Flying from Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Chennai four hours 30 minutes ahead of Sarajevo.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SJJ to MAA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Sarajevo International Airport to Chennai Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Stopovers between SJJ and MAA include:
Sharjah International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
221 € is currently the best price for a one-way Sarajevo International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. A return flight starts at 537 €. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SJJ to MAA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when searching for a flight from Sarajevo International Airport to Chennai Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from SJJ to MAA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Sarajevo International Airport to Chennai Airport.
Handy information about Sarajevo International Airport (SJJ)
When it comes to Sarajevo International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.19% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Sarajevo International Airport from central Sarajevo, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport will take about 55 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Sarajevo International Airport to Chennai Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to SJJ:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
If you have a late Sarajevo International Airport to Chennai Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near MAA:
Grab a Chennai Airport rental car and explore Chennai and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Europcar and North Car Hire are top outlets to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride from Chennai Airport around three weeks ahead.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Chennai. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.
It takes around 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Sarajevo International Airport to Chennai Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Chennai. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with the temperature ranging between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from Sarajevo International Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SJJ to MAA in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of India
You've done Chennai, now it's time to explore other corners of India. Travel around 290 kilometres west to Bengaluru to check off its must-visit sights. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another favourite stop in India. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.
