Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Kanpur Airport (KNU): what you need to know
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MAA to KNU flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chennai Airport to Kanpur Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between MAA and KNU:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Kanpur Airport (KNU)
Rs20,068 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Chennai Airport to Kanpur Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs40,599. These prices may change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from MAA to KNU, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from Chennai Airport to Kanpur Airport.
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Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chennai Airport, data shows 76.04% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Chennai to Chennai Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
You can expect a trip time of around 50 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to MAA? If you've booked an early flight from Chennai Airport to Kanpur Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Kanpur Airport (KNU)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Chennai Airport to Kanpur Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near KNU instead:
Getting from Kanpur Airport (KNU) to central Kanpur
Kanpur Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Kanpur. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Kanpur Airport (KNU)
January is the busiest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Kanpur Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Kanpur in April.
The warmest month in Kanpur is May, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 43ºC. Book your flights from Chennai Airport to Kanpur Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAA to KNU in January. Temperatures average between 9ºC and 25ºC then.
Explore more of India
You've seen Kanpur, now it's time to explore more of India. Travel around 402 kilometres north-west to Delhi to tick off its leading sights. From Naqqar Khana to Sita ram park and JU Park-2, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Jaipur is another must-experience destination in India and is around 451 kilometres west of Kanpur. No journey is complete without seeing Amber Fort, Hawa mahal museum and City Palace.
