Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Pemba Airport (POL): what you need to know
The timezone in Pemba is UTC+2, which is three hours 30 minutes behind Chennai.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your MAA to POL flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Pemba Airport (POL)
R 41,691 is the best price for a one-way Chennai Airport to Pemba Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 32,826. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from MAA to POL. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport to Pemba Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Save time looking for cheap flights from MAA to POL by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Chennai Airport to Pemba Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
76.04% of flights that depart Chennai Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Chennai to Chennai Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Chennai Airport to Pemba Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to MAA:
Arriving at Pemba Airport (POL)
If you're landing on a late Chennai Airport to Pemba Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near POL:
Getting from Pemba Airport (POL) to central Pemba
Pemba Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from central Pemba. Driving there takes about 5 minutes.
When to fly to Pemba Airport (POL)
The quietest month for a flight from Chennai Airport to Pemba Airport is January, while April is the busiest. Choose the best time to visit Pemba based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Chennai Airport to Pemba Airport for December if you'd like to visit Pemba during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAA to POL sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Mozambique
Nampula is just one of the many places in Mozambique waiting to be explored after you've experienced Pemba. Around 274 kilometres away to the south-west, top sights here include Mozambique National Ethnographic Museum, Rio Muhala and Parque Da Cidade De Nampula.
Journey 177 kilometres south from Pemba and you'll reach Nacala, another well-known stop in Mozambique. Your trip isn't complete without exploring Mesquita Central de Nacala and Casa distrital de cultura.
