Flying from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Chennai Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 25 minutes.
Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Hyderabad.
Every week, there are 1,108 Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Chennai Airport flights. If you prefer to take off as soon as possible, pick the 00:15 IndiGo flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 22:15 with IndiGo.
Your HYD to MAA flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
There are plenty of direct flights from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Chennai Airport, so getting to Chennai (and then seeing more of India!) is a cinch. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
IndiGo is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Air India is the most punctual carrier that operates HYD to MAA flights. An exceptional 87.72% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Chennai Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between HYD and MAA include:
Vishakhapatnam Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
Coimbatore International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Chennai Airport flight is Rs8,416. A return plane ticket right now is Rs17,350. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book five months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from HYD to MAA.
The cheapest month for flights from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Chennai Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from HYD to MAA.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Chennai Airport.
Handy information about Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
When it comes to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73.37% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach Rajiv Gandhi International Airport from central Hyderabad, it'll take about 45 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 50 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near HYD. Whether you're catching an early flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Chennai Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and explore beyond Chennai's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Chennai Airport about three weeks ahead.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Chennai. The drive time takes about 45 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Chennai Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Chennai in April.
When reserving your flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Chennai Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with temperatures ranging from 28ºC to 37ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from HYD to MAA in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 28ºC on average.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered after you've seen Chennai. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another essential stop in India. Experience major highlights starting with Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.
