Travelling from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is three hours 30 minutes ahead of Gaborone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your GBE to MAA flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Pick a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport to Chennai Airport. Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is a popular stopover on the GBE to MAA route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sir Seretse Khama International Airport to Chennai Airport flight is R 11,704. A round-trip plane ticket is currently R 13,745. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from GBE to MAA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport to Chennai Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from GBE to MAA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport to Chennai Airport.
Handy information about Sir Seretse Khama International Airport (GBE)
Sir Seretse Khama International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from GBE make it to their destination as scheduled 87.04% of the time.
Central Gaborone to Sir Seretse Khama International Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to GBE? If you're boarding an early flight from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport to Chennai Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
If you're arriving on a late Sir Seretse Khama International Airport to Chennai Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these hotels near MAA:
Travel at your own speed with a Chennai Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and experience more of Chennai and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Chennai Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Chennai. Driving there takes about 45 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport to Chennai Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Chennai. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Sir Seretse Khama International Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you'd like to go to Chennai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GBE to MAA in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered once you've seen Chennai. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Coimbatore is another sought-after destination in India and is around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. No journey is complete without a visit to Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.
