Traveling from Chikkalthana Airport (IXU) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Aurangabad.
Give yourself enough time to make your IXU to MAA flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chikkalthana Airport to Chennai Airport. Here are the top stopovers between IXU and MAA:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chikkalthana Airport (IXU) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chikkalthana Airport to Chennai Airport flight is AED 284. A return fare is currently AED 558. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from IXU to MAA, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Chikkalthana Airport to Chennai Airport across every month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from IXU to MAA by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Chikkalthana Airport to Chennai Airport.
Handy information about Chikkalthana Airport (IXU)
67.18% of flights departing from Chikkalthana Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To get to Chikkalthana Airport from central Aurangabad, it takes about 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 6 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
You can expect a journey time of about 25 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Chikkalthana Airport to Chennai Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to IXU:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
Reserve a hotel near MAA if you have a late Chikkalthana Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Chennai Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Rental and see more of Chennai and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Chennai Airport about three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is roughly 19 kilometers from central Chennai. The drive time takes around 45 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The quietest month for a flight from Chikkalthana Airport to Chennai Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Chennai based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Chikkalthana Airport to Chennai Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with the temperature ranging from 28ºC (82ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IXU to MAA in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Chennai. Around 290 kilometers away to the west, its top attractions include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Around 434 kilometers south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another favorite stop in India. Experience major highlights starting with Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.
