Flying from Tehran to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Tehran. Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Tehran to Chennai Airport (MAA) departing from here.
The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is 2 hours ahead of Tehran. Chennai Airport is located in Chennai.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Tehran to MAA.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Tehran
Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
We make it a piece of cake to find a flight from Tehran to MAA that includes a stopover. To see your options departing from Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between IKA and MAA include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
The distance from central Tehran to IKA is around 56 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the quickest route, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Need a handy place to stay before your flight from Tehran to Chennai Airport? Remis Hotel and Rexan Hotel are close to Imam Khomeini International Airport. They're a particularly great choice if you're catching an early flight.
About Chennai Airport (MAA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Tehran to Chennai Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Chennai. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 47 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 49 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tehran to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Tehran to Chennai Airport is C$466. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$686. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find flight tickets from Tehran to MAA, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Tehran to Chennai Airport across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Create a Price Alert and track any changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll know straight away when the fares drop. Timing is key when finding flight tickets from Tehran to MAA.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Tehran to Chennai Airport. Enter your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
The best time to fly from Tehran to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Tehran to Chennai Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Chennai in April when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with the temperature ranging between 28ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from Tehran to MAA in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from Tehran to Chennai Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC and 28ºC on average.
More about Chennai
After booking your flight from Tehran to Chennai Airport, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chennai:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Marina Beach, Fort St. George and Government Museum are major attractions which should feature on every Chennai itinerary.
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