Flying from Gwalior Airport (GWL) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Gwalior and Chennai share the same timezone, UTC+5:30.
Leave plenty of time to catch your GWL to MAA flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Opt for a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Gwalior Airport to Chennai Airport. Indira Gandhi International Airport is a top stopover on the GWL to MAA route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gwalior Airport (GWL) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
At the moment, $117 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Gwalior Airport to Chennai Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $217. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from GWL to MAA if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Gwalior Airport to Chennai Airport throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from GWL to MAA.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Gwalior Airport to Chennai Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Gwalior Airport (GWL)
Of all flights leaving Gwalior Airport, 55.37% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Gwalior to Gwalior Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near GWL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Gwalior Airport to Chennai Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Gwalior Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Reserve 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.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Chennai Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
From Chennai Airport, Chennai is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Gwalior Airport to Chennai Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Chennai in April.
Lock in your flight from Gwalior Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you want to go to Chennai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 28ºC and 37ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from GWL to MAA in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Chennai. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Coimbatore is another favourite destination in India and is around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. No journey is complete without experiencing Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.
