Fly to Chennai

On flights to Chennai from Abu Dhabi, you will be arriving in the capital of Tamil Nadu state and the fourth-largest city in India. Chennai, formerly known as Madras, has a history of international trade stretching back centuries.

Today it is known for its thriving film industry, nicknamed Kollywood, and as a commercial centre.

Chennai is located on the Coromandel coast of the Bay of Bengal. With an estimated population of around 7 million, the 367-year-old city was found in 1639 when the British East India Company was granted land to build a trading settlement.

Since then the city has flourished into a thriving commercial centre, particularly for the production of industrial products, IT software and automobile parts. Plan your itinerary well before taking flights to Chennai from Abu Dhabi as there is much to do.



With the second longest seashore in the world, there is a range of beautiful beaches to visit. However, take note that swimming is prohibited due to strong currents.

Chennai is also an important centre for Carnatic Music and the Bharatanatyam, a classical dance form. In addition, the city has a vibrant theatre scene and is famous for its concerts and performances that take place in various auditoriums and temples throughout the year.

In recent years, more and more restaurants, bars and clubs have opened to cater for visitors.

There are many churches, mosques and temples to visit in Chennai, not to mention museums, art galleries and parks.

A visit to the Dravidian-style Kapaleeshwarar Temple is a must for those arriving on flights to Chennai from Abu Dhabi. It is the busiest temple in the city, particularly on Fridays.

Fly from Abu Dhabi

 Etihad offers frequent flights to Chennai from Abu Dhabi, the largest of the seven Emirates that make up the UAE. The city of the same name is the captivating capital of the country.

You can experience year-round sunshine, pristine beaches, spectacular sand dunes and a pulsating cosmopolitan lifestyle in Abu Dhabi.

The heart of this vibrant city lies just 32km east of Abu Dhabi International Airport on an island that sticks out into the bath-warm waters of the Arabian Gulf.

With its fortuitous location at the crossroads of east and west, Abu Dhabi is as appealing to travellers as a destination in its own right or as a welcome stopover point for those on flights to Chennai from Abu Dhabi who began their journey in North America, Europe or other parts of the world.












Once Abu Dhabi was just a destination for business travellers, but today it is fast becoming a favourite stop-off for savvy holiday makers who appreciate its unbeatable mix of old and new, fabulous beaches and resorts, wildlife attractions and world-beating theme parks.

Known around the world for its huge oil reserves and fondness of its heritage, Abu Dhabi epitomises modern Arabia.

Before taking flights to Chennai from Abu Dhabi, be sure to visit the exuberant seven-star Emirates Palace Hotel, the majestic Sheikh Zayed Mosque, Ferrari World theme park, the historic garden city of Al Ain, the dunes of Liwa, as well as a number of museums, souqs and malls to visit.

Read our top ten things to do in Abu Dhabi guide for more ideas of what to do here.

Flights to Chennai from Abu Dhabi
Etihad offers frequent flights to Chennai from Abu Dhabi. Book flights to Chennai from Abu Dhabi.

Chennai Airport

On flights to Chennai from Abu Dhabi, you will land at Chennai International Airport, formerly known as Madras International Airport.

Chennai Airport, located in Tirusulam, 7km south of Chennai city, is one of the first airports to be built in India.

Chennai Airport has three terminals: the old terminal at Meenambakkam is used for cargo while the new passenger terminal complex at Tirusulam consists of the domestic terminal Kamaraj and the international terminal Anna.

Both passenger terminals are named after former chief ministers of Tamil Nadu state.

Passengers arriving on flights to Chennai from Abu Dhabi on Etihad Airways arrive at Anna Terminal.

Premium class guests can make use of the Oberoi Lounge in the same terminal.

• Airport Code – MAA
• Airport Name – Chennai International Airport
• City - Chennai
• Country – India
• Country Abbrev - IN
• Time Zone – GMT +5.5 
• Telephone + 91-44-2256 0551

Abu Dhabi Airport

When you take off on flights to Chennai from Abu Dhabi Airport you will be leaving from Terminal 3, Etihad Airway’s elegant and purpose-built terminal. Our Etihad Diamond First Class and Pearl Business Class lounges offer a world of comfort, style and convenience to our premium passengers.

The airport is the gateway to the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, the capital of the UAE. On-going redevelopment work at Abu Dhabi airport has significantly enhanced the experience for passengers and has allowed Etihad to increase the number of its flights to Chennai from Abu Dhabi in addition to other destinations.

Terminal 3 at Abu Dhabi airport was opened in February 2009, increasing the airport's passenger handling capacity from five to 12 million passengers a year.

The first phase of a Midfield Terminal Complex is due for completion in the next few years and will take the airport's handling capacity to 20 million passengers. Abu Dhabi airport will be capable of handling 40 million passengers by 2030, when the project is completed.

• Airport Code: AUH
• Airport Name: Abu Dhabi International Airport
• City: Abu Dhabi
• Country: United Arab Emirates
• Country Abbrev: AE
• Time zone: GMT +4
• Telephone: +971 2-5757500