Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Mexico City: what you need to know
Chennai Airport is located in Chennai. Based in the UTC-6 timezone, Mexico City is 11 hours 30 minutes behind Chennai.
To avoid rushing for your MAA to Mexico City flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying over a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Finding a plane ticket from MAA to Mexico City with a stopover is simple. Whether you'd like to snag a discounted fare or explore an exciting new destination, just deselect 'Direct flights only' to browse your options. A top stop on this route is London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Chennai, MAA can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near MAA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chennai Airport to Mexico City or don't want departure day to feel hectic, these hotels put convenience first:
76.04% of flights that leave from Chennai Airport land at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Mexico City
R 12,184 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Chennai Airport to Mexico City flight. A return flight ticket right now is R 25,431. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from MAA to Mexico City. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the nearer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you have flexibility with your travel plans, check out the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your Chennai Airport to Mexico City ticket.
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Airports in Mexico City
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX)
Benito Juarez International Airport (MEX) to the centre of Mexico City takes around 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 8 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chennai Airport to Mexico City. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MEX instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Benito Juarez International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from INFINITY RENT, MEX or America and see more of Mexico City and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Benito Juarez International Airport around four weeks in advance of your flight from MAA to Mexico City can help you lock in the best possible rate.
Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU)
After your flight from Chennai Airport to Mexico City has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in around 55 minutes by car. Central Mexico City is roughly 40 kilometres from Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport (NLU).
If you choose to travel on public transport, you'll get to the city centre in 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
Verticca Hotel is a comfortable accommodation option within a short drive of NLU. Settle in here after your MAA to Mexico City flight and then put up the 'Do not disturb' sign for some uninterrupted rest.
No need to worry about public transport schedules or cab lines. Pick up a Santa Lucia Air Force Base Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Check out the availability and rates from Europcar, MEX and Keddy By Europcar.
Avoid potential price surges. Booking your ride one week ahead of your arrival at NLU can help you lock in a better rate.
Best time to go to Mexico City
Before scheduling your flights from Chennai Airport to Mexico City, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Mexico City offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season brings cheaper hotel rates and smaller crowds.
When booking your Chennai Airport to Mexico City flight ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. April is the warmest month in Mexico City, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from MAA to Mexico City around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Mexico City
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Mexico City right here. Browse these options once you've booked your flight from Chennai Airport to Mexico City:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Chapultepec Park, Zocalo and National Museum of Anthropology are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Mexico City itinerary.
Explore more of Mexico
You've visited Mexico City, now it's time to discover other corners of Mexico. Journey about 467 kilometres west to Guadalajara to check off its top attractions. From Teatro Degollado to Portales Tlaquepaque Park and Zoologico Guadalajara, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in Mexico, consider Puebla, roughly 105 kilometres south-east of Mexico City. Mirador de Los Fuertes, Cuexcomate and Street of Candies are the start of reasons to visit.
