Flying from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Chennai two hours 30 minutes behind George Town.
To ensure you get on your PEN to MAA flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Penang International Airport to Chennai Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between PEN and MAA:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
Rs21,153 is the lowest price for a one-way Penang International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs42,856. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from PEN to MAA if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from Penang International Airport to Chennai Airport.
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Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Penang International Airport to Chennai Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Penang International Airport (PEN)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Penang International Airport, 69.54% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central George Town to Penang International Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near PEN. Whether you have an early flight from Penang International Airport to Chennai Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
Reserve a hotel near MAA if you're on a late Penang International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Chennai Airport rental car and discover Chennai and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Europcar and North Car Hire are top providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Chennai Airport around three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
From Chennai Airport, Chennai is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Penang International Airport to Chennai Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Chennai in April.
Lock in your flight from Penang International Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you'd like to go to Chennai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 28ºC and 37ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PEN to MAA in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of India
Chennai is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of India you'll want to see. About 290 kilometres west of Chennai, a visit to Bengaluru will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in India, consider Coimbatore, about 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple are highlights.