Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Chikkalthana Airport (IXU): what you need to know
Your MAA to IXU flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Chikkalthana Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between MAA and IXU include:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Chikkalthana Airport (IXU)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chennai Airport to Chikkalthana Airport flight is $94. A return ticket is currently $186. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MAA to IXU, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for a flight from Chennai Airport to Chikkalthana Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MAA to IXU by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Discover the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Chennai Airport to Chikkalthana Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
Of all flights leaving Chennai Airport, 76.04% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Chennai Airport from central Chennai, it takes about 45 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near MAA. Whether you have an early flight from Chennai Airport to Chikkalthana Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Chikkalthana Airport (IXU)
If you're getting in on a late Chennai Airport to Chikkalthana Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near IXU:
Getting from Chikkalthana Airport (IXU) to central Aurangabad
From Chikkalthana Airport, Aurangabad is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It takes around 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Chikkalthana Airport (IXU)
August is the busiest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Chikkalthana Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Aurangabad in April.
The warmest month in Aurangabad is May, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF). Book your flights from Chennai Airport to Chikkalthana Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAA to IXU in January. Average temperatures are between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of India
You've visited Aurangabad, now it's time to explore more of India. Travel about 290 kilometres west to Mumbai to check off its popular sights. From Gateway of India to Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and Marine Drive, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Ahmedabad is another standout destination in India and is around 451 kilometres north-west of Aurangabad. No journey is complete without seeing Sabarmati Ashram / Mahatma Gandhi's Home, Kankaria Lake and Sidi Saiyyed's Mosque.