Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Hamburg: what you need to know
Chennai Airport is located in Chennai. Operating on the UTC+1 timezone, Hamburg is 4 hours 30 minutes behind Chennai.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from MAA to Hamburg.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from MAA to Hamburg. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
You'll need an embassy visa for Germany if you hold a passport from India and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before you book your cheap ticket from Chennai Airport to Hamburg, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for the latest information.
MAA is about 19 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 47 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 49 minutes.
Have an early flight from Chennai Airport to Hamburg? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near MAA:
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Hamburg
C$497 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chennai Airport to Hamburg. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$1,034. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MAA to Hamburg if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
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Airports in Hamburg
Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC)
Hamburg Lubeck Airport (LBC) to the centre of Hamburg is about 59 minutes by car. It's approximately 80 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 30 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Chennai Airport to Hamburg. Reserve one of these accommodation options near LBC instead:
Hamburg Airport (HAM)
The centre of Hamburg is about 11 kilometres from Hamburg Airport (HAM). Once your flight from Chennai Airport to Hamburg has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 29 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 1 hour and 24 minutes.
After your flight from MAA to Hamburg, kick back at a hotel close to HAM. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Hamburg
Plan your trip to Hamburg during the high season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices may be higher. Or, book flights from Chennai Airport to Hamburg during low season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Book your flight from Chennai Airport to Hamburg for August to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 26ºC.
Look for cheap flights from MAA to Hamburg in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC and 6ºC on average.
More about Hamburg
Start your Hamburg trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Chennai Airport to Hamburg, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Hamburg itinerary.
Complete your Hamburg trip with a car rental
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