Travelling from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Chennai five hours 30 minutes ahead of Dublin.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DUB 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 lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dublin Airport to Chennai Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between DUB and MAA:
London Heathrow Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Zayed International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
At the moment, $511 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Dublin Airport to Chennai Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $976. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from DUB to MAA, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from Dublin Airport to Chennai Airport.
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Handy information about Dublin Airport (DUB)
77% of flights that take off from Dublin Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Dublin to Dublin Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Dublin Airport to Chennai Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to DUB:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
If you're getting in on a late Dublin Airport to Chennai Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near MAA:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Rental and explore beyond Chennai's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Chennai Airport around three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from central Chennai. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
January is the busiest month for flights from Dublin Airport to Chennai Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Chennai in September.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your flights from Dublin Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from DUB to MAA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC and 28ºC on average.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered after you've seen Chennai. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
Around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another essential stop in India. Start your sightseeing at Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Siruvani Falls and Dam and Sri Ranganathar Temple.