Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA): what you need to know
Around 10 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Chennai Airport to Frankfurt Airport.
Frankfurt is four hours 30 minutes behind Chennai and observes the UTC+1 timezone.
Every week, there are eight Chennai Airport to Frankfurt Airport flights. To jet off as soon as possible, jump on the 01:40 Lufthansa flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 01:50 with Lufthansa.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your MAA to FRA flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Lufthansa is your gateway to exploring Frankfurt (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Germany!). Browse the direct flights from Chennai Airport to Frankfurt Airport offered by this popular airline.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Lufthansa.
Lufthansa is the most punctual carrier offering MAA to FRA flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chennai Airport to Frankfurt Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between MAA and FRA:
Dubai Airport
Bahrain International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
$339 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Chennai Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight. Return flights start at $932. These prices may change depending on availability.
To score cheap tickets from MAA to FRA, book your trip six months ahead of your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Frankfurt Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Chennai Airport to Frankfurt Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
Of all flights leaving Chennai Airport, 76.04% land on schedule at their destination.
Chennai Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Chennai Airport to Frankfurt Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to MAA:
Arriving at Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Chennai Airport to Frankfurt Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:
Pick up a Frankfurt Airport rental car and discover Frankfurt and beyond with your own set of wheels. Wheego, Alamo and OK Mobility are top providers to choose from here.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to central Frankfurt
From Frankfurt Airport, Frankfurt is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The quietest month for a flight from Chennai Airport to Frankfurt Airport is January, while April is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Frankfurt based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Chennai Airport to Frankfurt Airport for July if you want to visit Frankfurt during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MAA to FRA sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Germany waiting to be explored. About 418 kilometres north-east of Frankfurt, a visit to Berlin will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt, Hamburg is another essential stop in Germany. No visit is complete without checking out Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.