Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai International Airport (MAA): What you need to know
Kuala Lumpur's main base, Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the options for leaving from here when booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai International Airport (MAA).
The average length of a direct Kuala Lumpur to Chennai International Airport flight is 3 hours 50 minutes.
The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is two hours 30 minutes behind Kuala Lumpur. Chennai International Airport is located in Chennai.
The most popular route is from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Chennai International Airport (MAA), with 33 direct weekly services. If you're looking to take off without delay, the earliest flight from KUL to MAA is the 5:45am IndiGo option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the last departure is at 9:50pm with AirAsia.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Kuala Lumpur to MAA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Popular months like August or other peak seasons mean longer lines and possible delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
You can find a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai International Airport (MAA) departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).
You'll have your pick of carriers that offer direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai International Airport leaving from KUL. Book your journey with one of these:
The airline most travellers choose when flying between KUL and MAA is AirAsia.
IndiGo is the most punctual carrier on this route, with 78.69% of its services landing on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to MAA. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these airports:
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Travelling from central Kuala Lumpur to KUL takes around 40 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 56 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near Kuala Lumpur International Airport:
59% of flights leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
You can get to SZB from the centre of Kuala Lumpur in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Kuala Lumpur to MAA flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time performance of 72%. This figure reflects how often flights that depart from this airport land at their destination on time.
About Chennai International Airport (MAA)
If you have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near MAA:
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle around three weeks before your Kuala Lumpur to Chennai International Airport flight.
Getting from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai International Airport to the centre of Chennai is around 16 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a taxi, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times will vary based on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai International Airport (MAA)
At the moment, RM303 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM609. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Get cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to MAA by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
The best month for picking up cheap Kuala Lumpur to Chennai International Airport tickets is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai International Airport (MAA)
January is the quietest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai International Airport (MAA), while November is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Chennai based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your Kuala Lumpur to MAA plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
January has temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chennai
After booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai International Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chennai:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Meenakshi Temple, Marina beach and Marina Beach are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Chennai itinerary.
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 274 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
Around 257 kilometres southwest of Chennai, Salem is another favourite stop in India. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at ISKCON, Paravasa Ulagam Water Theme Park and Kailasanathar Temple.