Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Port Blair Airport (IXZ): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Chennai Airport to Port Blair Airport is 2 hours 10 minutes.
Each week, there are 53 Chennai Airport to Port Blair Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board early, jump on the 04:40 IndiGo flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 13:00 with SpiceJet.
Leave plenty of time to catch your MAA to IXZ flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
A number of airlines operate direct flights from Chennai Airport to Port Blair Airport, so getting to Port Blair (and then seeing more parts of India!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
IndiGo is the top choice for travellers on this route.
Air India is the most punctual carrier that offers MAA to IXZ flights. An exceptional 85.25% of its services on this route arrive as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chennai Airport to Port Blair Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between MAA and IXZ:
Kempegowda International Airport
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Port Blair Airport (IXZ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Chennai Airport to Port Blair Airport flight is 53 €. A return plane ticket right now is 90 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from MAA to IXZ by booking at least five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Port Blair Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from MAA to IXZ.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Chennai Airport to Port Blair Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
76.04% of flights departing from Chennai Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Chennai Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near MAA? If you're boarding an early flight from Chennai Airport to Port Blair Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Port Blair Airport (IXZ)
Consider staying in a hotel near IXZ if you're catching a late Chennai Airport to Port Blair Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Port Blair Airport (IXZ) to central Port Blair
From Port Blair Airport, Port Blair is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Port Blair Airport (IXZ)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Chennai Airport to Port Blair Airport. October is the most popular month to head to Port Blair. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Chennai Airport to Port Blair Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Port Blair, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAA to IXZ in January. Average temperatures are between 24ºC (75ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Get the most out of your India getaway by venturing beyond Port Blair. About 8 kilometres away to the north, Bamboo Flat is another exciting city to put on your to-do list. Tick off some of its popular attractions such as Mankiamma Temple while you're here.
Another worthwhile stop in India, Austinābād is about 3 kilometres north-east of Port Blair. Make time for highlights including Snake Island.