Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Singapore: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 4 hours 11 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from Chennai Airport to Singapore.
Chennai Airport is located in Chennai. Based in the UTC+8 timezone, Singapore is 2 hours 30 minutes ahead of Chennai.
The busiest route is from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Changi International Airport (SIN). You can choose from 72 weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MAA to SIN is the 00:35 Scoot service. If you're planning to fly out later on, the last departure is at 23:15 with Singapore Airlines.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from MAA to Singapore. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a popular month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can reserve a direct flight from Chennai Airport to Singapore. Start your trip at MAA and land at Changi International Airport (SIN).
A variety of airlines operate direct flights from Chennai Airport to Singapore. They include:
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even explore another city. When browsing flights from MAA to Singapore, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Tiruchirapalli International Airport (TRZ)
Cochin International Airport (COK)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
You will need an e-visa for Singapore if you have a passport from India and are visiting for tourism purposes. Visa and travel documentation requirements can be subject to change. So before booking your cheap ticket from Chennai Airport to Singapore, check with your airline and the destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
The journey from central Chennai to MAA takes about 49 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 47 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Chennai Airport to Singapore? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to MAA:
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Singapore
$88 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chennai Airport to Singapore. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $173. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MAA to Singapore if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, make the most of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across each month when looking for your ticket from Chennai Airport to Singapore.
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Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Chennai Airport to Singapore, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Airports in Singapore
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Changi International Airport (SIN) to central Singapore is roughly 21 kilometres. It takes about 21 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It'll take around 1 hour to get there using public transport.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Chennai Airport to Singapore, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these accommodation options near SIN:
Seletar Airport (XSP)
The centre of Singapore is about 19 kilometres from Seletar Airport (XSP). As soon as your flight from Chennai Airport to Singapore has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 23 minutes.
You can also travel using public transport, which will take approximately 1 hour and 24 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to XSP. Here are a few options where you can tuck yourself in after your flight from MAA to Singapore:
Best time to go to Singapore
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Chennai Airport to Singapore. August is the busiest month to visit Singapore. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
Book your flight from Chennai Airport to Singapore for May to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 25ºC to 31ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from MAA to Singapore in January when temperatures average between 24ºC and 30ºC.
More about Singapore
Once you've booked your flight from Chennai Airport to Singapore, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Singapore:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Marina Bay Sands, Gardens by the Bay and Universal Studios Singapore are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Singapore itinerary.
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