Travelling from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Chennai ten hours 30 minutes ahead of Birmingham.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BHM to MAA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Chennai Airport flight is $2,109. A round-trip ticket right now is $2,315. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from BHM to MAA, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Chennai Airport.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from BHM to MAA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Chennai Airport.
Handy information about Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport (BHM)
You'll find BHM at 5900 Airport Highway.
80.37% of flights leaving Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from BHM.
To get to Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport from central Birmingham, it takes about 10 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near BHM. Whether you've booked an early flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Chennai Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
If you're coming in on a late Birmingham-Shuttlesworth 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 relaxing not long after at one of these options near MAA:
Go where the road takes you with a Chennai Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and chase adventure across Chennai and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Chennai Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Chennai. Driving there takes about 45 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Chennai Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Chennai. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with the temperature ranging between 28ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap tickets from BHM to MAA around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Chennai has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of India you should also see. About 290 kilometres west of Chennai, a trip to Bengaluru will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in India, consider Coimbatore, roughly 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple are among its highlights.
