Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the center of Chennai. With your own car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 47 minutes.
It typically takes 49 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the busiest month for flights from McNary Field to Chennai Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Chennai in April.
Book your flight from McNary Field to Chennai Airport for May if you'd like to explore Chennai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 28ºC and 37ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from SLE to MAA in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 28ºC then.
More about Chennai
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Marina Beach, Fort St. George and Government Museum are highlights which should feature on any good Chennai itinerary.
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