Travelling from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is three hours 30 minutes behind Osaka.
Your KIX to MAA flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak month like June? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kansai International Airport to Chennai Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between KIX and MAA:
Changi International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kansai International Airport (KIX) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Kansai International Airport to Chennai Airport flight is $298. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $614. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from KIX to MAA if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from Kansai International Airport to Chennai Airport.
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Handy information about Kansai International Airport (KIX)
KIX is located at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
67.95% of flights leaving from Kansai International Airport reach their destination on time.
Kansai International Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Osaka. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near KIX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Kansai International Airport to Chennai Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
Book a hotel near MAA if you're catching a late Kansai International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and explore beyond Chennai's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Chennai Airport about three weeks ahead of your trip.
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.
Getting there on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Kansai International Airport to Chennai Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Chennai in April.
Lock in your flight from Kansai International Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you want to explore Chennai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from KIX to MAA around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of India
Chennai has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of India you'll want to see. Around 290 kilometres west of Chennai, a visit to Bengaluru will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Coimbatore is another standout destination in India and is around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. No journey is complete without a visit to Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.