Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Taipei: what you need to know
The timezone in Taipei is UTC+8. The city is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Chennai, where Chennai Airport is located.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your MAA to Taipei flight.
If you're jetting off during a bank holiday or another peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling and possibly even explore another city. When browsing for flight tickets from MAA to Taipei, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
The journey from central Chennai to MAA takes around 50 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel close to MAA? If you're catching an early flight from Chennai Airport to Taipei, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Of all flights leaving Chennai Airport, 76.04% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Taipei
RM455 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chennai Airport to Taipei flight. A return ticket right now is RM907. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from MAA to Taipei. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Finding cheap tickets from Chennai Airport to Taipei is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest prices throughout the month and walk away with an epic deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MAA to Taipei by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Find an affordable flight from Chennai Airport to Taipei with the help of our filters. Select your preferred times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) to central Taipei takes around 40 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 48 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to TPE if you have a late flight from Chennai Airport to Taipei. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from 固得租車, IWS rent a car or Chih-hang car hire and experience the lesser-explored corners of Taipei and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport about two weeks ahead of your flight from MAA to Taipei.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Once your flight from Chennai Airport to Taipei has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 20 minutes by car. Central Taipei is roughly 6 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
The journey will take roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Following your MAA to Taipei flight, settle in at a hotel near TSA. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Taipei Songshan Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from 固得租車, Ho Ing or CARPLUS and set off in the blink of an eye.
Snap up a deal by reserving your ride from TSA four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Taipei
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Chennai Airport to Taipei. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel rates are often higher and major attractions can be busy. Go to Taipei in the low season if you want a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Taipei is July, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Chennai Airport to Taipei flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from MAA to Taipei in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
More about Taipei
Once you've booked your flight from Chennai Airport to Taipei, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Taipei:
Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall and Taipei 101 are a couple of major attractions to add to your Taipei travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Ximending Night Market.
Explore more of Taiwan
You've visited Taipei, now it's time to explore more of Taiwan. Travel about 129 kilometres south-west to T'ai-chung-shih to check off its top sights. From Taichung Park to Quanyuan Park and Yongquan Park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in Taiwan, head for Tainan, roughly 257 kilometres south-west of Taipei. Anping Old Street, Anping Fort and Anping Tree House are among its highlights.
