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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 307
Typical prices: C$ 270-C$ 336
IndiGo
Thu 8/2Thu 8/3
DAC - MAA • Direct
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 195
Typical prices: C$ 162-C$ 207
IndiGo
Mon 26/11
DAC - MAA • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with IndiGo, US-Bangla Airlines, and Biman Bangladesh. Average duration is 2h 42m
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Cheapest • 21% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 265 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 16h 50m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Dhaka to Chennai (DAC-MAA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Dhaka to Chennai

Mon, 8 Feb - Mon, 8 Mar
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4:15 p.m. - 6:25 p.m.DAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-MAA Chennai
2h 40mdirect
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12:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.MAA  Chennai-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
2h 30mdirect
C$ 307IndiGo
2 days ago
Thu, 11 Mar - Tue, 16 Mar
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4:15 p.m. - 6:25 p.m.DAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-MAA Chennai
2h 40mdirect
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12:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.MAA  Chennai-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
2h 30mdirect
C$ 312IndiGo
3 hours ago
Mon, 1 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb
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4:15 p.m. - 6:25 p.m.DAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-MAA Chennai
2h 40mdirect
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12:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.MAA  Chennai-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
2h 30mdirect
C$ 313IndiGo
1 day ago
Thu, 10 Dec - Mon, 21 Dec
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4:15 p.m. - 6:25 p.m.DAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-MAA Chennai
2h 40mdirect
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12:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.MAA  Chennai-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
2h 30mdirect
C$ 314IndiGo
2 days ago
Sun, 10 Jan - Thu, 1 Apr
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4:15 p.m. - 6:25 p.m.DAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-MAA Chennai
2h 40mdirect
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10:50 a.m. - 1:40 p.m.MAA  Chennai-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
2h 20mdirect
C$ 320IndiGo
14 hours ago
Thu, 11 Mar - Tue, 16 Mar
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2:45 p.m. - 11:25 a.m.DAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-MAA Chennai
21h 10m1 stop Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
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12:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.MAA  Chennai-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
2h 30mdirect
C$ 321IndiGo
3+ days ago
Fri, 15 Jan - Mon, 15 Feb
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4:15 p.m. - 6:25 p.m.DAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-MAA Chennai
2h 40mdirect
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12:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.MAA  Chennai-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
2h 30mdirect
C$ 323IndiGo
1 day ago
Fri, 27 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
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2:45 p.m. - 9:05 p.m.DAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-MAA Chennai
6h 50m1 stop Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
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12:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.MAA  Chennai-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
2h 30mdirect
C$ 324IndiGo
19 hours ago
Sun, 29 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
IndiGo Logo
4:15 p.m. - 6:25 p.m.DAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-MAA Chennai
2h 40mdirect
IndiGo Logo
12:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.MAA  Chennai-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
2h 30mdirect
C$ 329IndiGo
3+ days ago
Wed, 30 Dec - Sat, 30 Jan
IndiGo Logo
2:45 p.m. - 11:40 p.m.DAC  Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl-MAA Chennai
9h 25m1 stop Kolkata Netaji S. Chandra
IndiGo Logo
12:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.MAA  Chennai-DAC Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl
2h 30mdirect
C$ 330IndiGo
3+ days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Dhaka to Chennai flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Dhaka to Chennai?

Round-trip flights from Dhaka to Chennai typically range from C$ 270 to C$ 336. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 307, on IndiGo.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dhaka to Chennai?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Dhaka to Chennai. It's 4% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dhaka to Chennai?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Dhaka to Chennai at C$ 238 round-trip.
•December (C$ 320) and October (C$ 319) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 34% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Dhaka to Chennai

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on DAC

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on MAA

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

Key details for Dhaka to Chennai flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

C$ 195
Beat the crowds with an average 43% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 53% increase in traveller numbers.
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When to book flights from Dhaka to Chennai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dhaka to Chennai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Dhaka to Chennai flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Dhaka to Chennai?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Dhaka to Chennai:

    • Earliest: departs at 10:45 am and lands at 1:27 pm
    • Latest: departs at 4:15 pm and lands at 6:57 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 42m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Dhaka to Chennai?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Dhaka to Chennai.

  • How long does a flight from Dhaka to Chennai take?

    A direct flight from Dhaka to Chennai takes 2h 42m, covering 2,602 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Dhaka to Chennai?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Dhaka to Chennai flight?

    Round-trip flights from Dhaka to Chennai range from C$ 270 to C$ 336, with an average of C$ 302 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 270 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Dhaka to Chennai?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 265 round-trip via New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL), compared to C$ 299 for direct.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Dhaka to Chennai?

    The Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Hahn Air and FitsAir. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320neo variants.

  • How are flight departures from Dhaka to Chennai spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Dhaka to Chennai flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Dhaka to Chennai looking right now?

    One-way fares from Dhaka to Chennai are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 203, which is 10% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Dhaka to Chennai?

    Flights from Dhaka to Chennai usually depart from Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl (DAC) and arrive at Chennai (MAA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Dhaka to Chennai pass through?

    One-stop flights from Dhaka to Chennai most commonly connect through:

    • New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) – 56% of one-stop connections
    • Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM) – 33% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 11% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Dhaka to Chennai?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 9% on flights from Dhaka to Chennai. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 290 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at C$ 319, a difference of C$ 28.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • Which airlines fly from Dhaka to Chennai?

