Flying from Raja Bhoj Airport (BHO) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Bhopal and Chennai share the same timezone, UTC+5:30.
Leave enough time to make your BHO to MAA flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Raja Bhoj Airport to Chennai Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between BHO and MAA:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Raja Bhoj Airport (BHO) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Raja Bhoj Airport to Chennai Airport flight is Rs16,232. A round-trip fare right now is Rs31,629. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BHO to MAA if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
Finding cheap flights from Raja Bhoj Airport to Chennai Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and bag a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from BHO to MAA.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Raja Bhoj Airport to Chennai Airport.
Handy information about Raja Bhoj Airport (BHO)
Of all flights departing from Raja Bhoj Airport, 65.76% land on schedule at their destination.
Raja Bhoj Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Bhopal. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near BHO. Whether you're catching an early flight from Raja Bhoj Airport to Chennai Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
If you're coming in on a late Raja Bhoj Airport to Chennai Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these hotels near MAA:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and explore beyond Chennai's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Chennai Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
From Chennai Airport, Chennai is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The quietest month for a flight from Raja Bhoj Airport to Chennai Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Chennai based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your flights from Raja Bhoj Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap tickets from BHO to MAA sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Chennai has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of India you should also see. About 290 kilometres west of Chennai, a trip to Bengaluru will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another essential stop in India. No visit is complete without checking out Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.
