Flying from Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Chennai two hours 30 minutes behind Haikou.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your HAK to MAA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Flying during a peak month like January? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Haikou Meilan International Airport to Chennai Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between HAK and MAA include:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Changi International Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
Right now, R 4,813 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Haikou Meilan International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 11,050. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from HAK to MAA if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Haikou Meilan International Airport to Chennai Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and snap up a great deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from HAK to MAA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Haikou Meilan International Airport to Chennai Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK)
HAK is located at Qiongwen Ave.
Haikou Meilan International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 87.35% of flights that take off from HAK reach their destination without delay.
Central Haikou to Haikou Meilan International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Searching for a handy hotel near HAK? If you've booked an early flight from Haikou Meilan International Airport to Chennai Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
Book a hotel near MAA if you're on a late Haikou Meilan International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and explore beyond Chennai's main sights.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Chennai Airport around three weeks in advance.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport to central Chennai has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The quietest month for a flight from Haikou Meilan International Airport to Chennai Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Chennai based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Haikou Meilan International Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you want to visit Chennai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from HAK to MAA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
Chennai is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of India just waiting to be discovered. About 290 kilometres west of Chennai, a trip to Bengaluru will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another favourite stop in India. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.
