Flying from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Singapore: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Chennai International Airport to Singapore is 4 hours 10 minutes.
Singapore is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Chennai, where Chennai International Airport is located. Singapore observes the UTC+8 timezone.
With 53 flights a week between the two airports, Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) is the most popular route. Scoot operates the earliest flight at 00:05. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the latest flight from MAA to SIN is with Scoot at 23:50.
To avoid rushing for your MAA to Singapore flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Traveling over a peak time like November? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct Chennai International Airport to Singapore tickets are available for booking. Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) will be where your journey ends.
You'll have your choice of airlines operating direct flights from Chennai International Airport to Singapore. Get up and away with one of these:
We make it simple to book plane tickets from MAA to Singapore with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Cochin International Airport (COK)
MAA is around 16 kilometers from central Chennai. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour.
Want a relaxed start to your travels? Stay near MAA. Whether you've booked an early flight from Chennai International Airport to Singapore or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
Of all flights leaving Chennai International Airport, 76% land on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Singapore
AED 318 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chennai International Airport to Singapore flight. A round-trip ticket right now is AED 702. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To secure cheap flights from MAA to Singapore, book your trip three months ahead of your departure date.
The best month for picking up cheap Chennai International Airport to Singapore tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
Locking in a cheap flight from MAA to Singapore is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch as soon as a cheaper option becomes available.
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Airports in Singapore
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) is around 19 kilometers from the center of Singapore. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 25 minutes.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chennai International Airport to Singapore. Book one of these accommodation options near SIN instead:
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Singapore Changi Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from MAA to Singapore.
Seletar Airport (XSP)
If you're staying in central Singapore (or just want to explore straight away), the city is around 14 kilometers from Seletar Airport (XSP). Look for any information kiosks to help direct you after hopping off your flight from Chennai International Airport to Singapore.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel near XSP. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your MAA to Singapore flight:
Best time to go to Singapore
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Chennai International Airport to Singapore. February is the busiest month to travel to Singapore. If you like a quieter vibe, go in December.
The warmest month in Singapore is May, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Book your Chennai International Airport to Singapore plane ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.
January sees average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from MAA to Singapore around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Singapore
After booking your flight from Chennai International Airport to Singapore, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Singapore:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Marina Bay Sands Hotel Infinity Pool, Marina Bay Sands and Gardens by the Bay are attractions you won't want to skip in Singapore.