Travelling from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Chennai three hours 30 minutes ahead of Cape Town.
Your CPT to MAA flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Cape Town International Airport to Chennai Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between CPT and MAA include:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
381 € is the best price for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Return flights start at 739 €. These fares can change depending on demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from CPT to MAA, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport to Chennai Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from CPT to MAA is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Cape Town International Airport to Chennai Airport.
Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Cape Town International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from CPT arrive at their destination as scheduled 81.65% of the time.
To reach Cape Town International Airport from central Cape Town, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to CPT? If you're catching an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Chennai Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
Book a hotel close to MAA if you're on a late Cape Town International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Explore without limits with a Chennai Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and experience more of Chennai and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Chennai Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
From Chennai Airport, Chennai is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Cape Town International Airport to Chennai Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Chennai in April.
Book your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you want to explore Chennai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CPT to MAA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
Chennai has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of India just waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometres west of Chennai, a visit to Bengaluru will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in India, head for Coimbatore, about 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple are key reasons to visit.
