Travelling from Ottawa to Chennai International Airport (MAA): What you need to know
Chennai International Airport is located in Chennai. The city follows the UTC+5:30 timezone and is ten hours 30 minutes ahead of Ottawa.
Your flight from Ottawa to MAA won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
Located around 14 kilometres from central Ottawa, YOW can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Ottawa to Chennai International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
When it comes to Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 58% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
YOW is located at 50 Airport Road.
About Chennai International Airport (MAA)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Ottawa to Chennai International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near MAA:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Chennai International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire to explore Chennai and beyond.
Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Ottawa to Chennai International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai International Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from central Chennai. How long it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or taxi depends on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Chennai International Airport (MAA)
Right now, $1,221 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Chennai International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,992. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Ottawa to MAA. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Ottawa to Chennai International Airport tickets across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Chennai International Airport (MAA)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Ottawa to Chennai International Airport (MAA). January is the busiest month to travel to Chennai. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, head there in September.
Lock in a Ottawa to MAA plane ticket departing in May if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Chennai to range from 28ºC (82ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Chennai International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chennai
After booking your flight from Ottawa to Chennai International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chennai:
Meenakshi Temple and Marina beach are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Chennai must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Wildlife photography tours -Naturographers.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Chennai. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
Salem is another favourite destination in India and is around 257 kilometres southwest of Chennai. No trip is complete without dropping by Meenakshi Amman Kovil, ISKCON and Eco Trekking (Starting Point).