Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Leh Airport (IXL): what you need to know
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your MAA to IXL flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Pick a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Leh Airport. Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport is a top stopover on the MAA to IXL route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Leh Airport (IXL)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Chennai Airport to Leh Airport flight is ر.ق. 412. A return plane ticket right now is ر.ق. 916. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MAA to IXL if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Chennai Airport to Leh Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
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Select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Chennai Airport to Leh Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
76% of flights that depart Chennai Airport make it to their destination on time.
To reach Chennai Airport from central Chennai, it takes about 35 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Chennai Airport to Leh Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to MAA:
Arriving at Leh Airport (IXL)
If you're coming in on a late Chennai Airport to Leh Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near IXL:
Getting from Leh Airport (IXL) to central Leh
Leh Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from the centre of Leh. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Leh Airport (IXL)
The quietest month for a flight from Chennai Airport to Leh Airport is March, while April is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Leh based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Chennai Airport to Leh Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Leh, with the temperature ranging from -2ºC to 10ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -33ºC and -13ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MAA to IXL sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of India
Leh has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of India waiting to be explored. About 402 kilometres south-west of Leh, a visit to Ludhiana will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Iskcon Ludhiana, Gurdwara Dukh Niwaran Sahib Ludhiana and ISKCON, Sri Sri Radha Gopinath Temple.
Amritsar is another well-known destination in India and is around 370 kilometres south-west of Leh. No journey is complete without visiting Golden Temple, Amritsar Heritage Walk & Golden Temple Tour and Amritsar Tourism.
