Travelling from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Hamad International Airport to Chennai Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 20 minutes.
Chennai is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Doha and is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Take your pick of 14 weekly Hamad International Airport to Chennai Airport flights. The 19:20 departure with Qatar Airways is the earliest flight available. IndiGo operates the latest service of the day at 19:50.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DOH to MAA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
IndiGo is your ticket to exploring Chennai (and perhaps some other great parts of India!). Browse the direct flights from Hamad International Airport to Chennai Airport offered by this airline.
IndiGo is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Qatar Airways is the most punctual carrier that offers DOH to MAA flights, with 76.42% of its services arriving as scheduled.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hamad International Airport to Chennai Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between DOH and MAA:
Mumbai Airport
Zayed International Airport
Sharjah Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
Rs42,576 is the best price for a one-way Hamad International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs66,433. These prices can change based on demand.
Score cheap tickets from DOH to MAA by booking at least 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
April is the cheapest month for flights from Hamad International Airport to Chennai Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Hamad International Airport maintains a strong on-time record, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from DOH land at their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
Hamad International Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Doha. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near DOH? If you're boarding an early flight from Hamad International Airport to Chennai Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Hamad International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:
Say yes to new adventures 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 usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Chennai Airport about three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
From Chennai Airport, Chennai is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes roughly 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The quietest month for a flight from Hamad International Airport to Chennai Airport is September, while January is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Chennai based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When reserving your flight from Hamad International Airport to Chennai Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with the temperature ranging from 28ºC to 37ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DOH to MAA in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of India
Chennai is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of India just waiting to be discovered. About 290 kilometres west of Chennai, a trip to Bengaluru will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
Around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another favourite stop in India. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Siruvani Falls and Dam and Sri Ranganathar Temple.