Flying from Pune Airport (PNQ) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Pune Airport to Chennai Airport take 1 hour 40 minutes. Chennai and Pune share the same timezone (UTC+5:30), meaning you won't have to change your watch when you land.
Flights from Pune Airport to Chennai Airport start from 01:05 — the first with IndiGo. The last flight of the day is the 23:00 service with IndiGo. Overall, you can take your pick of 341 services every week between PNQ and MAA.
Flying over a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Traveling to Chennai (and then discovering more of India!) is simple with IndiGo. This popular airline offers direct flights from Pune Airport to Chennai Airport.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Pune Airport to Chennai Airport, think about adding a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to find a city that appeals to you. The most popular stopovers on the PNQ - MAA route are:
Ahmedabad Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
For a domestic flight within India, you don't need a passport or visa. However, you'll have to present another form of identity document, such as a driver's license or ID card. As soon as you've booked your cheap ticket from PNQ to MAA, check your ID is up to date before you jet off.
How to find the cheapest flights from Pune Airport (PNQ) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Pune Airport to Chennai Airport is $37. The cheapest price for a return flight is $75. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
To snag cheap tickets from PNQ to MAA, book your journey 8 months ahead of the departure date.
The cheapest month for tickets from Pune Airport to Chennai Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified straight away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's simple to do, and it'll save you the hassle of searching for cheap tickets from PNQ to MAA every day.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Pune Airport to Chennai Airport. Simply enter your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Handy information about Pune Airport (PNQ)
The journey from central Pune to Pune Airport takes about 50 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometers in 27 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Got an early flight from Pune Airport to Chennai Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near PNQ:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
If you have a late flight from Pune Airport to Chennai Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near MAA:
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is approximately 19 kilometers from the center of Chennai. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 47 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 49 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Pune Airport to Chennai Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Chennai in April.
Before locking in your flight from Pune Airport to Chennai Airport, consider the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with the temperature ranging from 28ºC to 37ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from PNQ to MAA in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 28ºC on average.
More about Chennai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Chennai right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from PNQ to MAA:
Every great vacation has to include a little sightseeing. Marina Beach, Fort St. George and Government Museum are essential stops on your Chennai itinerary.
Complete your Chennai trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Chennai Airport — now it's time to find a great place to stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Chennai.
