Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Praslin Island Airport (PRI): what you need to know
Your MAA to PRI flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. 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 Chennai Airport (MAA) to Praslin Island Airport (PRI)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chennai Airport to Praslin Island Airport flight is $633. A round-trip ticket right now is $1,196. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from MAA to PRI. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Chennai Airport to Praslin Island Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from MAA to PRI.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Chennai Airport to Praslin Island Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
Of all flights leaving Chennai Airport, 76.04% arrive on time at their destination.
To get to Chennai Airport from central Chennai, it takes about 45 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes on public transport.
Get your holiday off to a stress-free start by staying near MAA. Whether you have an early flight from Chennai Airport to Praslin Island Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Praslin Island Airport (PRI)
If you're getting in on a late Chennai Airport to Praslin Island Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near PRI:
Pick up a Praslin Island Airport rental car and discover Grand Anse and beyond with your own set of wheels. Capricorn Seychelles, Doffay Car Hire and Localrent are well-known companies to choose from here.
Increase your likelihood of snagging a great price by booking early. Reserving your vehicle from Praslin Island Airport at least a couple of weeks in advance is a smart move.
Getting from Praslin Island Airport (PRI) to central Grand Anse
Praslin Island Airport is roughly 2 kilometres from central Grand Anse. The drive time takes around 5 minutes.
When to fly to Praslin Island Airport (PRI)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Chennai Airport to Praslin Island Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Grand Anse. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
The warmest month in Grand Anse is April, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Chennai Airport to Praslin Island Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from MAA to PRI in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.
Explore more of Seychelles
You've done Grand Anse, now it's time to discover more of Seychelles. Travel around 40 kilometres south-west to Victoria to tick off its top attractions. From Clock Tower to Seychelles National Botanical Gardens and Pierre Poivre Statue, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Seychelles, consider Bel Ombre, roughly 48 kilometres south-west of Grand Anse. Mare Aux Cochons Trail, Bel Ombre Beach at La Scala and Trezor Labuze - Bel Ombre Treasure site are the start of reasons to visit.
