Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): what you need to know
Expect to be airborne for around 2 hours 55 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Chennai Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. New Delhi and Chennai have the same timezone (UTC+5:30).
For the earliest departure, hop on the 02:30 flight from Chennai Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. If you want to leave later, the last flight is at 23:05. With 201 flights every week from MAA to DEL, you can pick the one that suits you best.
Travelling during a popular month like July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll find a variety of airlines running direct flights from Chennai Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. When you're ready to kick off your New Delhi holiday and discover this part of India, these leading carriers fly the MAA to DEL route:
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Chennai Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. Here are the popular stopovers between MAA and DEL:
Vijayawada Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
Pune Airport
You don't need your passport or a visa to travel within India. You will need a valid proof of identity though, like a driver's license or ID card. Make sure they're on your packing list once you've booked your cheap ticket from MAA to DEL.
Arriving at Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Chennai Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DEL instead:
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
The journey from central Chennai to Chennai Airport takes approximately 49 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or hail a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 47 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near MAA. Whether you have an early flight from Chennai Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
More about New Delhi
Once you've booked your flights from MAA to DEL, you'll need to find a place to stay in New Delhi. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
India Gate and Gurudwara Bangla Sahib are just the start of the major attractions to add to your New Delhi itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Jantar Mantar.
Getting from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to central New Delhi
Indira Gandhi International Airport to the centre of New Delhi takes about 24 minutes in a car. It's approximately 11 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
It takes roughly 54 minutes to get there by public transport.
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How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chennai Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport is $99. The cheapest price for a return flight is $199. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Book 8 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find flight tickets from MAA to DEL.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from Chennai Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. If you prefer to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you from looking for flight tickets from MAA to DEL every day.
Take advantage of filters to find the perfect journey for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Chennai Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
When to fly to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to New Delhi in April.
When booking your flight from Chennai Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in New Delhi, with the temperature ranging from 26 ºC to 43 ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 8 ºC and 22 ºC. Look for flight tickets from MAA to DEL sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
