Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL): what you need to know
Atlanta is ten hours 30 minutes behind Chennai and observes the UTC-5 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your MAA to ATL flight.
During popular months like January, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
If you want to break up your flight, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chennai Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MAA and ATL:
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chennai Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport flight is $552. A return fare is currently $1,224. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from MAA to ATL, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when looking for a flight from Chennai Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MAA to ATL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chennai Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
76% of flights taking off from Chennai Airport make it to their destination on time.
Chennai Airport is around 21 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport usually takes 1 hour.
Taking an early flight from Chennai Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to MAA:
Arriving at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
If you have a late Chennai Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near ATL:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Atlanta and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
When to fly to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL)
The quietest month for a flight from Chennai Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Atlanta based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Chennai Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport for July if you want to go to Atlanta during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MAA to ATL in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -3ºC (27ºF) and 14ºC (57ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Jacksonville is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Atlanta. Around 467 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include St. John's Cathedral, Museum of Contemporary Art Jacksonville and The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens.
If you want to check out another major destination in the United States, head for Charlotte, roughly 370 kilometres north-east of Atlanta. Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, Discovery Place and NASCAR Hall of Fame are key highlights.