Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Hefei Xinqiao Airport (HFE): what you need to know
The timezone in Hefei is UTC+8, which is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Chennai.
For a smooth journey, arrive 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 HFE flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Pick a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Hefei Xinqiao Airport. Hong Kong International Airport is a top stopover on the MAA to HFE route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Hefei Xinqiao Airport (HFE)
₹ 32,455 is currently the best price for a one-way Chennai Airport to Hefei Xinqiao Airport flight. Return flights start from ₹ 59,051. These prices may change based on availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MAA to HFE if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport to Hefei Xinqiao Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
Of the departures from Chennai Airport, 76.04% land on time at their destination.
Central Chennai to Chennai Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
You can expect a trip time of about 50 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Chennai Airport to Hefei Xinqiao Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near MAA:
Arriving at Hefei Xinqiao Airport (HFE)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Chennai Airport to Hefei Xinqiao Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near HFE instead:
Getting from Hefei Xinqiao Airport (HFE) to central Hefei
The street address for HFE is Xinqiao Ave..
Hefei Xinqiao Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from the centre of Hefei. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Hefei Xinqiao Airport (HFE)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Chennai Airport to Hefei Xinqiao Airport. April is the busiest month to head to Hefei. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Chennai Airport to Hefei Xinqiao Airport for July if you'd like to go to Hefei during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 34ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MAA to HFE in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -2ºC and 11ºC on average.
Explore more of China
Shanghai is just one of the many cities in China waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Hefei. Around 402 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include The Bund Sightseeing Avenue, Yu Garden and Shanghai Tower.
Around 306 kilometres south-west of Hefei, Wuhan is another essential stop in China. Experience major highlights starting with Yellow Crane Tower, East Lake and Hubei Provincial Museum.
