Flying from Belfast to Chennai International Airport (MAA): What you need to know
Chennai is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Belfast. Chennai International Airport is located in Chennai, which follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Your flight from Belfast to MAA won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like June. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Belfast, BFS can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport is roughly 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Belfast to Chennai International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to Belfast International Airport:
68% of flights that depart Belfast International Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
Consider adding a stopover to your journey at London Heathrow Airport (LHR). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Belfast to Chennai International Airport (MAA) out of George Best Belfast City Airport.
BHD is around 5 kilometres from central Belfast. It'll take 15 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 25 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? Think about staying at one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport the day before your Belfast to MAA flight:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 69%.
About Chennai International Airport (MAA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Belfast to Chennai International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:
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To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Belfast to Chennai International Airport flight.
Getting from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Chennai. How long it'll take to get there in a car hire or taxi will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Chennai International Airport (MAA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Chennai International Airport is $884. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,350. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Belfast to MAA if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
Cheap Belfast to Chennai International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to Chennai International Airport (MAA)
January is the busiest month for flights from Belfast to Chennai International Airport (MAA). Visit Chennai in September if you'd rather avoid peak season.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC and 37ºC. Book your Belfast to MAA plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees temperatures of between 21ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Belfast to Chennai International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chennai
After booking your flight from Belfast to Chennai International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Chennai:
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Explore more of India
Chennai has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of India you should also see. About 274 kilometres west of Chennai, a trip to Bengaluru will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
If you're eager to discover another side of India, head for Salem, roughly 257 kilometres southwest of Chennai. Meenakshi Amman Kovil, ISKCON and Eco Trekking (Starting Point) are highlights.