Travelling from Kannur International Airport (CNN) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Kannur International Airport to Chennai Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.
Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Kannur.
Each week, there are four Kannur International Airport to Chennai Airport flights. If you'd like to be on board as soon as possible, go for the 11:10 IndiGo flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 19:05 with IndiGo.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your CNN to MAA flight.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as October. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
IndiGo is your gateway to discovering Chennai (and maybe even some other exciting corners of India!). Browse the direct flights from Kannur International Airport to Chennai Airport offered by this airline.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with IndiGo on this route.
IndiGo stands out as the most punctual carrier for CNN to MAA flights, with 85.86% of services arriving on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kannur International Airport to Chennai Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between CNN and MAA:
Bengaluru Airport
Hyderabad Airport
Kochi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kannur International Airport (CNN) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
Right now, Rs16,060 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kannur International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs30,193. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CNN to MAA if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Kannur International Airport to Chennai Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from CNN to MAA.
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Handy information about Kannur International Airport (CNN)
Kannur International Airport maintains a solid on-time record, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from CNN touch down on schedule 82% of the time.
To get to Kannur International Airport from central Kannur, it'll take about 40 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport will take about 1 hour.
Need a convenient hotel close to CNN? If you've booked an early flight from Kannur International Airport to Chennai Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
If you have a late Kannur International Airport to Chennai Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near MAA:
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 Rental and explore beyond Chennai's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Chennai Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
January is the most popular month for flights from Kannur International Airport to Chennai Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Chennai in September.
Book your flight from Kannur International Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you'd like to visit Chennai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 28ºC and 37ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CNN to MAA around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Chennai has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of India waiting to be discovered. Around 290 kilometres west of Chennai, a visit to Bengaluru will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
If you're ready to explore another side of India, head for Coimbatore, about 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Siruvani Falls and Dam and Sri Ranganathar Temple are the start of reasons to visit.
