Travelling from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Stuttgart.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your STR to MAA flight.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Stuttgart Airport to Chennai Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between STR and MAA:
Frankfurt Airport
Dubai Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Stuttgart Airport (STR) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Stuttgart Airport to Chennai Airport flight is £193. A return ticket right now is £365. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from STR to MAA if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Stuttgart Airport to Chennai Airport.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from STR to MAA.
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Handy information about Stuttgart Airport (STR)
77.15% of flights taking off from Stuttgart Airport make it to their destination on time.
Central Stuttgart to Stuttgart Airport is around 10 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to STR? If you've booked an early flight from Stuttgart Airport to Chennai Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
Consider staying in a hotel near MAA if you're on a late Stuttgart Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own pace with a Chennai Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and find adventure across Chennai and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Chennai Airport about three weeks before you set off.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is approximately 12 miles from the centre of Chennai. Driving there takes about 45 minutes.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Stuttgart Airport to Chennai Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Chennai. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Stuttgart Airport to Chennai Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with the temperature ranging from 28ºC (82ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from STR to MAA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Chennai. Around 180 miles away to the west, well-known attractions include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in India, head for Coimbatore, roughly 270 miles south-west of Chennai. Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple are highlights.