Flying from Dehra Dun Airport (DED) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Dehradun and Chennai are both in the UTC+5:30 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
To ensure you get on your DED to MAA flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dehra Dun Airport to Chennai Airport. Here are the top stopovers between DED and MAA:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dehra Dun Airport (DED) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
At the moment, 61 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Dehra Dun Airport to Chennai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 123 €. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from DED to MAA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when looking for your flight from Dehra Dun Airport to Chennai Airport.
Picking up cheap flights from DED to MAA couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as fares go down.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dehra Dun Airport to Chennai Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Dehra Dun Airport (DED)
Of the flights that depart from Dehra Dun Airport, 76.04% land on time at their destination.
Dehra Dun Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Dehradun. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 2 hours 15 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near DED. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Dehra Dun Airport to Chennai Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Dehra Dun Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:
Follow your own route with a Chennai Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and venture far and wide through Chennai and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Chennai Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport to the centre of Chennai has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Dehra Dun Airport to Chennai Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Chennai in April.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from Dehra Dun Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DED to MAA in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Chennai. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another essential stop in India. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.
