Flying from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Dublin and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your DUB to MAA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dublin Airport to Chennai Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between DUB and MAA:
Frankfurt Airport
Abu Dhabi International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
Right now, $359 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Dublin Airport to Chennai Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $835. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from DUB to MAA, book early. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Dublin Airport to Chennai Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across each month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Dublin Airport (DUB)
72.87% of flights departing from Dublin Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach Dublin Airport from central Dublin, it takes about 30 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 2 hours 10 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel close to DUB? If you're boarding an early flight from Dublin Airport to Chennai Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
Consider booking a hotel close to MAA if you have a late Dublin Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire to explore Chennai and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Chennai Airport around three weeks ahead 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.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Dublin Airport to Chennai Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Chennai. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Dublin Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you want to explore Chennai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DUB to MAA in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be explored after you've experienced Chennai. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Coimbatore is another favourite destination in India and is around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. No journey is complete without experiencing Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.