Travelling from Lilongwe International Airport (LLW) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Chennai three hours 30 minutes ahead of Lilongwe.
To ensure you get on your LLW to MAA flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Pick a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Lilongwe International Airport to Chennai Airport. Addis Ababa Bole International Airport is a top stopover on the LLW to MAA route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lilongwe International Airport (LLW) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Lilongwe International Airport to Chennai Airport flight is $983. A round-trip ticket is currently $1,689. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LLW to MAA if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Lilongwe International Airport to Chennai Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Lilongwe International Airport to Chennai Airport.
Handy information about Lilongwe International Airport (LLW)
Lilongwe International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 82.0% of flights that depart LLW arrive at their destination without delay.
Lilongwe International Airport is about 27 kilometres from central Lilongwe. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
Book a hotel near MAA if you're on a late Lilongwe International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Chennai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and venture far and wide through Chennai and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Chennai Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Chennai. Driving there takes about 45 minutes.
Travelling by public transport takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Lilongwe International Airport to Chennai Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Chennai in April.
Book your flight from Lilongwe International Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you want to explore Chennai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 28ºC and 37ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap tickets from LLW to MAA around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
You've done Chennai, now it's time to discover other corners of India. Travel around 290 kilometres west to Bengaluru to check off its leading attractions. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another essential stop in India. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.