Doha to Chennai (DOH–MAA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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DOH–MAA is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Qatar Airways and IndiGo lead the route. The flight covers 2,042 miles in approximately 4h 35m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QR Qatar Airways | 19 | 32Q, 77X, 789 | 4h30-4h35 | – | Oneworld | – |
| 6E IndiGo | 7 | 32N | 5h10 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Chennai from Doha
| Metric | DOH→MAA | BAH→MAA | DMM→MAA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DOH | – | 91 mi | 140 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 26 | 8 | – |
| Flight time | 4h 35m | 4h 50m | 5h 20m |
Travel Essentials
DOH: +03 · MAA: IST
When it's 6:00 PM in Doha, it's 8.5:00 PM in Chennai.
Qatari passport holders need an eVisa to enter India. Apply online through the official Indian eVisa portal (indianvisaonline.gov.in) at least 4 days before departure. Tourist eVisas are available for 30 days, 1 year, and 5 years. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry with at least two blank pages.
The 30-day eVisa allows double entry. The 1-year and 5-year eVisas allow multiple entries with stays of up to 90 days per visit. Processing takes 2 to 4 working days.
Doha Metro Gold Line connects the city center directly to Hamad International; the Hamad International Airport station is at the terminal (15–20 min from Al Bidda / West Bay area, QAR 3–6). Metro runs 6am–11pm Sunday–Wednesday, until midnight Thursday, and 2pm–1am Friday. The Gold Line also connects to the Red and Green lines at Msheireb station for wider coverage.Taxis from West Bay / downtown Doha cost QAR 30–50 and take 15–25 minutes. Karwa taxis are metered and more regulated than informal options. Ride-hail apps (Careem, Uber) operate widely in Doha.
DOH–MAA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DOH to MAA
Hamad International Airport (DOH) and Chennai International Airport (MAA) are connected by nonstop service from Qatar Airways and IndiGo. With 26 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
DOH to MAA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DOH to MAA is about 4 hours 35 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,042 miles (3,286 km). There are approximately 26 weekly flights outbound and 22 return, totaling 48 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Sharjah, Muscat and Cochin. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Manama (BAH), Ad Dammam (DMM) and Abu Dhabi (AUH).