Flying from Seoul to Chennai Airport (MAA): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your journey from in Seoul. Explore your options leaving from Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP) when planning your flight from Seoul to Chennai Airport (MAA).
Chennai is three hours 30 minutes behind Seoul. Chennai Airport is located in Chennai, which operates on the UTC+5:30 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Seoul to MAA, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Longer lines at check-in and security are likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow a little extra breathing room. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from Seoul to MAA that include a stopover. To explore your options departing from Incheon International Airport (ICN), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between ICN and MAA include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The distance from central Seoul to ICN is about 48 kilometres. Use Google Maps for the fastest route, whether you prefer to drive or use public transport.
Want a relaxed start to your break? Stay near Incheon International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Seoul to Chennai Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels offer the perfect solution:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Incheon International Airport, 54.5% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
From central Seoul, GMP is roughly 16 kilometres away. When planning how to get there, find out whether public transport is an option or if it's better to drive.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Seoul to MAA flight? Relax in a hotel near Gimpo International Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
75.94% of flights out of Gimpo International Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Chennai Airport (MAA)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Seoul to Chennai Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near MAA:
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Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Seoul to Chennai Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport to central Chennai is roughly 16 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic and the time of day.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seoul to Chennai Airport (MAA)
Currently, ر.ق. 515 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seoul to Chennai Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 1,056. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Seoul to MAA if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your Seoul to Chennai Airport ticket.
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Save on your flight from Seoul to Chennai Airport by using the search filters. Choose your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Seoul to Chennai Airport (MAA)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to go to Chennai. July is when most people book flights from Seoul to Chennai Airport (MAA), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
Before locking in your Seoul to MAA flight ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with temperatures ranging from 28ºC to 37ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 21ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Seoul to Chennai Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Chennai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Chennai right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Seoul to Chennai Airport:
Every great holiday has to include some sightseeing. Meenakshi Temple, Marina beach and Wildlife photography tours -Naturographers are attractions you won't want to skip in Chennai.
Explore more of India
You've seen Chennai, now it's time to explore more of India. Journey about 274 kilometres west to Bengaluru to tick off its popular sights. From Meenakshi Temple to Museum of Art & Photography and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in India, consider Salem, roughly 257 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Meenakshi Amman Kovil, ISKCON and Eco Trekking (Starting Point) are among the biggest draws.
