Flying from San Diego to Chennai Airport (MAA): What you need to know
San Diego International Airport (SAN) is San Diego's main airport. Explore your options for booking a flight from San Diego to Chennai Airport (MAA) departing from here.
Chennai Airport is located in Chennai. The city operates on the UTC+5:30 timezone and is 12 hours 30 minutes ahead of San Diego.
To ensure you catch your flight from San Diego to MAA, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
With more travellers during high season, it's a good idea to be at your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will allow for additional wait times.
Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from San Diego to MAA even cheaper by adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to explore which cities could make a good pit stop. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is an option when leaving from San Diego International Airport (SAN).
Travelling from central San Diego to SAN takes around 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from San Diego to Chennai Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to San Diego International Airport:
71.38% of flights leaving from San Diego International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
SAN's address is N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
CLD is about 56 kilometres from central San Diego. It takes 40 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 15 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your San Diego to MAA flight? Unwind in a hotel near McClellan-Palomar Airport before your trip officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
About Chennai Airport (MAA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from San Diego to Chennai Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire to explore Chennai and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your San Diego to Chennai Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
The centre of Chennai is around 16 kilometres from Chennai Airport. Journey times by car hire or cab will vary based on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research before your trip.
Travelling by public transport takes around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego to Chennai Airport (MAA)
At the moment, R 6,904 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from San Diego to Chennai Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 15,900. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from San Diego to MAA if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your San Diego to Chennai Airport ticket.
There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know when a better deal comes up on plane tickets from San Diego to MAA.
Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from San Diego to Chennai Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that line up with your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the best price quickly.
The best time to fly from San Diego to Chennai Airport (MAA)
April is the quietest month for flights from San Diego to Chennai Airport (MAA), while July is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit Chennai based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book a San Diego to MAA plane ticket departing in May if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Chennai to range from 28ºC (82ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from San Diego to Chennai Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Chennai
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Chennai right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from San Diego to Chennai Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Meenakshi Temple, Marina beach and Wildlife photography tours -Naturographers are top sights which should be on any good Chennai itinerary.
Explore more of India
Chennai is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of India you should also see. About 274 kilometres west of Chennai, a visit to Bengaluru will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in India, head for Salem, roughly 257 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Meenakshi Amman Kovil, ISKCON and Eco Trekking (Starting Point) are the start of reasons to visit.
