Flying from Taipei to Chennai Airport (MAA): What you need to know
Taipei is home to two main airports where you can start your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Taipei to Chennai Airport (MAA) heading out from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) or Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA).
The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is two hours 30 minutes behind Taipei. Chennai Airport is located in Chennai.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to board your flight from Taipei to MAA.
Longer lines at security and check-in are likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
TPE is around 48 kms (30 miles) from central Taipei. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 40 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Taipei to Chennai Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport:
When it comes to Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.72% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Taipei to TSA in about 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 6 kms (4 miles) away, and getting there by car will take approximately 20 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these accommodation options near Taipei Songshan Airport the day before your Taipei to MAA flight:
Taipei Songshan Airport has a strong track record for reliability and timeliness. 91.15% of flights leaving here land when expected.
About Chennai Airport (MAA)
Have a late flight from Taipei to Chennai Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near MAA and give yourself a well-earned lights-out:
Travel at your own speed with a Chennai Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and discover more of Chennai and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Taipei to Chennai Airport flight.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
The centre of Chennai is about 10 miles from Chennai Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
It'll take around 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Taipei to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Taipei to Chennai Airport is £87. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £181. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from Taipei to MAA, book early. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when searching for your Taipei to Chennai Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Taipei to Chennai Airport (MAA)
Think about your travel style when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to go to Chennai. July is when most people book flights from Taipei to Chennai Airport (MAA), which may be ideal if you're after more excitement.
Book a Taipei to MAA plane ticket departing in May if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Chennai to range from 28ºC (82ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Taipei to Chennai Airport in January when temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Chennai
Once you've booked your flight from Taipei to Chennai Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Chennai:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be difficult to know where to start. Meenakshi Temple, Marina beach and Wildlife photography tours -Naturographers are leading attractions which should feature on every Chennai itinerary.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Chennai. Around 274 kms (170 miles) away to the west, popular attractions include Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
Around 257 kms (160 miles) south-west of Chennai, Salem is another essential stop in India. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Meenakshi Amman Kovil, ISKCON and Eco Trekking (Starting Point).