Flying from Kalaburgi Airport (GBI) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Gulbarga.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your GBI to MAA flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kalaburgi Airport (GBI) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kalaburgi Airport to Chennai Airport flight is $85. A return ticket is currently $166. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from GBI to MAA, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Kalaburgi Airport to Chennai Airport.
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Handy information about Kalaburgi Airport (GBI)
To reach Kalaburgi Airport from central Gulbarga, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
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Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
If you're landing on a late Kalaburgi Airport to Chennai Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these hotels near MAA:
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Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Chennai Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
From Chennai Airport, Chennai is approximately 19 kilometers away. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the center driving.
Getting to the center on public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Kalaburgi Airport to Chennai Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Chennai in April.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from Kalaburgi Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GBI to MAA in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Chennai has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of India waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometers west of Chennai, a visit to Bengaluru will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Around 434 kilometers south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another favorite stop in India. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.
