Travelling from Jaisalmer Airport (JSA) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Jaisalmer.
Your JSA to MAA flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak month like December? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Jaisalmer Airport to Chennai Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between JSA and MAA include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Ahmedabad Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jaisalmer Airport (JSA) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
Right now, R 1,181 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Jaisalmer Airport to Chennai Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 2,362. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from JSA to MAA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price in every month when looking for a flight from Jaisalmer Airport to Chennai Airport.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from JSA to MAA is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Jaisalmer Airport to Chennai Airport.
Handy information about Jaisalmer Airport (JSA)
80.12% of flights departing from Jaisalmer Airport reach their destination on time. Given its reliable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of JSA.
Jaisalmer Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Jaisalmer. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
If you have an early flight from Jaisalmer Airport to Chennai Airport, why not stay close by? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy some extra z's) at Club Mahindra Jaisalmer. Hotel Maru Palace is another convenient accommodation option near JSA.
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
Reserve a hotel near MAA if you're catching a late Jaisalmer Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and explore beyond Chennai's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Chennai Airport about three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Chennai. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Jaisalmer Airport to Chennai Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Chennai. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with the temperature ranging between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from Jaisalmer Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from JSA to MAA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
Chennai has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of India just waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometres west of Chennai, a visit to Bengaluru will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like 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.
