Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Canberra Airport (CBR): what you need to know
Canberra's timezone is UTC+11, making Canberra five hours 30 minutes ahead of Chennai.
Give yourself enough time to make your MAA to CBR flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Canberra Airport (CBR)
Right now, $615 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chennai Airport to Canberra Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,219. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MAA to CBR if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Chennai Airport to Canberra Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across every month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
76.04% of flights leaving from Chennai Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To get to Chennai Airport from central Chennai, it takes around 45 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to MAA? If you're boarding an early flight from Chennai Airport to Canberra Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Canberra Airport (CBR)
Reserve a hotel near CBR if you're catching a late Chennai Airport to Canberra Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Canberra Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Sixt or Alamo and experience the lesser-explored corners of Canberra and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Canberra Airport around one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from Canberra Airport (CBR) to central Canberra
Canberra Airport to the centre of Canberra has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Canberra Airport (CBR)
February is the busiest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Canberra Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Canberra in January.
The warmest month in Canberra is January, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from Chennai Airport to Canberra Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
July has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 12ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MAA to CBR around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Canberra, now it's time to discover other parts of Australia. Travel around 241 kilometres north-east to Sydney to tick off its popular sights. From Sydney Opera House to Sydney Harbour Bridge and Bondi Beach, your itinerary will be busy.
Around 467 kilometres south-west of Canberra, Melbourne is another favourite stop in Australia. No visit is complete without checking out Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88.
