Flying from Rajahmundry Airport (RJA) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Rajahmundry Airport to Chennai Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 30 minutes.
Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Rajahmundry.
Every week, there are 52 Rajahmundry Airport to Chennai Airport flights. To get going as early as possible, take the 12:05 IndiGo flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 12:25 with IndiGo.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to board your RJA to MAA flight.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Jetting into Chennai (and then discovering more of India!) is a snap with IndiGo. This popular airline offers direct flights from Rajahmundry Airport to Chennai Airport.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is IndiGo.
Among carriers operating RJA to MAA flights, IndiGo is the most consistent for on-time landings.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Rajahmundry Airport to Chennai Airport. Many travellers pass through Rajiv Gandhi International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rajahmundry Airport (RJA) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
RM154 is the lowest price for a one-way Rajahmundry Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Return flights start at RM274. These prices may change depending on demand.
Score cheap tickets from RJA to MAA by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Rajahmundry Airport to Chennai Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from RJA to MAA.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Rajahmundry Airport to Chennai Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Rajahmundry Airport (RJA)
When it comes to Rajahmundry Airport's on-time performance, 70.47% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Rajahmundry Airport from central Rajahmundry, it takes about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booking a night at a hotel can take the hassle out of reaching the airport on time. If you're looking for a place to stay before your flight from Rajahmundry Airport to Chennai Airport, take a look at Oyo Home 81185 Srinivas Service Home. It's a short drive from RJA.
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
Consider booking a hotel near MAA if you're on a late Rajahmundry Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and explore beyond Chennai's usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Chennai Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Chennai. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The quietest month for a flight from Rajahmundry Airport to Chennai Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Chennai based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Rajahmundry Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you'd like to go to Chennai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from RJA to MAA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
Chennai is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of India just waiting to be discovered. About 290 kilometres west of Chennai, a trip to Bengaluru will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another favourite stop in India. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.
