Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai Airport (MAA): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Kuala Lumpur. Check out your options departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) when searching for a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai Airport (MAA).
Around 3 hours 50 minutes is the usual time it takes for a direct Kuala Lumpur to Chennai Airport flight.
Chennai Airport is located in Chennai. The city follows the UTC+5:30 timezone and is two hours 30 minutes behind Kuala Lumpur.
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Chennai Airport (MAA) is the most popular route. There are 33 direct departures a week to pick from. If you prefer to head out later, hop on the last flight with AirAsia at 9:50pm. Opt for the first KUL to MAA departure with IndiGo at 5:45am if getting there sooner works for you.
Your flight from Kuala Lumpur to MAA won't wait if you're running 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.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, you'll want to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international trips will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Enjoy an uninterrupted journey from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). Direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai Airport (MAA) operate from here.
At KUL, you can choose from various airlines that operate direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai Airport, including:
Most passengers choose to fly with AirAsia between KUL and MAA.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate on this route is IndiGo.
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to MAA with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between KUL and MAA include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
KUL is around 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Kuala Lumpur International Airport:
Of all flights departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 58.65% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
On public transport, you can travel from central Kuala Lumpur to SZB in around 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 24 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Kuala Lumpur to MAA flight? Kick back in a hotel near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time performance rate of 67.97%. This figure highlights how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive on time.
About Chennai Airport (MAA)
Have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near MAA and shut your eyes sooner:
Get your adventure underway 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 lowest price, book your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Kuala Lumpur to Chennai Airport flight.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
The centre of Chennai is about 16 kilometres from Chennai Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on time of day and traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai Airport (MAA)
$127 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai Airport. A return flight starts at $267. These prices may change depending on availability.
To score cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to MAA, book your ticket one month ahead of your planned departure.
June is when you're most likely to find a fantastic deal on a Kuala Lumpur to Chennai Airport ticket. If you want to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai Airport (MAA)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to go to Chennai. July is when most people book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai Airport (MAA), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC and 37ºC. Book your Kuala Lumpur to MAA flight ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai Airport in January when temperatures are between 21ºC and 28ºC.
More about Chennai
Start your Chennai trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Chennai Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
Meenakshi Temple and Marina beach are a couple of top attractions to add to your Chennai must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Wildlife photography tours -Naturographers.
Explore more of India
You've done Chennai, now it's time to discover other parts of India. Travel about 274 kilometres west to Bengaluru to tick off its leading sights. From Meenakshi Temple to Museum of Art & Photography and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Salem is another well-known destination in India and is around 257 kilometres south-west of Chennai. No journey is complete without experiencing Meenakshi Amman Kovil, ISKCON and Eco Trekking (Starting Point).