Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD): what you need to know
Washington DC is nine hours 30 minutes behind Chennai and is in the UTC-4 timezone.
To ensure you catch your MAA to IAD flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you want to break up your flight, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chennai Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MAA and IAD:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chennai Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight is Rs114,880. A return ticket is currently Rs211,033. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MAA to IAD if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Chennai Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chennai Airport, 76.04% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach Chennai Airport from central Chennai, it takes around 45 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near MAA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chennai Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Chennai Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IAD instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and experience the lesser-explored corners of Washington DC and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Washington Dulles International Airport about one week before your trip.
Getting from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to central Washington DC
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport is approximately 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. The drive time takes around 50 minutes.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 3 hours 25 minutes.
When to fly to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
The quietest month for a flight from Chennai Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport is January, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Washington DC based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Chennai Airport to Washington Dulles International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from MAA to IAD in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC on average.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
If you're ready to explore another side of United States, consider Philadelphia, roughly 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are among its highlights.