Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Atlanta: what you need to know
Chennai Airport is located in Chennai. Following the UTC-4 timezone, Atlanta is nine hours 30 minutes behind Chennai.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your MAA to Atlanta flight.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and maybe even tick a new city off your list. When browsing for flight tickets from MAA to Atlanta, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Located around 16 kilometres from central Chennai, MAA can be reached in about 45 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near MAA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Chennai Airport to Atlanta or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are a convenient choice:
76.04% of flights that leave from Chennai Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Atlanta
Rs124,906 is currently the best price for a one-way Chennai Airport to Atlanta flight. A return flight ticket starts at Rs231,972. These fares can change based on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from MAA to Atlanta. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) is around 18 kilometres from central Atlanta. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 15 minutes.
It'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes when travelling by public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Chennai Airport to Atlanta, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near ATL:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Europcar and find adventure across Atlanta and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from MAA to Atlanta.
ATL is located at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Best time to go to Atlanta
Travel to Atlanta during high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Chennai Airport to Atlanta during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
When booking your Chennai Airport to Atlanta flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Atlanta, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 34ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MAA to Atlanta in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC and 14ºC on average.
More about Atlanta
Once you've booked your flight from Chennai Airport to Atlanta, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Atlanta:
Centennial Olympic Park and Georgia Aquarium are a couple of major attractions to put on your Atlanta must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Piedmont Park.
Explore more of United States
Atlanta has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be discovered. About 467 kilometres south-east of Atlanta, a trip to Jacksonville will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Charlotte is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 370 kilometres north-east of Atlanta. No trip is complete without visiting NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.