Flying from Haneda Airport (HND) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Chennai three hours 30 minutes behind Tokyo.
Leave enough time to make your HND to MAA flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as April? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Haneda Airport to Chennai Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between HND and MAA:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Changi International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Haneda Airport (HND) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
$321 is the best price for a one-way Haneda Airport to Chennai Airport flight. A return flight starts at $612. These fares can change depending on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from HND to MAA if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Haneda Airport to Chennai Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Haneda Airport (HND)
The address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Of the flights that depart from Haneda Airport, 73.52% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Haneda Airport from central Tokyo, it'll take around 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Haneda Airport to Chennai Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to HND:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Haneda Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and explore beyond Chennai's usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Chennai Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport to central Chennai has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Haneda Airport to Chennai Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Chennai in April.
When reserving your flight from Haneda Airport to Chennai Airport, think about the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with the temperature ranging from 28ºC (82ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HND to MAA in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of India
You've visited Chennai, now it's time to discover other parts 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, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another great destination in India, consider Coimbatore, about 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple are among the biggest draws.