Traveling from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Frankfurt Airport to Chennai Airport is 9 hours 23 minutes. Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Chennai 4 hours 30 minutes ahead of Frankfurt.
Flights from Frankfurt Airport to Chennai Airport start from 01:40 — the first with Lufthansa. The last departure is the 11:15 service with Lufthansa. In total, you can take your pick of 8 weekly services between FRA and MAA.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Lufthansa is your ticket to exploring Chennai (and perhaps some other great parts of India!). Browse the direct flights from Frankfurt Airport to Chennai Airport offered by this popular airline.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Frankfurt Airport to Chennai Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that interests you. Popular stopovers on the FRA - MAA route include:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Kuwait International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Before reserving your cheap ticket from FRA to MAA, check if you need a visa to enter India. Visa and travel document requirements can vary and are updated often. To get the most up-to-date information, get in touch with the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're traveling to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt Airport to Chennai Airport is C$333. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$643. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book 8 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from FRA to MAA.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Frankfurt Airport to Chennai Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from FRA to MAA. You don't need to search every day to see whether prices have fallen. We'll update you the moment the price changes.
Take advantage of filters to find the best trip for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Frankfurt Airport to Chennai Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 21 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be approximately 37 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Frankfurt Airport to Chennai Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to FRA:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Frankfurt Airport to Chennai Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near MAA:
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport to the center of Chennai is around 47 minutes by car. It's approximately 19 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 49 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Frankfurt Airport to Chennai Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Chennai in April.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your flights from Frankfurt Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from FRA to MAA in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC and 28ºC then.
More about Chennai
As soon as you've booked your flights from FRA to MAA, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Chennai. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this top destination:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Marina Beach, Fort St. George and Government Museum are popular attractions which should be on every Chennai itinerary.
Complete your Chennai trip with hotels and a car rental
After you've secured your cheap ticket to Chennai Airport, check out our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Chennai getaway.
