Travelling from Jaipur Airport (JAI) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Jaipur Airport to Chennai Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 40 minutes.
Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Jaipur.
You can choose from 15 weekly Jaipur Airport to Chennai Airport flights.
Your JAI to MAA flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak month like December? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
IndiGo is your ticket to exploring Chennai (and maybe even some other great parts of India!). Browse the direct flights from Jaipur Airport to Chennai Airport offered by this popular airline.
IndiGo is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate for JAI to MAA flights is IndiGo.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Jaipur Airport to Chennai Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between JAI and MAA:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
Mumbai Airport
Bengaluru Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jaipur Airport (JAI) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Jaipur Airport to Chennai Airport flight is 71 €. A round-trip ticket is currently 137 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from JAI to MAA if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
The cheapest month for flights from Jaipur Airport to Chennai Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from JAI to MAA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Jaipur Airport to Chennai Airport.
Handy information about Jaipur Airport (JAI)
67% of flights that depart Jaipur Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To reach Jaipur Airport from central Jaipur, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to JAI? If you've booked an early flight from Jaipur Airport to Chennai Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
Reserve a hotel near MAA if you're taking a late Jaipur Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Rental and explore beyond Chennai's usual tourist stops.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Chennai Airport around three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from central Chennai. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
It takes around 1 hour if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Jaipur Airport to Chennai Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Chennai. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in September.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from Jaipur Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from JAI to MAA in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Chennai is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of India just waiting to be explored. Around 290 kilometres west of Chennai, a visit to Bengaluru will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
Coimbatore is another sought-after destination in India and is around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. No journey is complete without visiting Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Siruvani Falls and Dam and Sri Ranganathar Temple.