Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Travelling during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you prefer a stopover for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Chennai Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. Here are the most popular stopovers between LAX and MAA:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
London Heathrow Airport
Remember, you might need a visa to enter India. Visa requirements can differ and travel documentation requirements change often. Before reserving your cheap ticket from LAX to MAA, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for current information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Chennai Airport is RM1,977. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM3,981. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from LAX to MAA, book as early as possible. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Chennai Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Travelling from central Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport takes about 54 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or hail a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 32 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel near LAX? If you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Chennai Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
Consider booking a hotel near MAA if you have a late flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Chennai Airport. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
From Chennai Airport, Chennai is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 47 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 49 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International 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 laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Chennai Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with the temperature ranging from 28ºC to 37ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from LAX to MAA in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 28ºC on average.
More about Chennai
As soon as you've booked your flights from LAX to MAA, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Chennai. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting city:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Marina Beach, Fort St. George and Government Museum are major attractions which should be on any good Chennai itinerary.
Complete your Chennai trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Chennai Airport, check out the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Chennai trip.