Abu Dhabi to Chennai (AUH–MAA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
AUH–MAA is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Etihad Airways and IndiGo lead the route. The flight covers 1,843 miles in approximately 4h 10m. Beyond nonstop, 36 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EY Etihad Airways | 27 | 320, 321, 32Q, 7M8 | 4h15-4h40 | – | – | – |
| 6E IndiGo | 7 | 32Q | 4h10 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Chennai from Abu Dhabi
| Metric | AUH→MAA | DWC→MAA | DXB→MAA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from AUH | – | 45 mi | 72 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 34 | – | 28 |
| Flight time | 4h 10m | 3h 30m | 4h |
Travel Essentials
AUH: +04 · MAA: IST
When it's 6:00 PM in Abu Dhabi, it's 7.5:00 PM in Chennai.
UAE passport holders need a visa to enter India. An eVisa is available online for tourism (up to 30, 90, or 365 days), business, and medical purposes. Apply through the Indian government's eVisa portal at least 4 days before travel. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months with 2 blank pages.
eVisa holders must enter through designated airports. Declare cash over USD 5,000 or total currency over USD 10,000.
AUH–MAA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from AUH to MAA
Zayed International Airport (AUH) and Chennai International Airport (MAA) are connected by nonstop service from IndiGo and Etihad Airways. With 34 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
AUH to MAA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from AUH to MAA ranges from 4 hours 10 minutes to 4 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,843 miles (2,966 km). There are approximately 34 weekly flights outbound and 41 return, totaling 75 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
36 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via PNQ. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dubai(Jebel Ali) (DWC) and Dubai (DXB).