Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Chennai Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 35 minutes.
Hong Kong is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Chennai and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Flights from MAA to HKG start from 01:30 — the earliest with Cathay Pacific. The latest departure is at 01:50 with Cathay Pacific. Overall, you can choose from seven weekly Chennai Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your MAA to HKG flight.
During popular months such as January, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Getting to Hong Kong (and then exploring more of China!) is easy with Cathay Pacific. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Chennai Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Cathay Pacific on this route.
Cathay Pacific is the most punctual carrier offering MAA to HKG flights, with 75.24% of its services reaching their destination on time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chennai Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between MAA and HKG:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Mumbai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG)
Currently, $172 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chennai Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $395. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Book two months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from MAA to HKG.
July is the cheapest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport. If you need to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Chennai Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
76% of flights leaving from Chennai Airport land at their destination on time.
Chennai Airport is about 21 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Chennai Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near MAA:
Arriving at Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG)
Consider booking a hotel close to HKG if you're taking a late Chennai Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
When to fly to Hong Kong Intl Airport (HKG)
The quietest month for a flight from Chennai Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport is March, while April is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Hong Kong based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When reserving your flight from Chennai Airport to Hong Kong Intl Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Hong Kong, with the temperature ranging from 27ºC (81ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MAA to HKG in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of China
Guangzhou is just one of the many places in China waiting to be discovered once you've seen Hong Kong. Around 129 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include Canton Tower, Baiyun Mountain and Yuyuan Garden.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in China, consider Shenzhen, roughly 27 kilometres north-west of Hong Kong. Huangshan Mountain, The Great Wall and Mogao Grottoes are the start of reasons to visit.



