Flying from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Around 5 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Chennai Airport.
Chennai is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Port Louis and follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
To ensure you get on your MRU to MAA flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
Air Mauritius is your gateway to exploring Chennai (and perhaps some other exciting corners of India!). Check out the direct flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Chennai Airport offered by this carrier.
Air Mauritius tops the list for bookings on this route.
Among carriers operating MRU to MAA flights, Air Mauritius leads the way for on-time arrivals.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Chennai Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between MRU and MAA include:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Dubai Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Chennai Airport flight is Rs61,266. A return plane ticket right now is Rs122,954. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap tickets from MRU to MAA by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Chennai Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MRU to MAA by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Chennai Airport.
Handy information about Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport, data shows 72.12% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Port Louis to Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 50 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching an early flight from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Chennai Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to MRU:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MAA if you're taking a late Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own pace with a Chennai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and discover more of Chennai and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Chennai Airport around three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport to central Chennai has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Chennai Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Chennai in April.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with the temperature ranging between 28ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MRU to MAA in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of India
You've visited Chennai, now it's time to explore more of India. Travel about 290 kilometres west to Bengaluru to tick off its leading attractions. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another favourite stop in India. Experience major highlights starting with Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.
