Travelling from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Chennai 17 minutes behind Kathmandu.
Your KTM to MAA flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like September. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Tribhuvan International Airport to Chennai Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between KTM and MAA include:
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Tribhuvan International Airport to Chennai Airport flight is 127 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 233 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from KTM to MAA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Chennai Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from KTM to MAA.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Chennai Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Tribhuvan International Airport is around 5 kilometres from central Kathmandu. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near KTM. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Chennai Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Tribhuvan International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and explore beyond Chennai's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Chennai Airport about three weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Chennai. The drive time takes about 45 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Chennai Airport. For a quieter experience, go to Chennai in April.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from KTM to MAA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
Chennai has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of India you should also see. Around 290 kilometres west of Chennai, a visit to Bengaluru will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another essential stop in India. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.