Travelling from Philadelphia to Chennai International Airport (MAA): What you need to know
Chennai International Airport is located in Chennai. The city is in the UTC+5:30 timezone and is ten hours 30 minutes ahead of Philadelphia.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Philadelphia to MAA. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a peak month like July, make your way to the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Security lines will be longer during high seasons like Thanksgiving and spring break.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Philadelphia to MAA that include a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between PHL and MAA include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Located around 18 kilometres from central Philadelphia, PHL can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Philadelphia International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Philadelphia to Chennai International Airport, these stays will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
When it comes to Philadelphia International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
TTN is around 48 kilometres from central Philadelphia. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 35 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before your Philadelphia to MAA flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Trenton-Mercer Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Trenton-Mercer Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76%.
The address for TTN is Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Chennai International Airport (MAA)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Philadelphia to Chennai International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near MAA:
To get the lowest price, reserve your ride around three weeks in advance of your Philadelphia to Chennai International Airport flight.
Getting from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Central Chennai is roughly 16 kilometres from Chennai International Airport. Travel times by taxi or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research before your trip.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Chennai International Airport (MAA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Chennai International Airport is RM2,164. For a return flight on this route, the best price is RM3,686. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Philadelphia to MAA if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Affordable Philadelphia to Chennai International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Philadelphia to MAA.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Chennai International Airport (MAA)
Think about the pace you're looking for when planning your trip dates. January is the quietest month to go to Chennai. November is when most people book flights from Philadelphia to Chennai International Airport (MAA), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Before locking in your Philadelphia to MAA plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with temperatures ranging from 28ºC (82ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Philadelphia to Chennai International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Chennai
Start your Chennai trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Philadelphia to Chennai International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Your trip to Chennai should come with a bit of sightseeing. Major attractions that belong on your itinerary include Meenakshi Temple, Marina beach and Marina Beach.
Explore more of India
Chennai is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of India waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres west of Chennai, a trip to Bengaluru will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
Around 257 kilometres southwest of Chennai, Salem is another essential stop in India. Experience major highlights starting with ISKCON, Paravasa Ulagam Water Theme Park and Kailasanathar Temple.
