Travelling from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai is 11 hours 30 minutes ahead of San Jose and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Your SJO to MAA flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
₹ 57,188 is the lowest price for a one-way Juan Santamaria International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Return flights start from ₹ 108,374. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from SJO to MAA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Chennai Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from SJO to MAA.
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Handy information about Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)
79.83% of flights that depart Juan Santamaria International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Juan Santamaria International Airport is around 18 kilometres from central San Jose. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of around 2 hours 20 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near SJO. Whether you've booked an early flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Chennai Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
If you're landing on a late Juan Santamaria International Airport to Chennai Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near MAA:
Travel at your own speed with a Chennai Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and see more of Chennai and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Chennai Airport about three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport to central Chennai has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The quietest month for a flight from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Chennai Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Chennai based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with the temperature ranging between 28ºC and 37ºC. Book your flights from Juan Santamaria International Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap tickets from SJO to MAA sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Chennai. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, well-known attractions include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Coimbatore is another must-experience destination in India and is around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. No trip is complete without a visit to Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.
