Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Beijing: what you need to know
Chennai Airport is located in Chennai. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Beijing is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Chennai.
To avoid missing your MAA to Beijing flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Heading off during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To play it safe, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially land a cheaper flight ticket from MAA to Beijing. All you need to do is uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these connection hubs:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
MAA is around 16 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chennai Airport to Beijing? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MAA:
Of the flights that depart from Chennai Airport, 76.04% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Beijing
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Chennai Airport to Beijing flight is Rs54,930. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs118,133. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from MAA to Beijing. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across each month when looking for a Chennai Airport to Beijing ticket.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's an updated deal for cheap flights from MAA to Beijing.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Chennai Airport to Beijing by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) is around 31 kilometres from central Beijing. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 40 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Chennai Airport to Beijing, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near PEK:
Go beyond Beijing and discover places that aren't on most itineraries with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Beijing Capital International Airport rental car from Hertz.
Reserve your ride from Beijing Capital International Airport a few weeks in advance of your flight from MAA to Beijing. If you're travelling during a peak period, book even earlier to lock in the best possible deal.
You'll find PEK at Capital Airport Rd.
Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Daxing International Airport (PKX) is roughly 56 kilometres from central Beijing. Once you've disembarked your flight from Chennai Airport to Beijing, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Following your MAA to Beijing flight, tuck yourself in at a hotel near PKX. These are some comfortable options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Beijing
Travel to Beijing during the high season if you like a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Chennai Airport to Beijing in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's not as busy.
Before booking a Chennai Airport to Beijing flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Beijing, with temperatures ranging from 21ºC to 35ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -11ºC and 3ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from MAA to Beijing around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Beijing
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Beijing right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Chennai Airport to Beijing:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Beijing itinerary.
Explore more of China
Tianjin is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Beijing. Around 113 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Porcelain house, Haihe River and Italian Style Town.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in China, head for Tai'an, about 418 kilometres south of Beijing. Sanyi Cypress, Xixi Stone Pavilion and Qiuxian Cave are key reasons to visit.
