Flying from Rajahmundry Airport (RJA) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Rajahmundry Airport to Chennai Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 20 minutes.
Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Rajahmundry.
Choose from seven weekly Rajahmundry Airport to Chennai Airport flights. The 12:00 departure with IndiGo is the earliest flight available. IndiGo operates the last service of the day at 17:25.
To ensure you get on your RJA to MAA flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as October. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
IndiGo has direct flights from Rajahmundry Airport to Chennai Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Chennai — and maybe even more of India if time allows.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with IndiGo on this route.
IndiGo leads the way as the most punctual carrier for RJA to MAA flights, with 91.67% of its services landing on schedule.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Rajahmundry Airport to Chennai Airport. Many passengers pass through Bengaluru Airport when flying between RJA and MAA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rajahmundry Airport (RJA) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
At the moment, $80 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Rajahmundry Airport to Chennai Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $156. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from RJA to MAA if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Rajahmundry Airport to Chennai Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from RJA to MAA.
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Handy information about Rajahmundry Airport (RJA)
80% of flights leaving Rajahmundry Airport arrive at their destination as planned. With its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when flying out of RJA.
To reach Rajahmundry Airport from central Rajahmundry, it takes about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Spending the night in a hotel can take the hassle out of getting to the airport on time. If you're looking for somewhere to stay before your flight from Rajahmundry Airport to Chennai Airport, take a look at KASA Farm Stay. It's a quick drive from RJA.
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
If you have a late Rajahmundry Airport to Chennai Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these options near MAA:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Rental to explore Chennai and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Chennai Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport to the centre of Chennai has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 1 hour.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Rajahmundry Airport to Chennai Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Chennai. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in September.
Book your flight from Rajahmundry Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you'd like to visit Chennai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 28ºC and 37ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from RJA to MAA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC and 28ºC on average.
Explore more of India
You've seen Chennai, now it's time to explore more of India. Travel around 290 kilometres west to Bengaluru to tick off its top attractions. From Meenakshi Temple to Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're eager to discover another corner of India, head for Coimbatore, roughly 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Siruvani Falls and Dam and Sri Ranganathar Temple are key highlights.
