Travelling from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Dusseldorf and is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your DUS to MAA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month like June? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Dusseldorf International Airport to Chennai Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between DUS and MAA include:
Frankfurt Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Dusseldorf International Airport to Chennai Airport flight is R 3,620. A round-trip plane ticket right now is R 7,417. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DUS to MAA if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Dusseldorf International Airport to Chennai Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from DUS to MAA.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Dusseldorf International Airport to Chennai Airport.
Handy information about Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Of the departures from Dusseldorf International Airport, 78.28% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Dusseldorf International Airport from central Dusseldorf, it takes about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near DUS? If you're catching an early flight from Dusseldorf International Airport to Chennai Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
Reserve a hotel close to MAA if you're taking a late Dusseldorf International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Chennai Airport rental car and explore Chennai and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Europcar and North Car Hire are top outlets to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Chennai Airport about three weeks ahead.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport to central Chennai has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Dusseldorf International Airport to Chennai Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Chennai. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Dusseldorf International Airport to Chennai Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with the temperature ranging from 28ºC (82ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DUS to MAA around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of India
You've done Chennai, now it's time to discover other parts of India. Journey about 290 kilometres west to Bengaluru to check off its must-visit sights. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If there's time to check out another major stop in India, head for Coimbatore, roughly 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple are highlights.