{ "response": { "Key": "BOM-MAA", "orig": { "code": "BOM", "type": "airport", "city": "Mumbai", "fullCity": "Mumbai, India", "airport": "Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Airport" }, "dest": { "code": "MAA", "type": "airport", "city": "Chennai", "fullCity": "Chennai, India", "airport": "Chennai Intl Airport" }, "faq": { "q0": { "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Mumbai to Chennai?", "answer": "A nonstop flight from Mumbai (BOM) to Chennai (MAA) typically takes about 2 hours to 2 hours 10 minutes. Flights with a layover, most commonly in Hyderabad or Bengaluru, can extend the total travel time to around 4 to 6 hours depending on the connection. The return flight duration is similar." }, "q1": { "question": "Are there any direct flights from Mumbai to Chennai?", "answer": "Yes, there are plenty of non‑stop flights from Mumbai to Chennai, with three airlines — IndiGo (6E), Air India (AI), and Akasa Air (QP) — operating a combined 217 weekly departures. All three carriers fly daily; IndiGo offers the most frequency with up to 22 departures a day, Air India runs eight daily, and Akasa Air has one daily flight. Every day of the week has service, so you can pick from a wide range of departure times from early morning to late evening.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Carrier service and weekly frequencies are summarized from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). Where available, on-time and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, and typical fares from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines", "flight_schedule" ] }, "q6": { "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Mumbai to Chennai?", "answer": "Yes, overnight red-eye flights are available nonstop from Mumbai to Chennai. Air India operates daily red-eyes departing at 9:05 PM and 10:55 PM, while IndiGo has daily red-eyes departing at 9:45 PM and 10:00 PM. On a route of roughly two hours, these late departures land the same night — the 10:55 PM departure, for instance, would touch down around 1:00 AM, arriving in the early hours rather than the next morning.", "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.", "toolsUsed": [ "redeye_flights" ] }, "q7": { "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Mumbai to Chennai?", "answer": "IndiGo (6E), Air India (AI), and Akasa Air (QP) operate nonstop from Mumbai to Chennai. IndiGo flies the route most frequently, with 154 weekly flights, while Air India offers 56 weekly flights. Akasa Air operates a daily flight. Median fares are not available for this domestic route.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q9": { "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Mumbai to Chennai?", "answer": "On-time reliability on this route is generally moderate, with frequent delays during monsoon season and peak hours. Early morning flights on IndiGo and Air India tend to be more punctual." }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Chennai?", "answer": "November to February are best for visiting Chennai, with cooler temperatures and lower humidity, avoiding the intense heat and monsoon rains." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Mumbai to Chennai?", "answer": "For domestic flights within India, carry a valid government-issued photo ID such as an Aadhaar card, driver's license, or passport. No visa or travel authorization is needed, and vaccination certificates are not required. Bring a payment method for baggage fees and ensure your ID matches the ticket name." }, "q12": { "question": "Which airport should I use in Chennai?", "answer": "Chennai has a single commercial airport, Chennai International Airport, which serves all flights to the city." }, "q13": { "question": "How do I get to Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl Airport from the city center?", "answer": "To reach Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM) from the city center, you can take the Mumbai Suburban Railway to Vile Parle or Andheri stations and then an auto‑rickshaw or bus, use prepaid taxis or ride‑share services like Ola and Uber, or drive and park in the airport's long‑term lots. The most popular and convenient option is a prepaid taxi or ride‑share, offering door‑to‑door service at moderate cost, while the train is the cheapest but involves a transfer. Driving is possible but traffic and parking fees can make it less practical.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bombo%2C%20New%20South%20Wales", "title": "Bombo, New South Wales", "time_published": "2026-02-22T09:09:53Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bombo_railway_station", "title": "Bombo railway station", "time_published": "2026-06-01T02:32:11Z" }, { "url": "https://csmia-mumbai.adaniairports.com/Flight-Status", "title": "Flights - Arrival & Departure Status | Mumbai Airport (BOM)", "time_published": "2026-05-04T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://csmia-mumbai.adaniairports.com/en/flight-status?flightType=departure", "title": "Flights - Arrival & Departure Status | Mumbai Airport (BOM)", "time_published": "2026-04-08T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bombala_railway_line", "title": "Bombala railway line", "time_published": "2026-05-22T22:00:39Z" } ] }, "q14": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Chennai airport?", "answer": "Chennai Airport does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods inside the terminals. The nearest hotels are located outside the airport; some offer shuttle services, though they are not directly connected to the terminals. Passengers on long layovers typically rest in the landside areas or use nearby hotels that require a short shuttle or taxi ride.