Flying from Hobart International Airport (HBA) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Chennai five hours 30 minutes behind Hobart.
Leave plenty of time to catch your HBA to MAA flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as January? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hobart International Airport (HBA) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
$675 is currently the best price for a one-way Hobart International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. A return flight starts from $1,615. These fares may change depending on demand.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from HBA to MAA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for a flight from Hobart International Airport to Chennai Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from HBA to MAA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Hobart International Airport to Chennai Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Hobart International Airport (HBA)
Of the departures from Hobart International Airport, 59.98% arrive on time at their destination.
Hobart International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Hobart. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near HBA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Hobart International Airport to Chennai Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Hobart International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and explore beyond Chennai's usual tourist stops.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Chennai Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport to central Chennai has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Hobart International Airport to Chennai Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Chennai. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Hobart International Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you want to explore Chennai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 28ºC and 37ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap tickets from HBA to MAA around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Chennai. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
If you're ready to explore another side of India, head for Coimbatore, roughly 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple are highlights.
