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Cheapest round-trip
$295
Typical prices: $333-$526
Etihad Airways
Sat 11/17Sun 11/25
DMM - MAA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$163
Typical prices: $148-$274
IndiGo
Wed 10/24
DMM - MAA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Dammam and Chennai. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Gulf Air
Most punctual • 94% on-time
Afternoon
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
23 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 23 weeks in advance save around 34% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 44% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Bengaluru Intl (BLR)
Cheapest • Avg $286 (round-trip)
Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH)
Shortest trip • 7h 24m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dammam to Chennai (DMM-MAA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dammam to Chennai

Tue, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 25
Etihad Airways Logo
10:40 pm - 8:05 amDMM  Dammam King Fahad Intl-MAA Chennai
6h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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3:55 am - 2:45 pmMAA  Chennai-DMM Dammam King Fahad Intl
13h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$295Etihad Airways
Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 23
Etihad Airways Logo
10:40 pm - 8:05 amDMM  Dammam King Fahad Intl-MAA Chennai
6h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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3:55 am - 8:40 amMAA  Chennai-DMM Dammam King Fahad Intl
7h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$296Etihad Airways
Sun, Nov 8 - Mon, Nov 16
Etihad Airways Logo
4:35 am - 8:05 amDMM  Dammam King Fahad Intl-MAA Chennai
25h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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4:10 pm - 2:45 amMAA  Chennai-DMM Dammam King Fahad Intl
13h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$300Etihad Airways
Sun, Jan 10 - Fri, Feb 19
Etihad Airways Logo
4:50 pm - 8:05 amDMM  Dammam King Fahad Intl-MAA Chennai
12h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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3:55 am - 2:45 pmMAA  Chennai-DMM Dammam King Fahad Intl
13h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$327Etihad Airways
Wed, Oct 14 - Tue, Nov 10
IndiGo Logo
12:20 am - 10:40 pmDMM  Dammam King Fahad Intl-MAA Chennai
19h 50m1 stop Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl
IndiGo Logo
7:20 am - 12:50 amMAA  Chennai-DMM Dammam King Fahad Intl
20h 00m1 stop Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi Intl
$341IndiGo
Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 10
Qatar Airways Logo
10:50 am - 2:30 amDMM  Dammam King Fahad Intl-MAA Chennai
13h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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3:15 am - 9:20 amMAA  Chennai-DMM Dammam King Fahad Intl
8h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$341Qatar Airways
Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Nov 10
Air India Express Logo
2:50 pm - 1:50 pmDMM  Dammam King Fahad Intl-MAA Chennai
20h 30m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
Air India Express Logo
4:45 pm - 11:15 pmMAA  Chennai-DMM Dammam King Fahad Intl
9h 00m1 stop Bengaluru Intl
$350Air India Express
Sun, Dec 6 - Tue, Jan 19
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:35 am - 8:05 amDMM  Dammam King Fahad Intl-MAA Chennai
25h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 3:50 pmMAA  Chennai-DMM Dammam King Fahad Intl
11h 00m1 stop Muscat Seeb
$368Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Fri, Jan 22
Oman Air Logo
9:00 pm - 6:40 amDMM  Dammam King Fahad Intl-MAA Chennai
7h 10m1 stop Muscat Seeb
Oman Air Logo
7:20 am - 8:20 pmMAA  Chennai-DMM Dammam King Fahad Intl
15h 30m1 stop Muscat Seeb
$370Oman Air
Sun, Dec 13 - Wed, Jan 6
Oman Air Logo
9:00 pm - 6:40 amDMM  Dammam King Fahad Intl-MAA Chennai
7h 10m1 stop Muscat Seeb
Oman Air Logo
7:20 am - 8:20 pmMAA  Chennai-DMM Dammam King Fahad Intl
15h 30m1 stop Muscat Seeb
$481Oman Air
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Price, demand and travel trends for Dammam to Chennai flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Dammam to Chennai typically range from $333 to $526. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $295, on Etihad Airways.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dammam to Chennai. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Dammam to Chennai?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Dammam to Chennai at $246 round-trip.
•July ($602) and June ($509) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 144% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Dammam to Chennai the cheapest?

Flights from Dammam to Chennai are cheapest 23 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 34% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Dammam to Chennai flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$163
Beat the crowds with an average 52% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 52% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Dammam to Chennai

When to book flights from Dammam to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dammam 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 Dammam to Chennai flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Dammam to Chennai.

  • How long is a flight from Dammam to Chennai?

    A nonstop flight from Dammam to Chennai takes 00m, covering 2,174 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dammam 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 much should I expect to pay for a Dammam to Chennai flight?

    Round-trip flights from Dammam to Chennai range from $333 to $526, with an average of $437 over the past 12 months. Anything below $333 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 14% above the $437 route average. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Dammam to Chennai?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $233 round-trip, compared to $286 via a layover through Bengaluru Intl (BLR).

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Dammam to Chennai?

    The Boeing 737-800 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Air India Express. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321 (sharklets) variants.

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

    One-way fares from Dammam to Chennai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,200, which is 518% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flights from Dammam to Chennai usually depart from Dammam King Fahad Intl (DMM) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Dammam to Chennai?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Dammam to Chennai?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Dammam to Chennai route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 19m.

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

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

    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Muscat Seeb (MCT) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) - 11% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 13% on flights from Dammam to Chennai. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $409 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $469, a difference of $60.

    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 much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Dammam to Chennai?

    Flying via Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 24m, compared with 7h 33m via Sharjah (SHJ) and 7h 44m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between Dammam and Chennai?

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

Your guide to booking Dammam to Chennai flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $409, about $60 less than Friday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 23 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 34% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dammam to Chennai trip for September. Fares historically average $246 round-trip in that month - typically $356 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Gulf Air. Over the past three months, 94% of Gulf Air flights from Dammam to Chennai arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 87%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 19m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • 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
    • Trident Chennai
    • Hotel Mount Manor

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