Flying from Dusseldorf to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Dusseldorf. Explore your options leaving from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS) or Weeze Airport (NRN) when planning your flight from Dusseldorf to Chennai Airport (MAA).
Chennai Airport is located in Chennai. The city operates in the UTC+5:30 timezone and is 4 hours 30 minutes ahead of Dusseldorf.
To ensure you get on your flight from Dusseldorf to MAA, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like June. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS)
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save money on your flight from Dusseldorf to MAA. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Dusseldorf International Airport (DUS). Take a break from travelling at one of these airports:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The distance from central Dusseldorf to DUS is about 10 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the quickest way to get there, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel close to Dusseldorf International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Dusseldorf to Chennai Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Weeze Airport (NRN)
NRN is about 80 kilometres from central Dusseldorf. It'll take 1 hour and 4 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 18 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Dusseldorf to MAA? Relax in a hotel near Weeze Airport before your break officially starts. Stay at one of these accommodation options:
About Chennai Airport (MAA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Dusseldorf to Chennai Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Chennai. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 47 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 49 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dusseldorf to Chennai Airport (MAA)
RM983 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dusseldorf to Chennai Airport. Return flights start from RM2,232. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from Dusseldorf to MAA if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Dusseldorf to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Dusseldorf to Chennai Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Chennai, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
Think about the type of weather that'll suit your plans for Chennai. May is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Dusseldorf to MAA sometime then and you can expect temperatures of between 28ºC and 37ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap flights from Dusseldorf to Chennai Airport sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Chennai
Once you've booked your flight from Dusseldorf to Chennai Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chennai:
One of the best ways to experience Chennai is to explore its most popular sights. Highlights include Marina Beach, Fort St. George and Government Museum.
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