Traveling from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Chennai 30 minutes behind Almaty.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your ALA to MAA flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Almaty Airport to Chennai Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between ALA and MAA:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Almaty Airport (ALA) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Almaty Airport to Chennai Airport flight is $159. A return plane ticket is currently $473. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from ALA to MAA, book in advance. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Almaty Airport to Chennai Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from ALA to MAA.
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Handy information about Almaty Airport (ALA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Almaty Airport, data shows 61.23% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Almaty Airport is about 24 kilometers from central Almaty. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near ALA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Almaty Airport to Chennai Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
Consider booking a hotel near MAA if you have a late Almaty Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab a Chennai Airport rental car and explore Chennai and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Europcar and North Car Rental are popular providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Chennai Airport around three weeks before traveling.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
From Chennai Airport, Chennai is approximately 19 kilometers away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the center by car.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Almaty Airport to Chennai Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Chennai in April.
When reserving your flight from Almaty Airport to Chennai Airport, think about the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with the temperature ranging from 28ºC (82ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from ALA to MAA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
You've visited Chennai, now it's time to explore more of India. Travel about 290 kilometers west to Bengaluru to tick off its top sights. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Coimbatore is another well-known destination in India and is around 434 kilometers south-west of Chennai. No trip is complete without experiencing Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.
