Traveling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Hamad International Airport (DOH): what you need to know
A direct flight from Chennai Airport to Hamad International Airport takes an average of 4 hours 42 minutes. The timezone in Doha is UTC+3, which is 2 hours 30 minutes behind Chennai.
Flights from Chennai Airport to Hamad International Airport start from 02:00 — the first with IndiGo. The last flight of the day is the 21:30 option with IndiGo. In total, you can choose from 23 weekly services from MAA to DOH.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
IndiGo runs direct flights from Chennai Airport to Hamad International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Doha — plus maybe even more of Qatar if you have time.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Chennai Airport to Hamad International Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. These are the popular stopovers between MAA and DOH:
Bahrain International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Cochin International Airport
Before getting your cheap ticket from MAA to DOH, check if you need a visa to enter Qatar. Travel document and visa requirements may differ and are updated frequently. To get the latest information, get in touch with the nearest consulate or embassy of your destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chennai Airport to Hamad International Airport is C$195. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$308. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap flight tickets from MAA to DOH, reserve your journey 4 months ahead of your departure.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Chennai Airport to Hamad International Airport is December. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
Chennai Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 47 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 49 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near MAA? If you're boarding an early flight from Chennai Airport to Hamad International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Reserve a hotel near DOH if you have a late flight from Chennai Airport to Hamad International Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to central Doha
From Hamad International Airport, Doha is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 16 minutes to reach the center driving.
Traveling by public transport takes roughly 39 minutes.
When to fly to Hamad International Airport (DOH)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Chennai Airport to Hamad International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Doha. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Doha is July, with the temperature ranging between 31ºC and 42ºC. Book your flights from Chennai Airport to Hamad International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap flight tickets from MAA to DOH in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Doha
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the most popular stays in Doha right here. Explore these options once you've booked your flight from MAA to DOH:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Souq Waqif, Museum of Islamic Art and Katara Cultural Village are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Doha itinerary.
Complete your Doha trip with hotels and a car rental
You've locked in your cheap ticket to Hamad International Airport — now it's time to find a great place to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Doha.