Flying from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is ten hours 30 minutes ahead of San Antonio.
Leave plenty of time to catch your SAT to MAA flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
Right now, ₹ 42,957 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way San Antonio International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ₹ 110,514. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from SAT to MAA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from San Antonio International Airport to Chennai Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from SAT to MAA by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from San Antonio International Airport to Chennai Airport.
Handy information about San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
You'll find SAT at 9800 Airport Boulevard.
San Antonio International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 83.17% of flights that take off from SAT arrive at their destination without delay.
To reach San Antonio International Airport from central San Antonio, it takes about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 30 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from San Antonio International Airport to Chennai Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to SAT:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
If you're landing on a late San Antonio International Airport to Chennai Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these options near MAA:
Follow your own route with a Chennai Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and venture far and wide through Chennai and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from Chennai Airport around three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
From Chennai Airport, Chennai is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the most popular month for flights from San Antonio International Airport to Chennai Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Chennai in April.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with temperatures ranging between 28ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from San Antonio International Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SAT to MAA in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of India
You've done Chennai, now it's time to discover other parts of India. Travel about 290 kilometres west to Bengaluru to tick off its top attractions. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Coimbatore is another sought-after destination in India and is around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. No journey is complete without seeing Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.
