Flying from Minneapolis to Chennai International Airport (MAA): What you need to know
Chennai is 11 hours 30 minutes ahead of Minneapolis. Chennai International Airport is located in Chennai, which runs on the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Minneapolis to MAA.
If you're flying during a popular month like March, be at the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Expect lines to be longer during peak periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.
Airports in Minneapolis
Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
Stopovers offer a great opportunity to explore a new place or just have a break during your trip. When looking for a cheap flight from Minneapolis to MAA, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to browse all potential stops. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is an option when departing from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP).
Travelling from central Minneapolis to MSP takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 18 kms (11 miles) in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Minneapolis to Chennai International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these stays near Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport, 77% land on schedule at their destination.
The address for MSP is 6040 28th Avenue South.
About Chennai International Airport (MAA)
Book a hotel near MAA if you're catching a late flight from Minneapolis to Chennai International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and call it a night faster:
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Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Minneapolis to Chennai International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
Getting from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Central Chennai is about 16 kms (10 miles) from Chennai International Airport. Journey times by car hire or taxi will vary depending on traffic conditions, so do a little research ahead of time.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Minneapolis to Chennai International Airport (MAA)
£415 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Minneapolis to Chennai International Airport. A return flight starts from £789. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Minneapolis 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.
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The best time to fly from Minneapolis to Chennai International Airport (MAA)
January is the busiest month for flights from Minneapolis to Chennai International Airport (MAA). Plan your visit to Chennai in September if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Lock in a Minneapolis to MAA plane ticket departing in May if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Chennai to range from 28ºC to 37ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Minneapolis to Chennai International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 28ºC.
More about Chennai
Once you've booked your flight from Minneapolis to Chennai International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chennai:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Meenakshi Temple, Marina beach and Wildlife photography tours -Naturographers are top sights which should feature on every Chennai itinerary.
Explore more of India
Chennai has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of India waiting to be discovered. About 274 kms (170 miles) west of Chennai, a visit to Bengaluru will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
If you're looking to explore another corner of India, head for Salem, roughly 257 kms (160 miles) southwest of Chennai. Meenakshi Amman Kovil, ISKCON and Eco Trekking (Starting Point) are among the biggest draws.
