Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Dortmund Airport (DTM): what you need to know
Dortmund's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Dortmund four hours 30 minutes behind Chennai.
To ensure you get on your MAA to DTM flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Dortmund Airport (DTM)
₹ 36,379 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Chennai Airport to Dortmund Airport flight. A return flight starts from ₹ 105,016. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap tickets from MAA to DTM, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport to Dortmund Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MAA to DTM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Chennai Airport to Dortmund Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
76.04% of flights that depart Chennai Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to Chennai Airport from central Chennai, it takes about 45 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 50 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel near MAA? If you're boarding an early flight from Chennai Airport to Dortmund Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Dortmund Airport (DTM)
Consider staying in a hotel close to DTM if you have a late Chennai Airport to Dortmund Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Dortmund Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Keddy By Europcar, Sixt or Europcar and discover more of Dortmund and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Dortmund Airport about one week in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Dortmund Airport (DTM) to central Dortmund
From Dortmund Airport, Dortmund is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Dortmund Airport (DTM)
The quietest month for a flight from Chennai Airport to Dortmund Airport is January, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Dortmund based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Dortmund is August, with the temperature ranging between 12ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your flights from Chennai Airport to Dortmund Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between -4ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MAA to DTM around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Germany
You've done Dortmund, now it's time to explore other parts of Germany. Journey around 418 kilometres east to Berlin to check off its must-visit sights. From Brandenburg Gate to Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Germany, head for Hamburg, about 290 kilometres north-east of Dortmund. Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg are key highlights.
