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Cheapest round-trip
$300
Typical prices: $333-$526
Etihad Airways
Mon 9/24Mon 10/1
DMM - MAA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$166
Typical prices: $148-$274
Etihad Airways
Fri 2/16
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 31m (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

Thu, Sep 24 - Thu, Oct 1
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4:40 am - 2:40 pmDMM  Dammam King Fahad Intl-MAA Chennai
7h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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3:40 pm - 9:10 pmMAA  Chennai-DMM Dammam King Fahad Intl
8h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$300Etihad Airways
Fri, Oct 9 - Fri, Oct 16
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10:40 am - 8:25 amDMM  Dammam King Fahad Intl-MAA Chennai
19h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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3:40 pm - 9:10 pmMAA  Chennai-DMM Dammam King Fahad Intl
8h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$301Etihad Airways
Wed, Nov 25 - Sat, Dec 12
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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 - 9:10 pmMAA  Chennai-DMM Dammam King Fahad Intl
7h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$302Etihad Airways
Sun, Oct 25 - Sat, Oct 31
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10:40 pm - 8:05 amDMM  Dammam King Fahad Intl-MAA Chennai
6h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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4:10 pm - 9:10 pmMAA  Chennai-DMM Dammam King Fahad Intl
7h 30m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$302Etihad Airways
Mon, Sep 21 - Wed, Sep 30
Oman Air Logo
9:35 pm - 7:25 amDMM  Dammam King Fahad Intl-MAA Chennai
7h 20m1 stop Muscat Seeb
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8:15 am - 8:55 pmMAA  Chennai-DMM Dammam King Fahad Intl
15h 10m1 stop Muscat Seeb
$341Oman Air
Mon, Sep 21 - Wed, Sep 30
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9:35 pm - 7:25 amDMM  Dammam King Fahad Intl-MAA Chennai
7h 20m1 stop Muscat Seeb
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3:30 pm - 3:25 pmMAA  Chennai-DMM Dammam King Fahad Intl
26h 25m1 stop Muscat Seeb
$346Oman Air
Wed, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 9
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10:40 pm - 8:05 amDMM  Dammam King Fahad Intl-MAA Chennai
6h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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3:00 pm - 8:20 pmMAA  Chennai-DMM Dammam King Fahad Intl
7h 50m1 stop Muscat Seeb
$360Multiple Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Mon, Nov 9
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4:50 pm - 8:05 amDMM  Dammam King Fahad Intl-MAA Chennai
12h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:15 pm - 10:40 amMAA  Chennai-DMM Dammam King Fahad Intl
15h 55m2 stops Bengaluru Intl Muscat Seeb
$384Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Fri, Oct 16
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3:50 pm - 7:00 amDMM  Dammam King Fahad Intl-MAA Chennai
12h 40m2 stops Riyadh King Khaled Intl Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl
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4:05 am - 4:50 pmMAA  Chennai-DMM Dammam King Fahad Intl
15h 15m1 stop Sharjah
$384Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 24 - Thu, Oct 1
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5:00 pm - 8:25 amDMM  Dammam King Fahad Intl-MAA Chennai
12h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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4:15 pm - 11:30 pmMAA  Chennai-DMM Dammam King Fahad Intl
9h 45m2 stops Bengaluru Intl Mangalore Bajpe
$395Multiple Airlines
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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 from Dammam to Chennai with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Dammam to Chennai start at $300. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $333 to $526. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $300 on Etihad Airways.

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

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

What is 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 prices 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

$166
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 17% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 10% increase in price.
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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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

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

  • 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 and Air India. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321 (sharklets) variants.

  • 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
    • Manama Bahrain Intl (BAH) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 12% of one-stop connections

    Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 13% on the Dammam to Chennai route. 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.

  • 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, 21% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 6 minutes.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 14% above the route average of $437. Book 23 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Dammam to Chennai?

    A nonstop flight from Dammam to Chennai takes 0h 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 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 $1,188, which is 512% above the typical average for this route.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Dammam to Chennai?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • 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 31m, 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.

  • 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.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $409 - about $60 less than Friday (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).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Gulf Air is the strongest pick on this route. 94% of Gulf Air flights from Dammam to Chennai arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 79%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours 6 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • 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

Everything you need to know for your flight from Dammam to Chennai

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Dammam (DMM)
Chennai (MAA)