Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Atlanta: what you need to know
The timezone in Atlanta is UTC-4. The city is nine hours 30 minutes behind Chennai, where Chennai Airport is located.
Leave plenty of time to make your MAA to Atlanta flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially unlock a cheaper plane ticket from MAA to Atlanta. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Travelling from central Chennai to MAA takes around 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel near MAA? If you're boarding an early flight from Chennai Airport to Atlanta, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
76.04% of flights departing from Chennai Airport reach their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Atlanta
₹ 41,559 is currently the best price for a one-way Chennai Airport to Atlanta flight. A return flight ticket starts at ₹ 77,521. These fares can change based on availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from MAA to Atlanta. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest tickets from Chennai Airport to Atlanta across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Airports in Atlanta
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL)
The distance from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to central Atlanta is roughly 18 kilometres. It'll take you about 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel close to ATL if you're coming in on a late flight from Chennai Airport to Atlanta. Check in to one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Pick up a Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport rental car and explore Atlanta and beyond with your own wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Europcar are well-known companies you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from MAA to Atlanta.
You'll find ATL at 6000 N Terminal Parkway.
Best time to go to Atlanta
Travel to Atlanta during high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Chennai Airport to Atlanta during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
When booking your Chennai Airport to Atlanta flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Atlanta, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 34ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from MAA to Atlanta in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -3ºC and 14ºC on average.
More about Atlanta
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Atlanta right here. Explore these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Chennai Airport to Atlanta:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Centennial Olympic Park, Georgia Aquarium and Piedmont Park are must-visits when exploring Atlanta.
Explore more of United States
Atlanta has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be discovered. About 467 kilometres south-east of Atlanta, a trip to Jacksonville will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens, The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens and Friendship Fountain.
Charlotte is another must-experience destination in United States and is around 370 kilometres north-east of Atlanta. No trip is complete without visiting NASCAR Hall of Fame, Freedom Park and Carolinas Aviation Museum.
