Traveling from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai is two hours 30 minutes behind Shanghai and is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your PVG to MAA flight.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Chennai Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between PVG and MAA:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Chennai Airport flight is $180. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $395. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from PVG to MAA if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Chennai Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from PVG to MAA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Chennai Airport.
Handy information about Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78.11% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Shanghai Pudong International Airport from central Shanghai, it takes around 50 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 35 miles from the airport to the city center.
Looking for a handy hotel near PVG? If you're boarding an early flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Chennai Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Rental and explore beyond Chennai's main sights.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Chennai Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is approximately 12 miles from central Chennai. The drive time takes about 45 minutes.
Getting to the center by public transport takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Chennai Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Chennai. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Shanghai Pudong International Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you'd like to visit Chennai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 82ºF and 99ºF.
Look for cheap tickets from PVG to MAA in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 70ºF and 82ºF on average.
Explore more of India
Chennai has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of India waiting to be discovered. Around 180 miles west of Chennai, a visit to Bengaluru will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Around 270 miles south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another favorite stop in India. No visit is complete without checking out Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.
