Travelling from Sao Paulo to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
There are a couple of main airports to choose from in Sao Paulo. Explore your options leaving from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU) or Viracopos Airport (VCP) when reserving your flight from Sao Paulo to Chennai Airport (MAA).
The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is 8 hours 30 minutes ahead of Sao Paulo. Chennai Airport is located in Chennai.
To ensure you catch your flight from Sao Paulo to MAA, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Sao Paulo
Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your flight from Sao Paulo to MAA. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport (GRU). Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The distance from central Sao Paulo to GRU is about 26 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
Want a convenient hotel near Sao Paulo-Guarulhos International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Sao Paulo to Chennai Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Viracopos Airport (VCP)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Sao Paulo to Chennai Airport. Visit friends or family or tick another city off your list. Whatever you'd like to do, check out these stops between Viracopos Airport and MAA:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport (ADD)
VCP is around 97 kilometres from central Sao Paulo. It'll take you 1 hour and 16 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 3 hours and 25 minutes.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before your flight from Sao Paulo to MAA? Unwind in a hotel near Viracopos Airport before your holiday officially begins. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About Chennai Airport (MAA)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Sao Paulo to Chennai Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near MAA:
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport to the centre of Chennai takes about 47 minutes by car. It's approximately 19 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
Getting to the centre on public transport typically takes 49 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sao Paulo to Chennai Airport (MAA)
680 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Sao Paulo to Chennai Airport. Return flights start from 900 €. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
We recommend booking as soon as possible to get cheap tickets from Sao Paulo to MAA. You're more likely to bag a bargain and have a larger selection of departure times and dates.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, check out the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for your ticket from Sao Paulo to Chennai Airport.
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The best time to fly from Sao Paulo to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Sao Paulo to Chennai Airport. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Chennai in April when things are quieter.
Schedule your flight from Sao Paulo to MAA for May if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Chennai to range from 28ºC to 37ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from Sao Paulo to Chennai Airport in January when temperatures average between 21ºC and 28ºC.
More about Chennai
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Chennai right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from Sao Paulo to Chennai Airport:
One of the best ways to get a feel for Chennai is to explore its most popular attractions. Essential stops include Marina Beach, Fort St. George and Government Museum.
Complete your Chennai trip with a car rental
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