Flying from Johannesburg to Chennai Airport (MAA): What you need to know
Planning your trip begins with figuring out where you'll leave from in Johannesburg. O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for booking a flight from Johannesburg to Chennai Airport (MAA) jetting off from here.
The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is three hours 30 minutes ahead of Johannesburg. Chennai Airport is located in Chennai.
To ensure you get on your flight from Johannesburg to MAA, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Johannesburg to MAA. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
JNB is around 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your trip? Stay near O.R. Tambo International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Johannesburg to Chennai Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to the on-time performance of O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77.1% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Depending on road traffic, you can drive to HLA from the centre of Johannesburg in about 50 minutes. The airport is approximately 48 kilometres away.
Got an early start? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Lanseria International Airport the day before your Johannesburg to MAA flight:
About Chennai Airport (MAA)
Have a late flight from Johannesburg to Chennai Airport? Don't let it steal your sleep. Stay at one of these hotels near MAA and get cosy, quick:
Grab a Chennai Airport rental car and explore Chennai and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Europcar and North Car Hire are top outlets to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride around three weeks in advance of your Johannesburg to Chennai Airport flight.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Chennai. The time it takes to get there in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
It'll take around 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Chennai Airport (MAA)
Right now, Rs87,982 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Chennai Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs180,833. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Johannesburg to MAA. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Johannesburg to Chennai Airport tickets throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Chennai Airport (MAA)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Johannesburg to Chennai Airport (MAA). July is the peak month for travel to Chennai. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in April.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your Johannesburg to MAA flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January sees temperatures of between 21ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Johannesburg to Chennai Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chennai
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Chennai right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Johannesburg to Chennai Airport:
Your trip to Chennai isn't complete without checking out the sights. Big-name attractions worth exploring include Meenakshi Temple, Marina beach and Wildlife photography tours -Naturographers.
Explore more of India
You've seen Chennai, now it's time to explore other corners of India. Travel about 274 kilometres west to Bengaluru to tick off its must-visit sights. From Meenakshi Temple to Museum of Art & Photography and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another side of India, consider Salem, roughly 257 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Meenakshi Amman Kovil, ISKCON and Eco Trekking (Starting Point) are key highlights.
