Flying from Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is 12 hours 30 minutes ahead of Victoria.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your YYJ to MAA flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from Victoria International Airport (YYJ) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
At the moment, R 11,334 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Victoria International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 28,681. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from YYJ to MAA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Victoria International Airport to Chennai Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from YYJ to MAA by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Victoria International Airport to Chennai Airport.
Handy information about Victoria International Airport (YYJ)
Of the departures from Victoria International Airport, 67.45% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Victoria to Victoria International Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near YYJ? If you're boarding an early flight from Victoria International Airport to Chennai Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
Consider booking a hotel close to MAA if you're catching a late Victoria International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Explore without limits with a Chennai Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and see more of Chennai and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Chennai Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
From Chennai Airport, Chennai is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The quietest month for a flight from Victoria International Airport to Chennai Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Chennai based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Victoria International Airport to Chennai Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with the temperature ranging from 28ºC (82ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from YYJ to MAA sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
You've seen Chennai, now it's time to discover other parts of India. Journey around 290 kilometres west to Bengaluru to tick off its top attractions. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Coimbatore is another standout destination in India and is around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. No trip is complete without experiencing Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.
