Travelling from Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai is one hour 30 minutes behind Medan and follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your KNO to MAA flight.
Travelling during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Kuala Namu International Airport to Chennai Airport. Many passengers pass through Kuala Lumpur International Airport when flying between KNO and MAA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Kuala Namu International Airport to Chennai Airport flight is Rs32,415. A round-trip plane ticket is currently Rs76,923. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from KNO to MAA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Kuala Namu International Airport to Chennai Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from KNO to MAA by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kuala Namu International Airport to Chennai Airport.
Handy information about Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
68.46% of flights departing from Kuala Namu International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To reach Kuala Namu International Airport from central Medan, it takes about 50 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Have an early flight from Kuala Namu International Airport to Chennai Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to KNO:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Kuala Namu International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:
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Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Chennai Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Chennai. The drive time takes about 45 minutes.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Kuala Namu International Airport to Chennai Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Chennai in April.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with the temperature ranging between 28ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from Kuala Namu International Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from KNO to MAA in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of India
You've seen Chennai, now it's time to explore more of India. Journey around 290 kilometres west to Bengaluru to tick off its leading sights. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another great destination in India, consider Coimbatore, about 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple are key reasons to visit.
