Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA): what you need to know
Ndola is three hours 30 minutes behind Chennai and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your MAA to NLA flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Choose a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport. Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is a top stopover on the MAA to NLA route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chennai Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport flight is RM1,533. A round-trip ticket right now is RM3,708. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from MAA to NLA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Chennai Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
When it comes to Chennai Airport's on-time performance, 76.04% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Chennai to Chennai Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to MAA? If you're catching an early flight from Chennai Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA)
If you're getting in on a late Chennai Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near NLA:
Start your adventure sooner with a Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar to explore beyond Ndola's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport about one week before your departure date.
Getting from Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA) to central Ndola
Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from the centre of Ndola. The drive time takes about 5 minutes.
When to fly to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport (NLA)
April is the busiest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Ndola in February.
The warmest month in Ndola is October, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF). Lock in your flights from Chennai Airport to Simon Mwansa Kapwepwe International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAA to NLA in July. Temperatures average between 10ºC (50ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Zambia
Lusaka is just one of the many places in Zambia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Ndola. Around 274 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Freedom Statue, Chilenje House and Mwamfushi Safari Lodge - Booking Office.
If you're interested in discovering another great destination in Zambia, consider Kitwe, about 56 kilometres west of Ndola. United Church Of Zambia mukuba congregation, Seventh Day Adventist Church and Sunset Gardens Kitwe (Ndola/Kitwe Rd) are key highlights.
