Travelling from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai is two hours 30 minutes behind Chengdu and is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your TFU to MAA flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as April? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tianfu International Airport (TFU) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
Currently, Rs55,758 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Tianfu International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs117,681. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from TFU to MAA, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Tianfu International Airport to Chennai Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Handy information about Tianfu International Airport (TFU)
Tianfu International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from TFU make it to their destination as scheduled 86.59% of the time.
To reach Tianfu International Airport from central Chengdu, it'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 72 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near TFU. Whether you're taking an early flight from Tianfu International Airport to Chennai Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
If you're getting in on a late Tianfu International Airport to Chennai Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near MAA:
Travel at your own speed with a Chennai Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and venture far and wide through Chennai and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Chennai Airport about three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
From Chennai Airport, Chennai is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Tianfu International Airport to Chennai Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Chennai in April.
Book your flight from Tianfu International Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you want to explore Chennai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 28ºC and 37ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap tickets from TFU to MAA sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
You've seen Chennai, now it's time to explore more of India. Journey around 290 kilometres west to Bengaluru to tick off its top sights. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in India, head for Coimbatore, roughly 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple are key highlights.
