Travelling from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Chennai seven hours 30 minutes behind Auckland.
For a stress-free 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 board your AKL to MAA flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Auckland Airport to Chennai Airport. These are the top stopovers between AKL and MAA:
Changi International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
Currently, £282 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Auckland Airport to Chennai Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £664. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from AKL to MAA, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport to Chennai Airport across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Landing cheap flights from AKL to MAA is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Auckland Airport to Chennai Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
Of the flights that depart from Auckland Airport, 69.31% touch down on time at their destination.
Auckland Airport is about 17 miles from central Auckland. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near AKL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Auckland Airport to Chennai Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
Reserve a hotel close to MAA if you're taking a late Auckland Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire to explore Chennai and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Chennai Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport to central Chennai has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 12 miles away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Auckland Airport to Chennai Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Chennai in April.
When booking your flight from Auckland Airport to Chennai Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with temperatures ranging from 28ºC (82ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from AKL to MAA sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Chennai has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of India you should also see. About 180 miles west of Chennai, a trip to Bengaluru will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Around 270 miles south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another favourite stop in India. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.