Traveling from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Lagos and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to make your LOS to MAA flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as June? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Chennai Airport. These are the top stopovers between LOS and MAA:
Hamad International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Chennai Airport flight is $488. A return plane ticket right now is $664. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from LOS to MAA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Chennai Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS)
Of the departures from Murtala Muhammed International Airport, 64.68% land on time at their destination.
Central Lagos to Murtala Muhammed International Airport is approximately 14 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near LOS? If you're catching an early flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Chennai Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
If you're landing on a late Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Chennai Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near MAA:
Hit the road running by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Rental to explore Chennai and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Chennai Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
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 of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The quietest month for a flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Chennai Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Chennai based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Murtala Muhammed International Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you'd like to explore Chennai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LOS to MAA sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Chennai. Around 290 kilometers away to the west, popular attractions include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Coimbatore is another sought-after destination in India and is around 434 kilometers south-west of Chennai. No trip is complete without dropping by Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.
