Travelling from Taipei to Chennai International Airport (MAA): What you need to know
The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is two hours 30 minutes behind Taipei. Chennai International Airport is located in Chennai.
To ensure you catch your flight from Taipei to MAA, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like February. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
TPE is about 40 kilometres from central Taipei. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Taipei to Chennai International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these stays near Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport:
73% of flights that depart Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
TSA is around 6 kilometres from central Taipei. It takes 15 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 25 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Taipei Songshan Airport the day before your Taipei to MAA flight:
Taipei Songshan Airport has a track record for punctuality. 92% of flights departing here arrive right on target.
About Chennai International Airport (MAA)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Taipei to Chennai International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near MAA:
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Taipei to Chennai International Airport flight.
Getting from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai International Airport to the centre of Chennai is around 16 kilometres. If you're taking a taxi or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as smooth as possible. Journey times vary depending on the time of day and traffic conditions.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Chennai International Airport (MAA)
114 € is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Taipei to Chennai International Airport. Return flights start from 241 €. These prices may change based on availability.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Taipei to MAA. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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The best time to fly from Taipei to Chennai International Airport (MAA)
November is the most popular month for flights from Taipei to Chennai International Airport (MAA). Plan your visit to Chennai in January for a quieter experience.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your Taipei to MAA plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Taipei to Chennai International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chennai
Start your Chennai trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Taipei to Chennai International Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:
You'll find plenty of things to do in Chennai when you're in the mood to sightsee. Head straight for Meenakshi Temple followed by Marina beach and Marina Beach.
Explore more of India
Chennai has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of India just waiting to be discovered. About 274 kilometres west of Chennai, a trip to Bengaluru will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
Around 257 kilometres southwest of Chennai, Salem is another essential stop in India. Start your sightseeing at ISKCON, Paravasa Ulagam Water Theme Park and Kailasanathar Temple.