Travelling from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Birsa Munda Airport to Chennai Airport is 2 hours 5 minutes.
Ranchi and Chennai are in the UTC+5:30 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Flights from IXR to MAA start at 18:55 — the first with IndiGo. The latest departure is at 19:10 with IndiGo. Overall, there are 13 weekly Birsa Munda Airport to Chennai Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to make your IXR to MAA flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
IndiGo is your ticket to exploring Chennai (and maybe even some other exciting corners of India!). Browse the direct flights from Birsa Munda Airport to Chennai Airport offered by this airline.
Most passengers choose to travel with IndiGo on this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for IXR to MAA flights is IndiGo.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Birsa Munda Airport to Chennai Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between IXR and MAA include:
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Birsa Munda Airport to Chennai Airport flight is $81. A round-trip ticket is currently $155. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To secure cheap tickets from IXR to MAA, book your trip six months ahead of your departure date.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Birsa Munda Airport to Chennai Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from IXR to MAA by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Birsa Munda Airport to Chennai Airport.
Handy information about Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)
When it comes to Birsa Munda Airport's on-time performance, data shows 63.79% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Birsa Munda Airport from central Ranchi, it'll take around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a handy hotel near IXR? If you've booked an early flight from Birsa Munda Airport to Chennai Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Birsa Munda Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and explore beyond Chennai's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Chennai Airport around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
From Chennai Airport, Chennai is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes around 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The quietest month for a flight from Birsa Munda Airport to Chennai Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Chennai based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Book your flights from Birsa Munda Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from IXR to MAA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
You've done Chennai, now it's time to explore other parts of India. Journey around 290 kilometres west to Bengaluru to check off its popular sights. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another essential stop in India. Experience major highlights starting with Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.
