Flying from Toronto to Chennai Airport (MAA): What you need to know
Planning your flight from Toronto to Chennai Airport (MAA) begins with finding the most convenient airport to jet off from. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are the main terminals in Toronto.
Chennai Airport is located in Chennai. The city is in the UTC+5:30 timezone and is nine hours 30 minutes ahead of Toronto.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Toronto to MAA.
During high season, expect longer queues and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
YYZ is about 27 kms (17 miles) from central Toronto. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
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63.97% of flights that leave from Pearson International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
With public transport, you can travel from central Toronto to YTZ in about 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 3 kms (2 miles) away, and getting there by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Toronto to MAA flight? Check in to a hotel near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport has an on-time performance of 62.09%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights that leave from this airport reach their destination on schedule.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
From the centre of Toronto, YKF is around 105 kms (65 miles) away. It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to get there by car and 4 hours 5 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your Toronto to Chennai Airport flight without having to rush. These accommodation options near Region of Waterloo International Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
The on-time performance record of YKF is 63.64%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Chennai Airport (MAA)
Reserve a hotel near MAA if you have a late flight from Toronto to Chennai Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
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Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Central Chennai is roughly 10 miles from Chennai Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on time of day, so do a little research ahead of your trip.
It'll take around 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Chennai Airport is £358. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £731. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Toronto to MAA. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Chennai Airport (MAA)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Toronto to Chennai Airport (MAA). July is when most people travel to Chennai. If crowds aren't your thing, go in April.
Before locking in your Toronto to MAA plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with temperatures ranging from 28ºC (82ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Toronto to Chennai Airport in January when temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Chennai
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Chennai right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Toronto to Chennai Airport:
Your trip to Chennai isn't complete without checking out the sights. Highlights you can't miss include Meenakshi Temple, Marina beach and Wildlife photography tours -Naturographers.
Explore more of India
Chennai is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of India just waiting to be explored. About 274 kms (170 miles) west of Chennai, a visit to Bengaluru will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in India, head for Salem, roughly 257 kms (160 miles) south-west of Chennai. Meenakshi Amman Kovil, ISKCON and Eco Trekking (Starting Point) are key reasons to visit.