Travelling from Dusseldorf to Chennai International Airport (MAA): What you need to know
The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Dusseldorf. Chennai International Airport is located in Chennai.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Dusseldorf to MAA.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like September and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf Airport (DUS)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Dusseldorf to MAA with a stopover. To explore your options departing from Dusseldorf Airport (DUS), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between DUS and MAA include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Abu Dhabi Zayed International Airport (AUH)
DUS is around 11 kms (7 miles) from central Dusseldorf. If you're catching a taxi, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 20 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Dusseldorf Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Dusseldorf to Chennai International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Of all flights departing from Dusseldorf Airport, 78% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Dusseldorf Weeze Airport (NRN)
NRN is around 72 kms (45 miles) from central Dusseldorf. It takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Dusseldorf to MAA flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Dusseldorf Weeze Airport:
Dusseldorf Weeze Airport has a solid reputation for punctual service. 81% of flights taking off from here arrive right when they're supposed to.
About Chennai International Airport (MAA)
If you have a late flight from Dusseldorf to Chennai International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near MAA:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Chennai International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and explore beyond Chennai's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around three weeks ahead of your Dusseldorf to Chennai International Airport flight.
Getting from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai International Airport to central Chennai is around 16 kms (10 miles). If you're taking a taxi or renting a car, do some research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary depending on traffic and the time of day.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dusseldorf to Chennai International Airport (MAA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dusseldorf to Chennai International Airport is £235. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £453. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Dusseldorf to MAA. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Dusseldorf to Chennai International Airport tickets across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on plane tickets from Dusseldorf to MAA.
Save money on your flight from Dusseldorf to Chennai International Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Dusseldorf to Chennai International Airport (MAA)
January is the busiest month for flights from Dusseldorf to Chennai International Airport (MAA). Plan your visit to Chennai in September for a quieter experience.
When booking your Dusseldorf to MAA plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with temperatures ranging from 28ºC to 37ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Dusseldorf to Chennai International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 28ºC.
More about Chennai
After booking your flight from Dusseldorf to Chennai International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chennai:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to start. Meenakshi Temple, Marina beach and Wildlife photography tours -Naturographers are popular attractions which should feature on any good Chennai itinerary.
Explore more of India
You've seen Chennai, now it's time to discover other corners of India. Journey about 274 kms (170 miles) west to Bengaluru to check off its leading sights. From Meenakshi Temple to Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Salem is another well-known destination in India and is around 257 kms (160 miles) southwest of Chennai. No trip is complete without a visit to Meenakshi Amman Kovil, ISKCON and Eco Trekking (Starting Point).