Flying from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is three hours 30 minutes ahead of Cairo.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CAI to MAA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cairo Airport to Chennai Airport. These are the top stopovers between CAI and MAA:
Dubai Airport
Mumbai Airport
Sharjah Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
ج.م. 10,650 is the best price for a one-way Cairo Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Return flights start from ج.م. 17,554. These fares can change depending on availability.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from CAI to MAA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Cairo Airport to Chennai Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from CAI to MAA.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Cairo Airport to Chennai Airport.
Handy information about Cairo Airport (CAI)
65% of flights departing from Cairo Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To get to Cairo Airport from central Cairo, it takes around 45 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport usually takes 1 hour.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near CAI. Whether you have an early flight from Cairo Airport to Chennai Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
Consider staying in a hotel near MAA if you're taking a late Cairo Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Chennai Airport rental car and explore Chennai and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Europcar and North Car Rental are popular providers to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Chennai Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is approximately 21 kilometres from central Chennai. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The quietest month for a flight from Cairo Airport to Chennai Airport is September, while January is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Chennai based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from Cairo Airport to Chennai Airport, think about the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with temperatures ranging from 28ºC to 37ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CAI to MAA in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored after you've seen Chennai. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
If you want to check out another major stop in 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 reasons to visit.
