Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN): what you need to know
Hanoi is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Chennai and observes the UTC+7 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your MAA to HAN flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chennai Airport to Noi Bai International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MAA and HAN:
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
At the moment, C$165 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chennai Airport to Noi Bai International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is C$328. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from MAA to HAN, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from Chennai Airport to Noi Bai International Airport.
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Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
When it comes to Chennai Airport's on-time performance, data shows 76.04% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Chennai Airport from central Chennai, it'll take about 45 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near MAA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chennai Airport to Noi Bai International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
If you're landing on a late Chennai Airport to Noi Bai International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near HAN:
Start your adventure the moment you land with a Noi Bai International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dichung Car Rental to explore parts of Hanoi that most tourists miss.
Book your vehicle from Noi Bai International Airport a few weeks in advance to get the lowest price. If you're planning to travel during a peak period, it's wise to book even earlier.
Getting from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to central Hanoi
From Noi Bai International Airport, Hanoi is approximately 26 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 55 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Chennai Airport to Noi Bai International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Hanoi. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Hanoi is June, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your flights from Chennai Airport to Noi Bai International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MAA to HAN around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Vietnam
Việt Trì is just one of the many cities in Vietnam waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Hanoi. Around 48 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Vườn Lan Hiền Vũ, Nhà Vườn Tiến An and Vườn lan Ngọc Tân.
Around 225 kilometres east of Hanoi, Móng Cái is another favourite stop in Vietnam. Experience major highlights starting with Tra Co beach, Moncay Catholic Church and Chimsu Chill on the beach.