Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN): what you need to know
Gan Island is 30 minutes behind Chennai and follows the UTC+5 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your MAA to GAN flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you want to visit a different city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Bandaranaike International Airport is a well-known stop between MAA and GAN.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN)
Rs41,300 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Chennai Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs62,105. These prices may change based on availability and demand.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MAA to GAN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when looking for a flight from Chennai Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport.
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Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Chennai Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chennai Airport, data shows 76.04% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Chennai to Chennai Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of about 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near MAA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chennai Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Chennai Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GAN instead:
Getting from Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN) to central Gan Island
Gan/Seenu Airport to central Gan Island has a drive time of about 5 minutes. It's approximately 3 kilometres away.
When to fly to Gan/Seenu Airport (GAN)
January is the busiest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Gan Island in April.
The warmest month in Gan Island is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Chennai Airport to Gan/Seenu Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAA to GAN in January. Temperatures average between 25ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of Maldives
You've done Gan Island, now it's time to discover other corners of Maldives. Journey around 13 kilometres north-west to Hithadhoo to tick off its leading attractions. From Eidigali Kilhi to Masjid Ah Thaqwa and City Square, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Time for another stop? Make your way to Mahibadhoo. It's about 499 kilometres north of Gan Island and is home to highlights including Guest beach and Omadhoo.