Travelling from Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Chennai two hours 30 minutes ahead of Najaf.
Your NJF to MAA flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Chennai Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between NJF and MAA:
Dubai Airport
Sharjah International Airport
Kuwait International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
Currently, $2,047 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Al-Ashraf International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $873. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from NJF to MAA, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Chennai Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Al-Ashraf International Airport (NJF)
When it comes to Al-Ashraf International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 77.99% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Najaf to Al-Ashraf International Airport is approximately 23 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Need a handy place to stay before your flight from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Chennai Airport? Royal Eagle Hotel and Granada Hotel are near NJF. They're a particularly great option if you have an early flight out.
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
Reserve a hotel near MAA if you have a late Al-Ashraf International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Chennai Airport rental car and discover Chennai and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Europcar and North Car Hire are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride from Chennai Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
From Chennai Airport, Chennai is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Chennai Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Chennai in April.
Lock in your flight from Al-Ashraf International Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you want to explore Chennai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 28ºC and 37ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from NJF to MAA in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Chennai. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
If you want to check out another side of India, head for Coimbatore, roughly 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple are among its highlights.
