Travelling from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is five hours 30 minutes behind Melbourne.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your AVV to MAA flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Avalon Airport (AVV) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Avalon Airport to Chennai Airport flight is R 4,813. A return ticket is currently R 8,972. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from AVV to MAA if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Avalon Airport to Chennai Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and land a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from AVV to MAA by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Avalon Airport to Chennai Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Avalon Airport (AVV)
Avalon Airport has a strong on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from AVV make it to their destination as scheduled 80.09% of the time.
To reach Avalon Airport from central Melbourne, it'll take about 50 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 2 hours 5 minutes.
Get your flight from Avalon Airport to Chennai Airport off to a relaxed start. Just a quick ride from AVV, stay at Corio Bay Motel and you'll be well-rested for the trip ahead.
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
If you have a late Avalon Airport to Chennai Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near MAA:
Go where the road takes you with a Chennai Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and venture far and wide through Chennai and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Chennai Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
From Chennai Airport, Chennai is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The quietest month for a flight from Avalon Airport to Chennai Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Chennai based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from Avalon Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from AVV to MAA in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Chennai. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another favourite stop in India. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.