Travelling from Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport (ATQ) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Amritsar and Chennai share the same timezone, UTC+5:30.
To ensure you get on your ATQ to MAA flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport to Chennai Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between ATQ and MAA:
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport (ATQ) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport to Chennai Airport flight is $136. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $299. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from ATQ to MAA, book early. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport to Chennai Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across every month and score a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ATQ to MAA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Handy information about Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport (ATQ)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport, 66.4% of flights complete their journey on time.
Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Amritsar. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Need a convenient hotel near ATQ? If you're catching an early flight from Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport to Chennai Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
If you have a late Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport to Chennai Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near MAA:
Pick up a Chennai Airport rental car and discover Chennai and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Europcar and North Car Hire are top outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Chennai Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport to the centre of Chennai has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
It takes around 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The quietest month for a flight from Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport to Chennai Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Chennai based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from ATQ to MAA in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored once you've seen Chennai. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
If you're eager to discover another side of India, head for Coimbatore, about 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple are highlights.