Flying from Atlanta to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll leave from in Atlanta. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is the city's main base, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Atlanta to Chennai Airport (MAA) taking off from here.
Chennai Airport is located in Chennai. The city operates in the UTC+5:30 timezone and is 9 hours 30 minutes ahead of Atlanta.
To ensure you get on your flight from Atlanta to MAA, leave 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.
July is a peak travel month. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like Christmas, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from Atlanta to MAA that includes a stopover. To see the options leaving from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between ATL and MAA include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The distance from central Atlanta to ATL is approximately 18 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the best route, whether in your own car or with public transport.
Want a hassle-free start to your break? Stay near Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Atlanta to Chennai Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
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 Atlanta to Chennai Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport to central Chennai is about 47 minutes in a car. It's approximately 19 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 49 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Atlanta to Chennai Airport (MAA)
Rs118,607 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Atlanta to Chennai Airport. Return flights start from Rs266,096. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
We suggest booking as soon as you can to get cheap tickets from Atlanta to MAA. You're more likely to bag a bargain and have a wider choice of departure times and dates.
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The best time to fly from Atlanta to Chennai Airport (MAA)
April is the quietest time to fly to Chennai. Alternatively, join the crowds and take off in July. This is the most popular month for flights from Atlanta to Chennai Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your flights from Atlanta to MAA in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from Atlanta to Chennai Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 28ºC on average.
More about Chennai
After booking your flight from Atlanta to Chennai Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chennai:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Marina Beach, Fort St. George and Government Museum are top sights which should feature on any good Chennai itinerary.
Complete your Chennai trip with a car rental
We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Atlanta to Chennai Airport to track down your ideal ride. Check out our car rentals in Chennai and compare offers in one place. Plus we give you all the info you need to know, from the most popular rental company to the average daily price.