Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Glasgow: what you need to know
Chennai Airport is located in Chennai. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, Glasgow is five hours 30 minutes behind Chennai.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your MAA to Glasgow flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from MAA to Glasgow with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
The journey from central Chennai to MAA takes about 50 minutes by 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.
Looking for a hotel near MAA? If you've booked an early flight from Chennai Airport to Glasgow, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights departing from Chennai Airport, 76.04% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Glasgow
₹ 31,116 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Chennai Airport to Glasgow flight. A round-trip ticket right now is ₹ 69,698. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to land cheap flights from MAA to Glasgow if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
If you have flexibility with your travel plans, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for your Chennai Airport to Glasgow ticket.
Locking in a cheap flight from MAA to Glasgow is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know when a cheaper option becomes available.
Save money on your flight from Chennai Airport to Glasgow with the help of our filters. Choose your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) is around 14 kilometres from central Glasgow. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive will take roughly 15 minutes.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Chennai Airport to Glasgow. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GLA instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo to explore Glasgow and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Glasgow International Airport around three weeks in advance of your flight from MAA to Glasgow.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
After your flight from Chennai Airport to Glasgow has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central Glasgow is roughly 48 kilometres from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
The journey will take about 55 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable places to park your luggage (and yourself) near PIK. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your MAA to Glasgow flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or long cab lines. Grab a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car and take your trip in whatever direction you choose. Check out the rates and availability from Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Arnold Clark.
Get the lowest price by securing your ride from PIK two weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a wider range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Glasgow
Travel to Glasgow in high season if you want a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Chennai Airport to Glasgow during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Before booking a Chennai Airport to Glasgow flight ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Glasgow, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC to 20ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from MAA to Glasgow around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Glasgow
Once you've booked your flight from Chennai Airport to Glasgow, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Glasgow:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow Cathedral and Riverside Museum are top attractions which should feature on any good Glasgow itinerary.
Explore more of United Kingdom
You've seen Glasgow, now it's time to explore more of United Kingdom. Journey around 402 kilometres south-east to Birmingham to check off its must-visit sights. From Cadbury World to The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 499 kilometres south of Glasgow, Cardiff is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Cardiff Castle, Bute Park and Cardiff Bay.
