Travelling from Singapore to Chennai Airport (MAA): What you need to know
Singapore is home to a couple of airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Singapore to Chennai Airport (MAA) leaving from Changi International Airport (SIN) or Seletar Airport (XSP).
Expect to be travelling for 4 hours 10 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Singapore to Chennai Airport flight.
Chennai Airport is located in Chennai. The city operates on the UTC+5:30 timezone and is two hours 30 minutes behind Singapore.
With 53 direct flights a week between the two airports, Changi International Airport (SIN) to Chennai Airport (MAA) is the busiest route. IndiGo operates the earliest flight at 4:55am. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight from SIN to MAA is with IndiGo at 10:30pm.
Your flight from Singapore to MAA won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Airports in Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
You can hop on a direct flight from Singapore to Chennai Airport (MAA) out of Changi International Airport (SIN).
Multiple airlines at SIN operate direct flights from Singapore to Chennai Airport. These are some of the go-tos:
The top choice among passengers flying between SIN and MAA is IndiGo.
Among carriers operating on this route, IndiGo has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Singapore to MAA that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from Changi International Airport (SIN), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between SIN and MAA include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Tiruchirapalli International Airport (TRZ)
Located around 21 kilometres from central Singapore, SIN can be reached in about 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour.
Want a relaxed start to your trip? Stay near Changi International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Singapore to Chennai Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
When it comes to Changi International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 68.95% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
With public transport, you can travel from central Singapore to XSP in about 1 hour 25 minutes. The airport is roughly 19 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 25 minutes.
Catching the earliest flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Seletar Airport the day before your Singapore to MAA flight:
About Chennai Airport (MAA)
Reserve a hotel near MAA if you're catching a late flight from Singapore to Chennai Airport. Choose one of these options and be in bed sooner:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and explore beyond Chennai's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride around three weeks before your Singapore to Chennai Airport flight.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Chennai. The time it takes to get there in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
It takes roughly 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Singapore to Chennai Airport (MAA)
At the moment, 76 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Singapore to Chennai Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 134 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before flying. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Singapore to MAA.
The best month for scoring cheap Singapore to Chennai Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal is available on plane tickets from Singapore to MAA.
Find an affordable flight from Singapore to Chennai Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Singapore to Chennai Airport (MAA)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Singapore to Chennai Airport (MAA). July is when most people travel to Chennai. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, think about going in April.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your Singapore to MAA plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Singapore to Chennai Airport in January when temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Chennai
Start your Chennai trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Singapore to Chennai Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
Your Chennai trip wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Attractions worth exploring include Meenakshi Temple, Marina beach and Wildlife photography tours -Naturographers.
Explore more of India
Chennai is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of India you should also see. About 274 kilometres west of Chennai, a trip to Bengaluru will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
Salem is another sought-after destination in India and is around 257 kilometres south-west of Chennai. No trip is complete without experiencing Meenakshi Amman Kovil, ISKCON and Eco Trekking (Starting Point).