Travelling from Vienna Airport (VIE) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Chennai four hours 30 minutes ahead of Vienna.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your VIE to MAA flight.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vienna Airport (VIE) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
Right now, $298 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Vienna Airport to Chennai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $583. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from VIE to MAA if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across each month when searching for a flight from Vienna Airport to Chennai Airport.
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Handy information about Vienna Airport (VIE)
Vienna Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from VIE arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To reach Vienna Airport from central Vienna, it'll take around 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of about 15 minutes on public transport.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near VIE. Whether you're catching an early flight from Vienna Airport to Chennai Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
If you're landing on a late Vienna Airport to Chennai Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near MAA:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Rental to explore Chennai and beyond.
Booking your ride from Chennai Airport about three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is roughly 21 kilometres from the centre of Chennai. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Vienna Airport to Chennai Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Chennai. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in September.
Lock in your flight from Vienna Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you want to visit Chennai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from VIE to MAA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
You've visited Chennai, now it's time to discover other corners of India. Travel around 290 kilometres west to Bengaluru to tick off its leading sights. From Meenakshi Temple to Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another essential stop in India. Start your sightseeing at Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Siruvani Falls and Dam and Sri Ranganathar Temple.
