Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Srinagar Airport (SXR): what you need to know
To ensure you catch your MAA to SXR flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as January? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chennai Airport to Srinagar Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MAA and SXR:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
Mumbai Airport
Bengaluru Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Srinagar Airport (SXR)
P6,027 is currently the best price for a one-way Chennai Airport to Srinagar Airport flight. Return flights start at P12,545. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MAA to SXR if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
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Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
Of the departures from Chennai Airport, 76% land on schedule at their destination.
Chennai Airport is around 21 kilometers from central Chennai. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 1 hour when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Chennai Airport to Srinagar Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to MAA:
Arriving at Srinagar Airport (SXR)
If you have a late Chennai Airport to Srinagar Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near SXR:
Getting from Srinagar Airport (SXR) to central Srinagar
Srinagar Airport to central Srinagar has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometers away.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Srinagar Airport (SXR)
The quietest month for a flight from Chennai Airport to Srinagar Airport is March, while June is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Srinagar based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Srinagar is July, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC (55ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Chennai Airport to Srinagar Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between -8ºC (18ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MAA to SXR sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Srinagar has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of India waiting to be explored. Around 370 kilometers south of Srinagar, a trip to Ludhiana will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Iskcon Ludhiana, Gurdwara Dukh Niwaran Sahib Ludhiana and ISKCON, Sri Sri Radha Gopinath Temple.
Amritsar is another must-experience destination in India and is around 274 kilometers south of Srinagar. No journey is complete without experiencing Golden Temple, Amritsar Heritage Walk & Golden Temple Tour and Amritsar Tourism.