    3 airlines operate flights between Dhaka and Chennai. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • IndiGo
    • US-Bangla Airlines
    • Biman Bangladesh

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Dhaka to Chennai?

    Flying via Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 16h 50m, compared with 17h 21m via New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) and 17h 32m via Singapore Changi (SIN).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Dhaka to Chennai flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • IndiGo: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • US-Bangla Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Biman Bangladesh: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

  • Which airlines offer a generous carry-on allowance when flying from Chennai to Dhaka?

    Choose an airline with more forgiving carry-on baggage policies if you have a lot of bags and are flying from Dhaka to Chennai. Generally, travelers on Qatar Airways or Air India are permitted to bring one personal item and one cabin bag.

  • When traveling from Dhaka to Chennai, are pets permitted?

    On the route from Dhaka to Chennai, airlines permit travelers to bring their pets. These include Air India, Qatar Airways, and Emirates. Smaller pets may be allowed to travel with their owners in the cabin, and larger animals may need to be flown in the cargo hold. Ensure the pet carrier is the right size to fit below the seat in front of you.

  • What is the best way to get from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to my location?

    You can go from MAA to your location using several means of transport. There are cabs and taxis waiting outside the airport terminal. In Chennai, you can reserve a pre-paid taxi or use a ride-sharing service like Uber or Ola to get where you need to go. If you would rather drive on your own, you can rent a car from the airport's rental car desks. From the metro station near the airport, you can also ride the metro to get to other areas of the city.

  • Are there accommodations available in close proximity to Shahjalal International Airport (DAC)?

    Certainly, there are several hotels in the vicinity of DAC that offer convenient and comfortable accommodation options for passengers. These hotels are particularly beneficial for travelers with early or late flights or those seeking proximity to the airport. Examples include Le Meridien Dhaka, situated approximately 1.8 miles from the airport; Radisson Blu Dhaka Water Garden, located around 3 miles away; and The Westin Dhaka, situated approximately 3.7 miles from the airport.

Your guide to booking Dhaka to Chennai flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Sunday flights average C$ 290, about C$ 28 less than Monday fares (9% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Dhaka to Chennai trip for April. Fares historically average C$ 238 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 83 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl Airport (DEL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 265 round-trip on this route – about C$ 34 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Chennai Airport.

    • Radisson Blu Hotel And Suites GRT Chennai
    • Hotel Mount Manor
    • NK Grand Park Hotel
  • Vistara, Qatar Airways, IndiGo, Malaysia Airlines, and Air India offer flights from Dhaka to Chennai that cater to travelers with young ones. These airlines provide a range of family-friendly services, such as special menu choices for kids, a wide selection of in-flight entertainment, and assistance for parents traveling with young children.
  • The comfort of passengers with disabilities is a priority for Air India, SriLankan Airlines, IndiGo, US-Bangla Airlines, and Qatar Airways. They provide wheelchair help, special seating choices, priority check-in, and always have qualified personnel available to assist.
  • Choosing US-Bangla Airlines for your ticket purchases has several advantages because they have a hub at Shahjalal International Airport (DAC). There are frequently scheduled flights between Dhaka and Chennai, increasing the possibility that you'll discover a ticket that fits your specific travel plans.
  • There are possibilities for upgrading your ticket if you're on a Qatar Airways or Air India flight from Dhaka to Chennai. If there is available space, you may opt to upgrade from Economy to Premium Business Class or First Class. As a result, you can be eligible for enhanced services, including better food, nicer seating with more room for your legs, and priority check-in.
  • When traveling from Dhaka to Chennai, the most common layover cities are Kolkata (CCU) or Delhi (DEL), if you choose to fly with Air India or IndiGo. SriLankan Airlines, on the other hand, might offer flights with a layover in Colombo before continuing to Chennai from Dhaka.

Prefer to fly direct from Dhaka to Chennai?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl Airport to Chennai Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl to Chennai

Monday

Biman Bangladesh,IndiGo

Biman Bangladesh,IndiGo

Tuesday

IndiGo,US-Bangla Airlines

IndiGo,US-Bangla Airlines

Wednesday

Biman Bangladesh,IndiGo

Biman Bangladesh,IndiGo

Thursday

IndiGo,US-Bangla Airlines

IndiGo,US-Bangla Airlines

Friday

IndiGo,US-Bangla Airlines

IndiGo,US-Bangla Airlines

Saturday

IndiGo,US-Bangla Airlines,Biman Bangladesh

IndiGo,US-Bangla Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

IndiGo,US-Bangla Airlines

IndiGo,US-Bangla Airlines

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Direct returns

Chennai to Dhaka Hazrat Shahjalal Intl

Monday

Biman Bangladesh,IndiGo

Biman Bangladesh,IndiGo

Tuesday

IndiGo,US-Bangla Airlines

IndiGo,US-Bangla Airlines

Wednesday

Biman Bangladesh,IndiGo

Biman Bangladesh,IndiGo

Thursday

IndiGo,US-Bangla Airlines

IndiGo,US-Bangla Airlines

Friday

IndiGo,US-Bangla Airlines

IndiGo,US-Bangla Airlines

Saturday

IndiGo,US-Bangla Airlines,Biman Bangladesh

IndiGo,US-Bangla Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

IndiGo,US-Bangla Airlines

IndiGo,US-Bangla Airlines

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