Flying from New York to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
When searching for a flight from New York to Chennai Airport (MAA), there's a good range of airports you can take off from. Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA) are among New York's main options.
Chennai Airport is located in Chennai. The city operates in the UTC+5:30 timezone and is 9 hours 30 minutes ahead of New York.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from New York to MAA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Flying during a peak time like August? High seasons (like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year) can easily add another hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from New York to MAA. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
From the centre of New York, EWR is around 24 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to find the best way to get there.
Planning to catch an early flight from New York to Chennai Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Newark Liberty International Airport:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from New York to Chennai Airport. Visit family or friends or tick a new city off your bucket list. Whatever you choose to do, check out these options between John F. Kennedy International Airport and MAA:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
You can get to JFK from the centre of New York in about 48 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
You're off on holiday, so why not spend an additional night away? Consider kicking back in one of these hotels near John F. Kennedy International Airport the day before your flight from New York to MAA:
About Chennai Airport (MAA)
Book a hotel near MAA if you're catching a late flight from New York to Chennai Airport. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Chennai. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 47 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 49 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Chennai Airport (MAA)
Book a one-way ticket from New York to Chennai Airport from 305 € or travel return from just 612 €. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
To score cheap tickets from New York to MAA, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap tickets from New York to Chennai Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Check out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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The best time to fly from New York to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the busiest month for flights from New York to Chennai Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Chennai in April when things are quieter.
Schedule your flight from New York to MAA for May if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Chennai to range from 28ºC to 37ºC.
Look for cheap flights from New York to Chennai Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC and 28ºC on average.
More about Chennai
Start your Chennai trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from New York to Chennai Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Marina Beach, Fort St. George and Government Museum are must-do's during your Chennai adventure.
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