Flying from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Beijing: what you need to know
The timezone in Beijing is UTC+8. The city is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Chennai, where Chennai International Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your MAA to Beijing flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time such as November? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from MAA to Beijing with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. The most sought-after stopovers include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Travelling from central Chennai to MAA takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Have an early flight from Chennai International Airport to Beijing? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to MAA:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chennai International Airport, 76% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Beijing
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Chennai International Airport to Beijing flight is $315. The cheapest price for a return flight is $595. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from MAA to Beijing if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
If you have flexibility with your trip dates, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for a Chennai International Airport to Beijing ticket.
Finding a cheap flight from MAA to Beijing is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you when a new discount appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Chennai International Airport to Beijing.
Airports in Beijing
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
The distance from Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) to central Beijing is roughly 27 kilometres. It'll take you around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Look into staying at a hotel close to PEK if you're coming in on a late flight from Chennai International Airport to Beijing. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Increase your likelihood of scoring the best deal by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Beijing Capital International Airport at least a few weeks ahead of your flight from MAA to Beijing is a good move.
PEK is located at Capital Airport Rd.
Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX)
Once your flight from Chennai International Airport to Beijing has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 50 minutes by car. Central Beijing is roughly 48 kilometres from Beijing Daxing International Airport (PKX).
The trip will take about 45 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some comfortable places to drop your things at near PKX. Kick back and get cosy after your MAA to Beijing flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Beijing
August is the most popular month for flights from Chennai International Airport to Beijing. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Beijing in December.
The warmest month in Beijing is June, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your Chennai International Airport to Beijing plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
Look for cheap tickets from MAA to Beijing in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -11ºC (12ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF) on average.
More about Beijing
Start your Beijing trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Chennai International Airport to Beijing, browse our range of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Temple of Heaven, Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square are must-do's during your Beijing adventure.
Explore more of China
Tianjin is just one of the many places in China waiting to be explored after you've seen Beijing. Around 113 kilometres away to the southeast, popular attractions include Haihe River, China Ancient Castle and Tianjin World Financial Centre.
If you want to check out another major destination in China, consider Tai'an, roughly 418 kilometres south of Beijing. Daguan Peak, Tai’an Fantawild Adventure and Taishan West Lake are among the biggest draws.