Travelling from Goa to Chennai International Airport (MAA): What you need to know
Start your journey at one of Goa's main airports, Goa International Airport (GOI) or Goa Manohar International Airport (GOX). Check out your options for booking a flight from Goa to Chennai International Airport (MAA) departing from either of these.
1 hour 40 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Goa to Chennai International Airport flight.
Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Goa. Chennai International Airport is located in Chennai.
Goa International Airport (GOI) to Chennai International Airport (MAA) is the most popular route, with 7 direct services each week. Get from GOI to MAA on IndiGo's 7:25am flight.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from Goa to MAA.
Flying during a popular month like February? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Goa
Goa International Airport (GOI)
Goa International Airport (GOI) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Goa to Chennai International Airport (MAA) take off from this terminal.
When jetting out of GOI, you can take a direct flight from Goa to Chennai International Airport with IndiGo.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with IndiGo between GOI and MAA.
With 74.55% of its services arriving as scheduled, IndiGo is the leading performer for punctuality on this route.
GOI is around 31 kilometres from central Goa. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour 15 minutes.
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Of the departures from Goa International Airport, 57% land on schedule at their destination.
Goa Manohar International Airport (GOX)
Thinking of flying out of Goa Manohar International Airport (GOX)? Direct Goa to Chennai International Airport (MAA) plane tickets are available from this popular hub.
IndiGo offers direct flights from Goa to MAA leaving from GOX. Book your favourite aisle (or window) seat and arrive at your destination in a single journey.
IndiGo is the top choice for passengers flying from GOX to MAA.
The most reliable carrier is IndiGo. Its Goa Manohar International Airport to Chennai International Airport flights arrive without delay 70.59% of the time.
You can arrive at GOX from central Goa in approximately 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
Kick back before your Goa to MAA flight at a hotel near Goa Manohar International Airport. Jessica’s Holiday Home is one option where you can roll out of bed and get to the airport with time to spare.
Goa Manohar International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 61%. This figure sheds light on how often flights that take off from this airport land on schedule.
About Chennai International Airport (MAA)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Goa to Chennai International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near MAA:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around three weeks before your Goa to Chennai International Airport flight.
Getting from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai International Airport to the centre of Chennai is about 16 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a taxi, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
It takes roughly 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Goa to Chennai International Airport (MAA)
Currently, Rs10,529 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Goa to Chennai International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs20,095. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Score cheap flights from Goa to MAA by booking ten months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
March is when you're most likely to find a bargain on a Goa to Chennai International Airport ticket. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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The best time to fly from Goa to Chennai International Airport (MAA)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Goa to Chennai International Airport (MAA). November is the peak month for travel to Chennai. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in January.
When booking your Goa to MAA plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with temperatures ranging from 28ºC to 37ºC.
January has temperatures of between 21ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Goa to Chennai International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Chennai
Once you've booked your flight from Goa to Chennai International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chennai:
There are plenty of things to do in Chennai when you're ready to see the sights. Start exploring at Meenakshi Temple followed by Marina beach and Marina Beach.
Explore more of India
You've seen Chennai, now it's time to explore other parts of India. Travel around 274 kilometres west to Bengaluru to tick off its must-visit sights. From Meenakshi Temple to Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 257 kilometres southwest of Chennai, Salem is another essential stop in India. No visit is complete without checking out ISKCON, Paravasa Ulagam Water Theme Park and Kailasanathar Temple.