Travelling from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Philadelphia: what you need to know
Philadelphia is ten hours 30 minutes behind Chennai, where Chennai International Airport is located. Philadelphia runs on the UTC-5 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably board your MAA to Philadelphia flight.
During popular months such as November, it's wise to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When searching for plane tickets from MAA to Philadelphia, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Popular options include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
The journey from central Chennai to MAA takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
In search of a hotel near MAA? If you're catching an early flight from Chennai International Airport to Philadelphia, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights departing from Chennai International Airport, 76% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Philadelphia
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Chennai International Airport to Philadelphia flight is $700. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,156. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from MAA to Philadelphia. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for a Chennai International Airport to Philadelphia ticket.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MAA to Philadelphia by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with our filters. Then, sort the results for your flight from Chennai International Airport to Philadelphia by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is around 18 kilometres from the centre of Philadelphia. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 20 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chennai International Airport to Philadelphia. Book one of these accommodation options near PHL instead:
Reserving your ride from Philadelphia International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from MAA to Philadelphia can help you get the lowest rate.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
Once your flight from Chennai International Airport to Philadelphia has hit the tarmac, you can get to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Philadelphia is roughly 48 kilometres from Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN).
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 35 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your MAA to Philadelphia flight, unwind at a hotel near TTN. These are some great options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Score the best price by securing your ride from TTN four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
You can find Trenton-Mercer Airport at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
Best time to go to Philadelphia
July is the most popular month for flights from Chennai International Airport to Philadelphia. To steer clear of the crowds, plan your trip to Philadelphia in December.
Book a Chennai International Airport to Philadelphia plane ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 18ºC (64ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MAA to Philadelphia in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -7ºC (19ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
More about Philadelphia
After booking your flight from Chennai International Airport to Philadelphia, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Philadelphia:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are must-visits when exploring Philadelphia.
Explore more of the United States
Philadelphia has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 129 kilometres northeast of Philadelphia, a visit to New York will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Boston is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 434 kilometres northeast of Philadelphia. No trip is complete without dropping by Museum of Fine Arts Boston, Freedom Trail and USS Constitution Museum.
