Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Chennai five hours 30 minutes ahead of Manchester.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to catch your MAN to MAA flight.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Manchester Airport to Chennai Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MAN and MAA:
Dubai Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Kuwait International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
Currently, C$357 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Manchester Airport to Chennai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is C$725. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from MAN to MAA, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport to Chennai Airport across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Manchester Airport to Chennai Airport.
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
Of all flights departing from Manchester Airport, 59.39% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Manchester Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Manchester. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near MAN? If you're boarding an early flight from Manchester Airport to Chennai Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Manchester Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Chennai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Rental and see more of Chennai and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Chennai Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
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.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Manchester Airport to Chennai Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Chennai in April.
Lock in your flight from Manchester Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you want to go to Chennai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAN to MAA around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
You've seen Chennai, now it's time to explore other parts of India. Journey around 290 kilometres west to Bengaluru to check off its must-visit sights. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another favourite stop in India. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.