Travelling from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is two hours 30 minutes behind Manila.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to board your MNL to MAA flight.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Chennai Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between MNL and MAA:
Changi International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
C$141 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Return flights start from C$307. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MNL to MAA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Chennai Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Chennai Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Ninoy Aquino International Airport, 70.07% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Ninoy Aquino International Airport from central Manila, it takes around 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Chennai Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near MNL:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
If you have a late Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Chennai Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near MAA:
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Reserving your vehicle from Chennai Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Chennai. Driving there takes about 45 minutes.
It takes around 50 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Chennai Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Chennai. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Ninoy Aquino International Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you'd like to visit Chennai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MNL to MAA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
Chennai has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of India waiting to be discovered. Around 290 kilometres west of Chennai, a trip to Bengaluru will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
If there's time to check out another major destination in India, consider Coimbatore, about 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple are key highlights.