Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Abha Regional Airport (AHB): what you need to know
Abha's timezone is UTC+3, making Abha two hours 30 minutes behind Chennai.
Leave plenty of time to make your MAA to AHB flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chennai Airport to Abha Regional Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between MAA and AHB:
Dubai Airport
Sharjah International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Abha Regional Airport (AHB)
At the moment, 182 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chennai Airport to Abha Regional Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 531 €. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MAA to AHB if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from Chennai Airport to Abha Regional Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from MAA to AHB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Chennai Airport to Abha Regional Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
Of all flights leaving Chennai Airport, 76.04% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Chennai Airport from central Chennai, it'll take about 45 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near MAA. Whether you've booked an early flight from Chennai Airport to Abha Regional Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Abha Regional Airport (AHB)
Reserve a hotel close to AHB if you're on a late Chennai Airport to Abha Regional Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up an Abha Regional Airport rental car and discover Abha and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Final Rentals and Key Car Hire are top providers you can book with here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Abha Regional Airport around one week ahead.
Getting from Abha Regional Airport (AHB) to central Abha
Abha Regional Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from the centre of Abha. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Abha Regional Airport (AHB)
The quietest month for a flight from Chennai Airport to Abha Regional Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Abha based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Abha is June, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Chennai Airport to Abha Regional Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from MAA to AHB in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF) on average.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Mecca is just one of the many cities in Saudi Arabia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Abha. Around 451 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including View point, Pelontaran Jumrah Mina and Al Arak Park.
Any trip through Saudi Arabia wouldn't be complete without a stop in Khamis Mushait. حديقة روضان السليل is just one of the highlights in this destination, which is roughly 56 kilometres north-east of Abha.
