Flying from Dusseldorf to Chennai Airport (MAA): What you need to know
Get your holiday planning underway by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Dusseldorf to Chennai Airport (MAA). Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) and Weeze Airport (NRN) are the two main airports in Dusseldorf.
The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Dusseldorf. Chennai Airport is located in Chennai.
Your flight from Dusseldorf to MAA won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. Get there two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing cheap flights from Dusseldorf to MAA leaving from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can stop along the way. Here's where you could connect through:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Dusseldorf, DUS can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Dusseldorf to Chennai Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to Dusseldorf International Airport:
78.28% of flights that depart Dusseldorf International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Weeze Airport (NRN)
NRN is about 80 kilometres from central Dusseldorf. It'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours 20 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Weeze Airport the day before your Dusseldorf to MAA flight:
Weeze Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 80.87% of flights departing here arrive right on target.
About Chennai Airport (MAA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Dusseldorf to Chennai Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:
Grab a Chennai Airport rental car and discover Chennai and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Europcar and North Car Hire are popular outlets you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Dusseldorf to Chennai Airport flight.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport to the centre of Chennai is around 16 kilometres. If you're renting a car or getting a cab, do a little research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times may vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dusseldorf to Chennai Airport (MAA)
At the moment, 192 € is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dusseldorf to Chennai Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 387 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Dusseldorf to MAA, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Dusseldorf to Chennai Airport (MAA)
Think about your travel style when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to visit Chennai. July is when most people book flights from Dusseldorf to Chennai Airport (MAA), which may be perfect if you're after more excitement.
Book a Dusseldorf to MAA plane ticket departing in May if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Chennai to range from 28ºC (82ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Dusseldorf to Chennai Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Chennai
After booking your flight from Dusseldorf to Chennai Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chennai:
Your trip to Chennai won't be complete without checking out the sights. Top attractions that belong on your itinerary include Meenakshi Temple, Marina beach and Wildlife photography tours -Naturographers.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered after you've seen Chennai. Around 274 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
Salem is another sought-after destination in India and is around 257 kilometres south-west of Chennai. No journey is complete without visiting Meenakshi Amman Kovil, ISKCON and Eco Trekking (Starting Point).