Travelling from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Los Angeles: what you need to know
Chennai International Airport is located in Chennai. Based in the UTC-8 timezone, Los Angeles is 13 hours 30 minutes behind Chennai.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This leaves you with plenty of time to board your MAA to Los Angeles flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as November. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and maybe even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from MAA to Los Angeles, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Travelling from central Chennai to MAA takes around 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Chennai International Airport to Los Angeles? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near MAA:
76% of flights that depart Chennai International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Los Angeles
The best price we've found for a one-way Chennai International Airport to Los Angeles flight is R 8,057. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 16,380. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from MAA to Los Angeles, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
Landing cheap tickets from Chennai International Airport to Los Angeles is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest fares throughout the month and pick up a fantastic deal.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Chennai International Airport to Los Angeles by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is around 29 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 35 minutes.
Getting there by public transport will take you around 1 hour.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Chennai International Airport to Los Angeles, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near LAX:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Los Angeles International Airport about one week before your flight from MAA to Los Angeles.
The street address for LAX is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
The centre of Los Angeles is about 29 kilometres from Van Nuys Airport (VNY). After your flight from Chennai International Airport to Los Angeles has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 35 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre will take you 1 hour 15 minutes or so.
You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near VNY. Unwind and get cosy after your MAA to Los Angeles flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Avoid filling out forms at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from VNY a few weeks in advance so you can just pick up the keys and get on your way.
Best time to go to Los Angeles
July is the busiest month for flights from Chennai International Airport to Los Angeles. To avoid the crowds, head to Los Angeles in December.
Before locking in your Chennai International Airport to Los Angeles plane ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from MAA to Los Angeles around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Los Angeles
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Los Angeles right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Chennai International Airport to Los Angeles:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Universal Studios Hollywood, Hollywood Sign and Hollywood Bowl are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Los Angeles itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Los Angeles has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be discovered. About 177 kilometres southeast of Los Angeles, a trip to San Diego will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
San Jose is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 499 kilometres northwest of Los Angeles. No journey is complete without experiencing Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
