Travelling from Darbhanga Airport (DBR) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Darbhanga.
To ensure you catch your DBR to MAA flight, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Darbhanga Airport to Chennai Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between DBR and MAA include:
Kempegowda International Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Darbhanga Airport (DBR) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
Currently, Rs24,167 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Darbhanga Airport to Chennai Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs53,707. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DBR to MAA if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Darbhanga Airport to Chennai Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Snapping up cheap flights from DBR to MAA is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Darbhanga Airport to Chennai Airport.
Handy information about Darbhanga Airport (DBR)
Central Darbhanga to Darbhanga Airport is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near DBR. Whether you're catching an early flight from Darbhanga Airport to Chennai Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Darbhanga Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:
Explore without limits with a Chennai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and see more of Chennai and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Chennai Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport to central Chennai has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Darbhanga Airport to Chennai Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Chennai in April.
When booking your flight from Darbhanga 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.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap tickets from DBR to MAA sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of India
Chennai has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of India just waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometres west of Chennai, a visit to Bengaluru will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in India, head for Coimbatore, about 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple are highlights.