Travelling from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Chennai nine hours 30 minutes ahead of Toronto.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your YYZ to MAA flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
488 € is the best price for a one-way Pearson International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. A return flight starts at 716 €. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from YYZ to MAA, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your flight from Pearson International Airport to Chennai Airport.
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Handy information about Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Of all flights departing from Pearson International Airport, 63.97% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Toronto to Pearson International Airport is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to YYZ? If you're boarding an early flight from Pearson International Airport to Chennai Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Pearson International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and explore beyond Chennai's main sights.
To get the best deal, book your ride from Chennai Airport around three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport to central Chennai has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The quietest month for a flight from Pearson International Airport to Chennai Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Chennai based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Pearson International Airport to Chennai Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with temperatures ranging from 28ºC (82ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from YYZ to MAA around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
You've visited Chennai, now it's time to discover other parts of India. Journey about 290 kilometres west to Bengaluru to check off its top sights. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Coimbatore is another must-experience destination in India and is around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. No journey is complete without visiting Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.