Cheap flights from Riyadh to Chennai

Flight deals from Riyadh to Chennai

Below you can see the best deals on flights Riyadh — Chennai for upcoming dates. Direct and connecting flights from various airlines — compare prices and choose the right ticket.

Top 10 cheap flights from Riyadh to Chennai

About the Riyadh — Chennai flight

Looking for cheap flights from Riyadh to Chennai? There are no direct flights on this route, but you can compare convenient connections and fares from different airlines, then book your Riyadh — Chennai ticket online.

There are no direct flights — tickets are sold with a connection (usually via Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport), the whole trip with a connection takes about 9 h 20 min, flights are operated by SriLankan Airlines, Indigo Air, the distance between the cities is around 3,753 km.

Planning your trip? You may find our Chennai travel guide, how to get from the airport into town and Chennai weather forecast useful. To catch a low fare, use the low-price calendar and the monthly price chart on this page.

NoDirect flights

3,753 kmDistance

7 h 50 minTravel time

Prices by month

Average one-way fares from Riyadh to Chennai by month. Tickets are usually cheapest in February (around $226) and priciest in December (about $368) — use the table and chart below to pick the best time to fly.

Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level	Month	Average price	Level
Jan	$285	medium	May	$261	medium	Sep	$238	low
Feb	$226	low	Jun	$333	high	Oct	$249	medium
Mar	$226	low	Jul	$356	high	Nov	$273	medium
Apr	$238	medium	Aug	$321	high	Dec	$368	high

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

Weather in Chennai: it is warmest in June (up to 35 °C on average) and coolest in January (around 28 °C). The driest month is February.

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How to get the best deal on a Riyadh — Chennai ticket

Book ahead: fares for Riyadh — Chennai are usually lower 3–8 weeks before departure than at the last minute.
Play with your dates — Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday departures are often cheaper than Friday and Sunday.
There are no direct flights — travellers usually connect via Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. Compare different connections: a layover adds time but lowers the price.
Watch the low-price calendar and the monthly price trend on this page — they make it easier to catch a good date.
Travelling light? Pick a cabin-baggage-only fare — tickets without checked luggage are noticeably cheaper.
Get to the airport in good time — about 2–3 hours before an international departure and roughly an hour before a domestic one.

Flights on the Riyadh — Chennai route are operated by 2 airlines; SriLankan Airlines runs the most flights. There are no direct flights — compare carriers and convenient connections below.

SriLankan AirlinesUL
WebsiteFleet: 244.5M pax/year
- RUH → CMB → MAA (with stopover)
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Indigo Air6E
WebsiteFleet: 434118M pax/year
- RUH → BOM → MAA (with stopover)
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Cities and airports on the Riyadh — Chennai route

Flights Riyadh — Chennai depart from King Khaled International Airport and arrive at Chennai Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.

Departure

Riyadh

RUH

Saudi Arabia

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country Saudi Arabia

Arrival

Chennai

MAA

India

About the city How to get there Weather All about the country India

Departure airports

King Khaled International AirportRUH
About the airport

Arrival airports

Chennai AirportMAA
About the airport

Frequently asked questions about the Riyadh — Chennai flight

How long is the flight from Riyadh to Chennai?

There are no direct flights, so travel time depends on the connection in Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. Based on search data, the whole trip takes about 9 h 20 min including the layover.

How far is it from Riyadh to Chennai?

The distance from Riyadh to Chennai is about 3,753 km.

Are there direct flights from Riyadh to Chennai?

There are no nonstop flights on this route — tickets are only available with a connection (usually via Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport).

Which airlines fly from Riyadh to Chennai?

Airlines operating Riyadh — Chennai include SriLankan Airlines, Indigo Air. See the full list with schedules in the "Airlines" section on this page.

Which airports do Riyadh — Chennai flights use?

Flights from Riyadh depart from King Khaled International Airport, and arrive at Chennai Airport. If a city has more than one airport, check which one your ticket uses before you travel.

How much is a ticket from Riyadh to Chennai?

The price of a Riyadh — Chennai ticket depends on your travel date, season and demand. Check the current lowest fare and low-price calendar on this page.

When is the best time to book flights Riyadh — Chennai?

Flights Riyadh — Chennai are usually cheaper when booked in advance — a few weeks before departure and away from peak dates. Compare prices by month in the price trend chart on this page.

How can I find the cheapest flights from Riyadh to Chennai?

To catch a low fare Riyadh — Chennai, book a few weeks in advance, keep your dates flexible, and compare airlines and connecting options. The low-price calendar and monthly price chart on this page show the cheapest days and months at a glance.

How early should I arrive at the airport?

For international flights, plan to be at the airport about 2–3 hours before departure, and around an hour before a domestic flight. Allow extra time during busy travel seasons and at large hubs, where check-in and security lines can be longer.

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