Ad Dammam to Chennai (DMM–MAA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DMM–MAA is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Great Barrier Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 2,176 miles in approximately 5h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 21 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GF Great Barrier Airlines | 2 | – | – | – | – | – |
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Chennai from Ad Dammam
| Metric | DMM→MAA | BAH→MAA | DOH→MAA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DMM | – | 54 mi | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 2 | 8 | 23 |
| Flight time | 5h 20m | 4h 35m | 4h 3m |
Travel Essentials
DMM: +03 · MAA: IST
When it's 6:00 PM in Ad Dammam, it's 8.5:00 PM in Chennai.
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DMM–MAA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DMM to MAA
King Fahd International Airport (DMM) and Chennai International Airport (MAA) are connected by nonstop service from Great Barrier Airlines. With 2 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
DMM to MAA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DMM to MAA ranges from 5 hours 20 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,176 miles (3,501 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 9 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
21 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via COK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Manama (BAH) and Doha (DOH).