Travelling from Zurich Airport (ZRH) 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 Zurich.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your ZRH to MAA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
Currently, ج.م. 10,119 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Zurich Airport to Chennai Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ج.م. 23,328. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ZRH to MAA if you book early. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Of all flights leaving Zurich Airport, 69.02% touch down on time at their destination.
Zurich Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Zurich. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Zurich Airport to Chennai Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near ZRH:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
If you're coming in on a late Zurich Airport to Chennai Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near MAA:
Grab a Chennai Airport rental car and explore Chennai and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Europcar and North Car Hire are popular providers to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Chennai Airport around three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
From Chennai Airport, Chennai is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to Chennai Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Chennai. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Zurich Airport to Chennai Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with temperatures ranging from 28ºC to 37ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ZRH to MAA in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered after you've seen Chennai. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Coimbatore is another sought-after destination in India and is around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. No trip is complete without a visit to Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.