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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Madinah to Chennai flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Madinah to Chennai

Madinah to Chennai: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Madinah to Chennai below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Chennai.

Madinah to Chennai: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$427
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time5 hrs, 45 mins
Most popular airlineSaudia
Average flights per week5

Finding cheap flights from Madinah to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Madinah to Chennai is $427. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 45 minutes is the average flight time from Madinah to Chennai.
Saudia flies direct from Madinah to Chennai.
As of April 2025, there are 5 flights per week flying from Madinah to Chennai.
The cheapest month to fly from Madinah to Chennai is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Madinah Airport to Chennai Airport on Wednesday, 10 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 45 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Chennai but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Chennai is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Gulf Air offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chennai.

Flying from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Chennai Airport is 6 hours 15 minutes.

  • The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Madinah.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MED to MAA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

  • Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Saudia has direct flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Chennai Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Chennai — and maybe even more of India if your schedule allows.

  • Saudia is the top choice for travellers on this route.

  • If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Chennai Airport. These are the top stopovers between MED and MAA:

    • Rajiv Gandhi International Airport

    • Dubai Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Chennai Airport flight is $209. A return plane ticket is currently $427. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • Get cheap tickets from MED to MAA by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • May is the cheapest month for flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Chennai Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.

  • Picking up cheap flights from MED to MAA is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Chennai Airport.

Handy information about Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)

  • 77.98% of flights taking off from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport touch down at their destination on time.

  • Central Madinah to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.

  • Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near MED. Whether you have an early flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Chennai Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:

  • Explore without limits with a Chennai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and venture far and wide through Chennai and beyond.

  • To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Chennai Airport about three weeks before travelling.

Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai

  • From Chennai Airport, Chennai is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • It takes around 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Chennai Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Chennai in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you want to visit Chennai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from MED to MAA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.

Explore more of India

  • Chennai is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of India just waiting to be discovered. About 290 kilometres west of Chennai, a trip to Bengaluru will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.

  • Around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another essential stop in India. Experience major highlights starting with Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.

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