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Chennai.616 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Mar, returning Tue, 10 Mar.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Wed, 4 Mar, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Chennai on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From 616 €, select.
Chennai.616 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar, returning Tue, 28 Apr.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Chennai on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From 616 €, select.
Chennai.625 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Feb, returning Sat, 7 Mar.Return flight with Precision Air and Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Precision Air, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Sat, 28 Feb, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Chennai on Sat, 7 Mar, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From 625 €, select.
Chennai.644 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 15 May, returning Tue, 2 Jun.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Fri, 15 May, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Chennai on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From 644 €, select.
Chennai.666 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Apr, returning Tue, 19 May.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Fri, 17 Apr, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Tue, 19 May, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From 666 €, select.
Chennai.671 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Apr, returning Tue, 14 Apr.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Tue, 7 Apr, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Chennai on Tue, 14 Apr, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From 671 €, select.
Chennai.766 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Jun, returning Tue, 4 Aug.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Mon, 29 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Chennai on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From 766 €, select.
Chennai.1.042 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Jun, returning Fri, 31 Jul.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Dar Es Salaam on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Chennai on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Dar Es Salaam.Price includes taxes and charges.From 1.042 €, select.

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Dar Es Salaam to Chennai: Flight information

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Finding cheap flights from Dar Es Salaam to Chennai: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Dar Es Salaam to Chennai is 616 €. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Dar Es Salaam to Chennai. But we found flights with one or more stops from 616 €.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from Dar Es Salaam to Chennai.
The cheapest month to fly from Dar Es Salaam to Chennai is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dar Es Salaam Airport to Chennai Airport on Wednesday, 4 March 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Dar Es Salaam Airport and Chennai Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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, Ethiopian Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Chennai.

Travelling from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know

  • Chennai is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Dar Es Salaam and is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.

  • For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your DAR to MAA flight.

  • Flying during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Chennai Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between DAR and MAA include:

    • Dubai Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

    • Muscat International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Julius Nyerere International Airport to Chennai Airport flight is 297 €. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 616 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DAR to MAA if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.

  • Finding cheap flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Chennai Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across each month and bag a great deal.

  • Landing cheap flights from DAR to MAA couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Chennai Airport.

Handy information about Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)

  • Of the departures from Julius Nyerere International Airport, 68.39% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • To reach Julius Nyerere International Airport from central Dar Es Salaam, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Catching an early flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Chennai Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near DAR:

Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • Consider staying in a hotel near MAA if you have a late Julius Nyerere International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and explore beyond Chennai's usual tourist stops.

  • To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Chennai Airport around 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 get to the centre driving.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.

When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • July is the most popular month for flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Chennai Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Chennai in April.

  • The warmest month in Chennai is May, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DAR to MAA in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.

Explore more of India

  • Bengaluru is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered after you've seen Chennai. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.

  • If you're looking to explore another well-known destination in India, head for Coimbatore, roughly 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple are highlights.

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