Travelling from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Baku and follows 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. Get to the airport on time to catch your GYD to MAA flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during 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.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Chennai Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between GYD and MAA:
Dubai Airport
Sharjah International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Chennai Airport flight is RM566. A round-trip fare right now is RM2,163. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from GYD to MAA if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Chennai Airport.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Chennai Airport.
Handy information about Heydar Aliyev International Airport (GYD)
Heydar Aliyev International Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 83.46% of flights that take off from GYD reach their destination without delay.
Heydar Aliyev International Airport is about 21 kilometres from central Baku. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Chennai Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near GYD:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
Consider booking a hotel near MAA if you're catching a late Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Chennai Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and chase adventure across Chennai and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Chennai Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Chennai. Driving there takes about 45 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The quietest month for a flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Chennai Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Chennai based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Heydar Aliyev International Airport to Chennai Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with temperatures ranging from 28ºC (82ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from GYD to MAA in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
Chennai is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of India you'll want to see. Around 290 kilometres west of Chennai, a trip to Bengaluru will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another favourite stop in India. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.
