Flying from Toronto to Chennai International Airport (MAA): What you need to know
Chennai is ten hours 30 minutes ahead of Toronto. Chennai International Airport is located in Chennai, which is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Toronto to MAA.
Flying during a popular month like July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
YYZ is about 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 25 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel near Toronto Pearson International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Toronto to Chennai International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Of the departures from Toronto Pearson International Airport, 68% arrive on time at their destination.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
YTZ is about 3 kilometres from central Toronto. It takes 10 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Toronto to MAA flight? Check in to a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
70% of flights departing Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport meet their expected arrival time.
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM)
From central Toronto, YHM is around 72 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to get to the airport by car and 1 hour 50 minutes or so on public transport.
Make catching an early Toronto to Chennai International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Stay at one of these accommodation options near John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport and get to your gate without rushing:
Flights that take off from YHM make it to their destination as scheduled 68% of the time.
About Chennai International Airport (MAA)
Consider booking a hotel close to MAA if you have a late flight from Toronto to Chennai International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Toronto to Chennai International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai International Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from central Chennai. How long it takes to get there in a taxi or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
It'll take around 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Chennai International Airport (MAA)
$1,184 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Chennai International Airport. Return flights start from $1,727. These fares can change depending on demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Toronto to MAA if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Cheap Toronto to Chennai International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Chennai International Airport (MAA)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Toronto to Chennai International Airport (MAA). November is the peak month for travel to Chennai. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, think about going in January.
Before locking in your Toronto to MAA plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with temperatures ranging from 28ºC to 37ºC.
January has temperatures of between 21ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Toronto to Chennai International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Chennai
Start your Chennai trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Toronto to Chennai International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Meenakshi Temple and Marina beach are a couple of major attractions to add to your Chennai itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Marina Beach.
Explore more of India
Chennai will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of India you'll want to see. About 274 kilometres west of Chennai, a trip to Bengaluru will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in India, head for Salem, about 257 kilometres southwest of Chennai. ISKCON, Paravasa Ulagam Water Theme Park and Kailasanathar Temple are among its highlights.