Flying from L.F. Wade International Airport (BDA) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is eight hours 30 minutes ahead of Hamilton.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BDA to MAA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from L.F. Wade International Airport to Chennai Airport. Many passengers pass through London Heathrow Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from L.F. Wade International Airport (BDA) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
Right now, Rs254,455 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way L.F. Wade International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs372,458. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BDA to MAA if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from L.F. Wade International Airport to Chennai Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from BDA to MAA by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from L.F. Wade International Airport to Chennai Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about L.F. Wade International Airport (BDA)
83.2% of flights leaving L.F. Wade International Airport reach their destination on schedule. With its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from BDA.
Central Hamilton to L.F. Wade International Airport is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to BDA? If you're catching an early flight from L.F. Wade International Airport to Chennai Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a L.F. Wade International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:
Get on the fast track to 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 get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Chennai Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Chennai. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from L.F. Wade International Airport to Chennai Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Chennai. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from L.F. Wade International Airport to Chennai Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with temperatures ranging from 28ºC to 37ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BDA to MAA in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of India
Chennai has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of India just waiting to be discovered. About 290 kilometres west of Chennai, a visit to Bengaluru will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
If you're looking to explore another corner of India, consider Coimbatore, roughly 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple are key highlights.
