Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL): what you need to know
Manila's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Manila two hours 30 minutes ahead of Chennai.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your MAA to MNL flight.
During popular months such as January, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between MAA and MNL include:
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Singapore Changi Airport
Hong Kong Intl Airport
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
When it comes to Chennai Airport's on-time performance, data shows 76% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Chennai Airport from central Chennai, it takes around 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
Need a handy hotel close to MAA? If you're boarding an early flight from Chennai Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
If you're getting in on a late Chennai Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near MNL:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hertz, Thrifty or Europcar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Manila and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport about four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL) to central Manila
Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport to central Manila has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport (MNL)
May is the most popular month for flights from Chennai Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Manila in September.
The warmest month in Manila is May, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Book your flights from Chennai Airport to Manila Ninoy Aquino Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from MAA to MNL in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of the Philippines
You've visited Manila, now it's time to discover other parts of the Philippines. Journey around 8 kilometres north-east to Quezon City to check off its leading attractions. From Botanical Garden & Arboretum to Christ the King and Art in Island, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another major stop in the Philippines, consider Taguig, roughly 13 kilometres south-east of Manila. The Mind Museum, Metropolitan Museum of Manila - BGC and One Bonifacio High Street Park are key highlights.