Travelling from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Chennai five hours 30 minutes ahead of London.
Your LTN to MAA flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Luton Airport (LTN) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
At the moment, Rs58,004 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Luton Airport to Chennai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs140,916. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LTN to MAA if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Luton Airport to Chennai Airport across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Handy information about London Luton Airport (LTN)
Of the flights that depart from London Luton Airport, 72.75% touch down on time at their destination.
Central London to London Luton Airport is approximately 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 20 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near LTN. Whether you've booked an early flight from London Luton Airport to Chennai Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
If you're landing on a late London Luton Airport to Chennai Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near MAA:
Travel at your own speed with a Chennai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and see more of Chennai and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Chennai Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport to central Chennai has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from London Luton Airport to Chennai Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Chennai. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from London Luton Airport to Chennai Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with temperatures ranging from 28ºC to 37ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap tickets from LTN to MAA sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Chennai has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of India just waiting to be explored. Around 290 kilometres west of Chennai, a trip to Bengaluru will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another essential stop in India. Start your sightseeing at Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.