Flying from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Jeddah and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your JED to MAA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Chennai Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between JED and MAA:
Hamad International Airport
Cochin International Airport
Sharjah International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way King Abdulaziz International Airport to Chennai Airport flight is $114. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $200. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from JED to MAA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Chennai Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from JED to MAA.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Chennai Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
81.7% of flights departing from King Abdulaziz International Airport reach their destination on time. With its impressive on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from JED.
Central Jeddah to King Abdulaziz International Airport is around 12 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Get your vacation off to a hassle-free start by staying near JED. Whether you're catching an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Chennai Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
If you're coming in on a late King Abdulaziz International Airport to Chennai Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near MAA:
Grab a Chennai Airport rental car and explore Chennai and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Europcar and North Car Rental are popular outlets to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Chennai Airport about three weeks before traveling.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is roughly 12 miles from central Chennai. The drive time takes about 45 minutes.
Getting to the center by public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the most popular month for flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Chennai Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Chennai in April.
Book your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you want to explore Chennai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 82ºF and 99ºF.
Look for cheap tickets from JED to MAA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 70ºF and 82ºF on average.
Explore more of India
Chennai has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of India you'll want to see. About 180 miles west of Chennai, a trip to Bengaluru will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Around 270 miles 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.