Flying from Tehran to Chennai International Airport (MAA): What you need to know
The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is two hours ahead of Tehran. Chennai International Airport is located in Chennai.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Tehran to MAA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Popular months like October or other busy periods mean longer lines and potential delays. Stay on schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Tehran
Tehran Mehrabad International Airport (THR)
The journey from central Tehran to THR takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometers in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from Tehran to Chennai International Airport? Check out Tehran Grand Hotel. Get some shut-eye here before heading to Tehran Mehrabad International Airport.
Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport (IKA)
Experience more along the way with a stopover on your flight from Tehran to Chennai International Airport. Check out these connections between Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport and MAA:
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Muscat International Airport (MCT)
IKA is about 48 kilometers from central Tehran. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city center. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
The day before your Tehran to MAA flight, why not spend another night away? Kick back at Remis Hotel or Rexan Hotel, which are near Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport.
70% of flights leaving Tehran Imam Khomeini International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Chennai International Airport (MAA)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Tehran to Chennai International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Chennai International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Rental and find adventure across Chennai and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Tehran to Chennai International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai International Airport is about 16 kilometers from central Chennai. How long it takes to get there in a car rental or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
It'll take around 1 hour if you're traveling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tehran to Chennai International Airport (MAA)
Right now, AED 1,228 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tehran to Chennai International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 1,807. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Tehran to MAA, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Tehran to Chennai International Airport tickets across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Tehran to Chennai International Airport (MAA)
January is when most people book flights from Tehran to Chennai International Airport (MAA). Plan your visit to Chennai in September if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
Book a Tehran to MAA plane ticket departing in May if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Chennai to range from 28ºC (82ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
January has temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Tehran to Chennai International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Chennai
Start your Chennai trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Tehran to Chennai International Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
All great vacations should include some sightseeing. Meenakshi Temple, Marina beach and Wildlife photography tours -Naturographers are must-visits when exploring Chennai.
Explore more of India
You've seen Chennai, now it's time to discover other parts of India. Journey around 274 kilometers west to Bengaluru to tick off its popular sights. From Meenakshi Temple to Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 257 kilometers southwest of Chennai, Salem is another essential stop in India. Experience major highlights starting with Meenakshi Amman Kovil, ISKCON and Eco Trekking (Starting Point).
