Flying from Pune Airport (PNQ) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Pune Airport to Chennai Airport.
Pune and Chennai share the same timezone, UTC+5:30.
Flights from PNQ to MAA start at 01:05 — the earliest with IndiGo. The last service of the day is at 22:50 with IndiGo. In total, you can take your pick of 341 weekly Pune Airport to Chennai Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PNQ to MAA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Getting to Chennai (and then discovering more of India!) is a snap with IndiGo. This popular airline has direct flights from Pune Airport to Chennai Airport.
Most passengers choose to travel with IndiGo on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering PNQ to MAA flights is IndiGo. Its services arrive as scheduled 69.47% of the time.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Pune Airport to Chennai Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between PNQ and MAA include:
Kempegowda International Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Ahmedabad Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Pune Airport (PNQ) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Pune Airport to Chennai Airport flight is ر.ق. 174. A return ticket right now is ر.ق. 302. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from PNQ to MAA by booking at least five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Pune Airport to Chennai Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Save time looking for cheap flights from PNQ to MAA by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Pune Airport to Chennai Airport.
Handy information about Pune Airport (PNQ)
71.91% of flights taking off from Pune Airport touch down at their destination on time.
Central Pune to Pune Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near PNQ. Whether you have an early flight from Pune Airport to Chennai Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
If you're arriving on a late Pune Airport to Chennai Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these options near MAA:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and experience the lesser-explored corners of Chennai and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Chennai Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
From Chennai Airport, Chennai is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Pune Airport to Chennai Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Chennai in April.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with the temperature ranging between 28ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from Pune Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PNQ to MAA in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of India
You've seen Chennai, now it's time to explore other parts of India. Travel around 290 kilometres west to Bengaluru to check off its leading sights. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another corner of India, head for Coimbatore, roughly 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple are key highlights.