Travelling from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Tokyo is three hours 30 minutes ahead of Chennai, where Chennai International Airport is located. Tokyo observes the UTC+9 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your MAA to Tokyo flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month such as November? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from MAA to Tokyo with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International (DEL)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Located around 16 kilometres from central Chennai, MAA can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour.
Looking for a hotel near MAA? If you're catching an early flight from Chennai International Airport to Tokyo, these accommodation options set you up for a seamless send-off:
Of the departures from Chennai International Airport, 76% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Tokyo
The best price we've found for a one-way Chennai International Airport to Tokyo flight is RM831. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM1,644. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from MAA to Tokyo if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when looking for your Chennai International Airport to Tokyo ticket.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MAA to Tokyo by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Chennai International Airport to Tokyo.
Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) to central Tokyo takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 19 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Chennai International Airport to Tokyo, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near HND:
Reserving your ride from Tokyo Haneda International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from MAA to Tokyo can help you get the best possible rate.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Central Tokyo is around 56 kilometres from Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT). Once your flight from Chennai International Airport to Tokyo has landed and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 1 hour 5 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour on public transport.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near NRT. Kick back and get cosy after your MAA to Tokyo flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Call dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from NRT four weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a wider range of vehicles.
Tokyo Narita International Airport can be found at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Chennai International Airport to Tokyo. March is the most popular month to travel to Tokyo. If you like a quieter atmosphere, go in December.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Chennai International Airport to Tokyo plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from MAA to Tokyo in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Chennai International Airport to Tokyo, check out our selection of hotels including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Sensho-ji, Tokyo Skytree and Ginza Central Street are essential stops on your Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
You've done Tokyo, now it's time to discover more of Japan. Journey around 402 kilometres west to Osaka to check off its leading sights. From Dotonbori to Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Nagoya is another must-experience destination in Japan and is around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. No trip is complete without experiencing Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.