Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
Vancouver is 12 hours 30 minutes behind Chennai and is in the UTC-7 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MAA to YVR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chennai Airport to Vancouver International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between MAA and YVR:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Currently, Rs143,476 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chennai Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs286,075. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from MAA to YVR. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport to Vancouver International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Chennai Airport to Vancouver International Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
76.04% of flights leaving from Chennai Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Chennai Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near MAA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Chennai Airport to Vancouver International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Consider booking a hotel near YVR if you have a late Chennai Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Vancouver International Airport rental car and explore Vancouver and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are top providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport around one week before your departure date.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Vancouver. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
It takes around 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
August is the busiest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Vancouver International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Vancouver in May.
When reserving your flight from Chennai Airport to Vancouver International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Vancouver, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 24ºC.
December has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MAA to YVR sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
You've visited Vancouver, now it's time to discover other corners of Canada. Travel about 32 kilometres south-east to Surrey to check off its leading attractions. From Senator Reid Park to Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Victoria is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. No trip is complete without experiencing Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.