Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know
Amsterdam is four hours 30 minutes behind Chennai and is in the UTC+1 timezone.
Your MAA to AMS flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chennai Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. These are the most popular stopovers between MAA and AMS:
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chennai Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight is ج.م. 9,954. A round-trip ticket is currently ج.م. 22,918. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from MAA to AMS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when looking for a flight from Chennai Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment the price changes on cheap flights from MAA to AMS.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chennai Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
When it comes to Chennai Airport's on-time performance, data shows 76.04% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Chennai to Chennai Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Chennai Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels near MAA:
Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
If you're arriving on a late Chennai Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near AMS:
Get your adventure underway by picking up an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar or Alamo and explore beyond Amsterdam's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your ride from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to the centre of Amsterdam has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
The quietest month for a flight from Chennai Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is January, while June is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Amsterdam based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your flight from Chennai Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Amsterdam, with the temperature ranging from 14ºC to 24ºC.
February has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MAA to AMS sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Netherlands
You've done Amsterdam, now it's time to discover more of Netherlands. Journey about 56 kilometres south-west to Rotterdam to check off its leading attractions. From Markthal to Erasmus Bridge and Euromast Tower, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Netherlands, head for The Hague, roughly 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam. Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies are among the biggest draws.
