Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Cork Airport (ORK): what you need to know
Cork is five hours 30 minutes behind Chennai and follows the UTC+0 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your MAA to ORK flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to check out another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Cork Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' London Heathrow Airport is a sought-after stop between MAA and ORK.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Cork Airport (ORK)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chennai Airport to Cork Airport flight is Rs113,511. A round-trip plane ticket is currently Rs203,610. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from MAA to ORK, book early. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport to Cork Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Finding cheap flights from MAA to ORK is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Chennai Airport to Cork Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chennai Airport, data shows 76.04% of flights complete their journey on time.
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, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Chennai Airport to Cork Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near MAA:
Arriving at Cork Airport (ORK)
If you're landing on a late Chennai Airport to Cork Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near ORK:
Travel at your own speed with a Cork Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Easirent, Budget or Carhire and see more of Cork and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride from Cork Airport around three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Cork Airport (ORK) to central Cork
From Cork Airport, Cork is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
When to fly to Cork Airport (ORK)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Chennai Airport to Cork Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Cork. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Cork is July, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC and 20ºC. Book your flights from Chennai Airport to Cork Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAA to ORK in January. Temperatures average between 1ºC and 9ºC then.
Explore more of Ireland
Dublin is just one of the many places in Ireland waiting to be explored after you've seen Cork. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Guinness Storehouse, Trinity College Library and Dublin Castle.
Around 209 kilometres north-east of Cork, Tallaght is another favourite stop in Ireland. Start your sightseeing at Church of the Incarnation, Fettercairn, 3 stuffed bears and Johnson & Perrott Fleet.