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/chennai-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Chennai Airport Guide (MAA) - Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/nitropack_static/oBWrHkPujHTPIaVWqdDSDhClXUyrYhhb/assets/images/optimized/rev-b853180/www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png", "time_published": "2018-08-08T18:36:33Z" }, { "url": "https://sleepinginairports.net/reviews/chennai-airport-reviews.htm", "title": "Chennai Airport Reviews (MAA) – Sleeping in Airports", "favicon": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/cropped-sia-logo-180x180.png", "time_published": "2025-03-20T14:57:57Z" }, { "url": "http://www.airportdistancecalculator.com/chennai-airport-maa-details.html", "title": "Chennai Airport (MAA) Details, Chennai, India", "time_published": "2026-04-24T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chennai%20International%20Airport", "title": "Chennai International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-30T18:33:28Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chennai_Airport", "title": "Chennai International Airport - Wikipedia", "time_published": "2003-08-14T05:30:51Z" }, { "url": "https://airpaz.com/en/airports/chennai-international-airport-maa", "title": "Chennai International Airport (MAA) information - Airpaz", "time_published": "2026-04-08T06:15:36Z" } ] }, "q15": { "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Chennai Intl Airport?", "answer": "Chennai International Airport provides currency exchange offices in both the international and domestic terminals, operated by banks and authorized money changers. Prayer rooms are available in the terminals, with multi-faith spaces located in the international departure and arrival areas. Free Wi-Fi is offered throughout the airport, accessible via a simple registration process.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "http://www.airportdistancecalculator.com/chennai-airport-maa-details.html", "title": "Chennai Airport (MAA) Details, Chennai, India", "time_published": "2026-04-24T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chennai_Airport", "title": "Chennai International Airport - Wikipedia", "time_published": "2003-08-14T05:30:51Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chennai%20International%20Airport", "title": "Chennai International Airport", "time_published": "2026-04-30T18:33:28Z" }, { "url": "https://www.airportdistancecalculator.com/closest-airports-to-chennai-india.html", "title": "Closest Airport to Chennai, Airports Near Chennai, India" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chennai_International_Airport_metro_station", "title": "Chennai International Airport metro station", "time_published": "2026-04-28T10:28:50Z" } ] }, "q17": { "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Mumbai to Chennai?", "answer": "Nonstop flights from Mumbai to Chennai are most commonly operated with the Airbus A321-100 by IndiGo and the Airbus A320neo by Air India, with occasional A319 service on Air India. One-stop itineraries, usually connecting through Bengaluru or Hyderabad, also feature the A321-100 and A320neo on the longer leg. Specific aircraft for a few flights aren't publicly listed, but the A321 and A320 family dominate the route overall.", "methodology": "Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_aircraft" ] }, "q18": { "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Mumbai to Chennai?", "answer": "Three airlines fly nonstop from Mumbai to Chennai: IndiGo (6E), Air India (AI), and Akasa Air (QP). Air India belongs to Star Alliance, while IndiGo and Akasa Air are not members of any global alliance. No other alliances are represented on this route's nonstop service.", "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q21": { "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Mumbai to Chennai?", "answer": "Baggage rules depend on the airline and fare type. For this domestic route, basic or lite fares often exclude checked bags, while standard economy usually includes 15–25 kg of checked baggage and a carry‑on. Higher fare classes offer increased allowances." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Mumbai to Chennai?", "answer": "On this domestic route, you'll typically find Economy and Business class, though flat‑bed seats are uncommon on short flights. Premium Economy is irrelevant." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Policies vary; flexible and premium fare types often allow same‑day changes or standby, while basic economy tickets typically do not." } } } }