
Around 121 kilometres south-west of Dubai, Abu Dhabi is another favourite stop in the United Arab Emirates. No visit is complete without checking out Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace.
