Flying from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai Airport.
Colombo and Chennai share the UTC+5:30 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Each week, there are 101 Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as soon as possible, jump on the 00:40 SriLankan Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 18:50 with Air India.
Give yourself enough time to catch your CMB to MAA flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like February. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
There are direct flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai Airport, so getting to Chennai (and then seeing more of India!) is easy. Top airlines that fly nonstop include:
Most passengers choose to fly with IndiGo on this route.
FitsAir is the most punctual carrier operating CMB to MAA flights. A reliable 97.56% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between CMB and MAA:
Coimbatore International Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
Madurai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
At the moment, ج.م. 4,634 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ج.م. 6,640. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get cheap tickets from CMB to MAA, reserve your journey six months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Of the departures from Bandaranaike International Airport, 75.71% land on schedule at their destination.
Bandaranaike International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 1 hour 30 minutes when using public transport.
Taking an early flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels near CMB:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:
Go where the road takes you with a Chennai Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and see more of Chennai and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Chennai Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from central Chennai. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Chennai in April.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with the temperature ranging between 28ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CMB to MAA around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Chennai has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of India waiting to be discovered. About 290 kilometres west of Chennai, a visit to Bengaluru will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
If you want to check out another great destination in India, head for Coimbatore, about 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple are key highlights.
