Question 1

How long does it take to fly from MAA to AUH?

Accepted Answer

Etihad Airways has a direct flight departing Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) at 4:50PM and reaching AUH at 7:35PM — a total travel time of 4 hours and 15 minutes. Lock in the best available seat, pack some things to keep you amused and the time will race by.

Question 2

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from MAA to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) last minute?

Accepted Answer

When it's time to book your flights, it's better to be prepared. While it's possible to pick up a last-minute deal on a Chennai Airport to AUH flight, fares usually don't get cheaper as the departure date nears. Based on flight pricing and demand studies in 2022, we have found that the sweet spot to book a domestic flight is between 28 – 35 days in advance. For international journeys it's three to four months.

Question 3

What airline has the least delays from MAA to Abu Dhabi International Airport?

Accepted Answer

Take off with Etihad Airways from Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) to AUH and arrive at the time that's on your boarding pass. This carrier takes out first place on this route, with 82% of on-time arrivals. If you find yourself facing a delay, the free Expedia App is the perfect way to stay in the loop. Download it onto your device and get immediate trip notifications, from flight delays to gate number changes.

Question 4

What airports do you fly into for Abu Dhabi from Chennai?

Accepted Answer

Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH), Al Bateen Air Base Airport (AZI) and Al Maktoum Intl. Airport (DWC) are your choices when heading off from Chennai to Abu Dhabi. About 29 kilometers east of the center of Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH) is the city's main gateway. Keep in mind things such as flight departure and arrival times and the distance to your hotel before you select an airport. Marina Mall and Heritage Village are a couple of awesome attractions to explore when you arrive.

Question 5

What are the most popular departure times for flights from Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) to Abu Dhabi International Airport?

Accepted Answer

For IndiGo flights heading from Chennai Airport to Abu Dhabi Intl. Airport (AUH), the busiest time is between 11:00 PM - 0:00 AM. If you'd like to avoid any holdups, travel in the morning. This allows you to dodge the heavy air traffic that accumulates in the afternoon and evening.

Question 6

Can I change the date of my flight from Chennai Intl. Airport (MAA) to AUH?

Accepted Answer

It's a piece of cake to make amendments to your MAA to Abu Dhabi International Airport trip yourself. Simply log in to the Expedia Trips portal and hit "change flight." Browse around for new flights and secure the one that works best with your plans. You'll see an estimate of your flight change cost, if applicable. Alternatively, head to our Customer Service portal to chat to our Virtual Agent and get answers to all your questions.

Origin airport	Chennai Intl.
Destination airport	Abu Dhabi Intl.
Airlines serving	Air India, Etihad Airways
Roundtrip price	AED1,298
Distance	2948 km
Average flight time	2 hours 49 mins

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