Flying from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai is one hour 30 minutes behind Hanoi and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
To ensure you catch your HAN to MAA flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Noi Bai International Airport to Chennai Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between HAN and MAA include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
At the moment, $113 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Noi Bai International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $241. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's often best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from HAN to MAA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Chennai Airport.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from HAN to MAA.
Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Noi Bai International Airport to Chennai Airport.
Handy information about Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
Of all flights departing from Noi Bai International Airport, 75.32% land on time at their destination.
To reach Noi Bai International Airport from central Hanoi, it takes around 35 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 26 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 55 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to HAN? If you're boarding an early flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Chennai Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
Consider booking a hotel close to MAA if you have a late Noi Bai International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Follow your own route with a Chennai Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Rental and chase adventure across Chennai and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Chennai Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport to central Chennai has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometers away.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Chennai Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Chennai. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Noi Bai International Airport to Chennai Airport, consider the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with temperatures ranging from 28ºC (82ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from HAN to MAA sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of India
Chennai is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of India just waiting to be explored. About 290 kilometers west of Chennai, a trip to Bengaluru will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading sights like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in India, consider Coimbatore, about 434 kilometers south-west of Chennai. Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple are highlights.
