Travelling from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai is three hours 30 minutes behind Tokyo and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your NRT to MAA flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Narita International Airport to Chennai Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between NRT and MAA:
Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
£126 is currently the best price for a one-way Narita International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. A return flight starts at £255. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from NRT to MAA if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Narita International Airport to Chennai Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from NRT to MAA by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Narita International Airport to Chennai Airport.
Handy information about Narita International Airport (NRT)
NRT is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
When it comes to Narita International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 70.53% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Tokyo to Narita International Airport is approximately 40 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Taking an early flight from Narita International Airport to Chennai Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to NRT:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Narita International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and experience the lesser-explored corners of Chennai and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Chennai Airport around three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is roughly 12 miles from central Chennai. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Narita International Airport to Chennai Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Chennai in April.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with the temperature ranging between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from Narita International Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from NRT to MAA sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
You've visited Chennai, now it's time to explore more of India. Travel around 180 miles west to Bengaluru to check off its top attractions. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, your itinerary will be busy.
Coimbatore is another well-known destination in India and is around 270 miles south-west of Chennai. No journey is complete without experiencing Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.