Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF): what you need to know
Reykjavik is five hours 30 minutes behind Chennai and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your MAA to KEF flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Choose a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Keflavik International Airport. London Heathrow Airport is a popular stopover on the MAA to KEF route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chennai Airport to Keflavik International Airport flight is R 5,770. A return fare right now is R 11,451. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MAA to KEF. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Chennai Airport to Keflavik International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from MAA to KEF.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Chennai Airport to Keflavik International Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chennai Airport, data shows 76.04% of flights complete their journey on time.
Chennai Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near MAA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chennai Airport to Keflavik International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
If you're getting in on a late Chennai Airport to Keflavik International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these options near KEF:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Keflavik International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Ice Rental 4x4, FairCar or Flizzr and explore beyond Reykjavik's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Keflavik International Airport about four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Keflavik International Airport (KEF) to central Reykjavik
Keflavik International Airport is roughly 48 kilometres from central Reykjavik. The drive time takes around 50 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
July is the most popular month for flights from Chennai Airport to Keflavik International Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Reykjavik in January.
When booking your flight from Chennai Airport to Keflavik International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Reykjavik, with temperatures ranging from 8ºC (46ºF) to 15ºC (59ºF).
December sees average temperatures of between -6ºC (21ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAA to KEF sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Iceland
Kópavogur is just one of the many cities in Iceland waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Reykjavik. Around 5 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Yndisgarðurinn, Fífu parkið and Elliðavatns-stífla.
Around 10 kilometres south of Reykjavik, Hafnarfjörður is another favourite stop in Iceland. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Höfðaskógur forest, Dog relief area in Hafnarfjordur and Víðistaðatún.