Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Sydney Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Sydney is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Chennai and observes the UTC+11 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your MAA to SYD flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chennai Airport to Sydney Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MAA and SYD:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Singapore Changi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Sydney Airport (SYD)
Right now, P12,183 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chennai Airport to Sydney Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is P27,911. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To score cheap tickets from MAA to SYD, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
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Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
76% of flights that leave from Chennai Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach Chennai Airport from central Chennai, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 21 kilometers from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near MAA. Whether you have an early flight from Chennai Airport to Sydney Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Sydney Airport (SYD)
If you're landing on a late Chennai Airport to Sydney Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near SYD:
Explore without limits with a Sydney Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from simba car rental, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and experience more of Sydney and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Sydney Airport about two weeks before travelling.
When to fly to Sydney Airport (SYD)
July is the most popular month for flights from Chennai Airport to Sydney Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Sydney in March.
The warmest month in Sydney is January, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Chennai Airport to Sydney Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAA to SYD in July. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Sydney, now it's time to discover other corners of Australia. Travel about 241 kilometers south-west to Canberra to check off its top sights. From National Gallery of Australia to National Portrait Gallery and Museum of Australian Democracy, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Australia, head for Newcastle, about 121 kilometers north-east of Sydney. Merewether Beach, Nobbys Beach and Newcastle Beach are among the biggest draws.