Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Toronto: what you need to know
Toronto is nine hours 30 minutes behind Chennai, where Chennai Airport is located. Toronto follows the UTC-4 timezone.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your MAA to Toronto flight.
Heading off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book plane tickets from MAA to Toronto with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
MAA is around 16 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to MAA? If you've booked an early flight from Chennai Airport to Toronto, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Of the flights that depart from Chennai Airport, 76.04% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Toronto
366 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chennai Airport to Toronto flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is 714 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from MAA to Toronto if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for a Chennai Airport to Toronto ticket.
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Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
The distance from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to central Toronto is roughly 27 kilometres. It'll take you around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes around 50 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Chennai Airport to Toronto, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near YYZ:
Pick up a Pearson International Airport rental car and discover Toronto and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Green Motion and Thrifty are top providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Pearson International Airport around three weeks before your flight from MAA to Toronto can help you secure the lowest rate.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) is roughly 3 kilometres from central Toronto. Once you've hopped off your flight from Chennai Airport to Toronto, it'll take you around 35 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take about 40 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to call home for the night near YTZ. Settle in and get cosy after your MAA to Toronto flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport rental car and let your trip unfold on your terms. Check out the rates and availability from Hertz, National and Avis.
Don't pay more than you need to. Reserving your ride one week before your arrival at YTZ can help you lock in a better rate.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) is around 105 kilometres from the centre of Toronto. It'll take you about 1 hour 15 minutes to get to the city centre in a cab or ride-share once you've stepped off your flight from Chennai Airport to Toronto.
If you go by public transport, the journey will take you about 4 hours 5 minutes.
Check in to a hotel close to YKF and go from landing to lounging in your room in a flash. Whether you're arriving on a late MAA to Toronto flight or just want to keep your travel plans simple, these accommodation options offer a quick route to a good night's sleep:
Put yourself in the driver's seat of the next chapter of your journey with a Region of Waterloo International Airport rental car. Avis, Enterprise and Budget will get you on the road.
If you're looking for a specific make or model, booking early increases your chances of getting exactly what you want. Reserve your ride from YKF a couple of weeks ahead of your flight from Chennai Airport to Toronto.
Best time to go to Toronto
Before locking in your flights from Chennai Airport to Toronto, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Toronto offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Before booking a Chennai Airport to Toronto plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Toronto, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 1ºC (34ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from MAA to Toronto around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Toronto
Once you've booked your flight from Chennai Airport to Toronto, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Toronto:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Royal Ontario Museum, CN Tower and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District are top attractions which should be on any good Toronto itinerary.
Explore more of Canada
You've seen Toronto, now it's time to explore other parts of Canada. Travel about 499 kilometres north-east to Montreal to tick off its popular sights. From Mount Royal Park to Montreal Botanical Garden and Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Ottawa is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 354 kilometres north-east of Toronto. No journey is complete without experiencing Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada.