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Cheapest round-trip
948 ﷼
Typical prices: 1,320 ﷼–1,965 ﷼
Kuwait Airways
Mon 1/8Tue 2/13
RUH - MAA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
529 ﷼
Typical prices: 627 ﷼-1,038 ﷼
IndiGo
Fri 9/21
RUH - MAA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no nonstop flights between Riyadh and Chennai. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
18 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 18 weeks in advance save around 35% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 25% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL)
Cheapest • Avg 673 ﷼ (round-trip)
Sharjah (SHJ)
Shortest trip • 7h 58m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Riyadh to Chennai (RUH-MAA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Riyadh to Chennai

Fri, Jan 8 - Sat, Feb 13
Kuwait Airways Logo
6:15 pm - 6:40 amRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-MAA Chennai
9h 55m1 stop Kuwait City
Kuwait Airways Logo
7:40 am - 5:15 pmMAA  Chennai-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
12h 05m1 stop Kuwait City
948 ﷼Kuwait Airways
Sun, Jan 17 - Sat, Feb 27
Kuwait Airways Logo
6:15 pm - 6:40 amRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-MAA Chennai
9h 55m1 stop Kuwait City
Kuwait Airways Logo
3:15 am - 11:05 amMAA  Chennai-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
10h 20m1 stop Kuwait City
951 ﷼Kuwait Airways
Fri, Sep 25 - Thu, Oct 1
Air India Express Logo
11:30 am - 11:20 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-MAA Chennai
9h 20m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
Air India Express Logo
9:25 pm - 10:30 amMAA  Chennai-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
15h 35m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
1,218 ﷼Air India Express
Sun, Sep 20 - Thu, Nov 12
Air India Express Logo
11:30 am - 1:50 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-MAA Chennai
23h 50m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
Air India Express Logo
8:35 pm - 11:45 pmMAA  Chennai-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
29h 40m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
1,232 ﷼Air India Express
Thu, Oct 1 - Wed, Oct 28
Etihad Airways Logo
4:20 am - 8:25 amRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-MAA Chennai
25h 35m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
4:10 pm - 2:55 amMAA  Chennai-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
13h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
1,266 ﷼Etihad Airways
Mon, Nov 2 - Thu, Dec 3
Etihad Airways Logo
10:35 pm - 8:05 amRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-MAA Chennai
7h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
4:10 pm - 3:10 pmMAA  Chennai-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
25h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
1,266 ﷼Etihad Airways
Sat, Nov 21 - Sun, Dec 6
Qatar Airways Logo
11:45 am - 2:30 amRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-MAA Chennai
12h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
3:15 am - 3:00 pmMAA  Chennai-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
14h 15m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
1,484 ﷼Qatar Airways
Fri, Sep 25 - Thu, Oct 1
Air India Logo
11:30 am - 11:20 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-MAA Chennai
9h 20m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
Air India Logo
5:00 pm - 10:30 amMAA  Chennai-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
20h 00m2 stops Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Bengaluru Intl
1,599 ﷼Air India
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13
Air India Logo
7:15 am - 8:25 pmRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-MAA Chennai
10h 40m1 stop Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
Air India Logo
4:20 pm - 2:35 pmMAA  Chennai-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
24h 45m2 stops New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Kochi
1,854 ﷼Air India
Tue, Nov 24 - Sun, Nov 29
Gulf Air Logo
11:20 pm - 4:45 amRUH  Riyadh King Khaled Intl-MAA Chennai
26h 55m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
9:25 pm - 2:45 pmMAA  Chennai-RUH Riyadh King Khaled Intl
19h 50m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
3,294 ﷼Gulf Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Riyadh to Chennai flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Riyadh to Chennai with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Riyadh to Chennai?

Round-trip flights from Riyadh to Chennai start at 948 ﷼. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from 1,320 ﷼ to 1,965 ﷼. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was 948 ﷼ on Kuwait Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Riyadh to Chennai?

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Riyadh to Chennai and is 13% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day, with flight prices 18% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Chennai?

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Chennai at 1,188 ﷼ round-trip.
  • July (2,350 ﷼) and June (1,906 ﷼) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 97% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Riyadh to Chennai the cheapest?

Flights from Riyadh to Chennai are cheapest 18 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 35% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Riyadh to Chennai flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

529 ﷼
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 21% increase in price.
Flight from Riyadh to Chennai

When to book flights from Riyadh to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Riyadh to Chennai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Riyadh to Chennai flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Riyadh to Chennai?

    Flights from Riyadh to Chennai usually depart from Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Riyadh to Chennai?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Riyadh to Chennai:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Riyadh to Chennai pass through?

    One-stop flights from Riyadh to Chennai most commonly connect through:

    • Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 16% of one-stop connections
    • Kuwait City (KWI) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) - 10% of one-stop connections

    Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Riyadh to Chennai?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 27% on the Riyadh to Chennai route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at 1,377 ﷼ round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at 1,862 ﷼, a difference of 485 ﷼. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How expensive are last-minute Riyadh to Chennai flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 21% above the route average of 1,577 ﷼. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Riyadh to Chennai?

    A nonstop flight from Riyadh to Chennai takes 0h 00m, covering 6,029 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Riyadh to Chennai?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How are flight prices from Riyadh to Chennai looking right now?

    One-way fares from Riyadh to Chennai are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 696 ﷼, which is 7% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Riyadh to Chennai?

    Flying via Sharjah (SHJ) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 58m, compared with 8h 11m via Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) and 8h 24m via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH).

  • What is the time difference between Riyadh and Chennai?

    Chennai is 2 hours ahead of Riyadh (India Time vs Arabian Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Riyadh to Chennai flight?

    Round-trip flights from Riyadh to Chennai range from 1,320 ﷼ to 1,965 ﷼, with an average of 1,577 ﷼ over the past 12 months. Anything below 1,320 ﷼ counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Riyadh to Chennai flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Friday flights average 1,377 ﷼ - about 485 ﷼ less than Thursday (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 18 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 35% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Riyadh to Chennai trip for February. Fares historically average 1,188 ﷼ round-trip in that month - typically 1,162 ﷼ less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chennai Airport.
    - Radisson Blu Hotel And Suites GRT Chennai
    - Hotel Mount Manor

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