Flying from Bangkok to Chennai International Airport (MAA): What you need to know
Bangkok is home to a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Explore your options for booking a flight from Bangkok to Chennai International Airport (MAA) leaving from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) or Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 25 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Bangkok to Chennai International Airport flight.
The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is one hour 30 minutes behind Bangkok. Chennai International Airport is located in Chennai.
The most popular route is from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) to Chennai International Airport (MAA), with 13 direct services every week. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from BKK to MAA is the 10:05am IndiGo option. If you need some extra time before takeoff, the final departure is at 10:25pm with Thai Airways International.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Bangkok to MAA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like February. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and up to four hours for international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or find something to eat.
Airports in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) is a convenient option for traveling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Bangkok to Chennai International Airport (MAA) take off from this terminal.
Book your direct flight from Bangkok to Chennai International Airport with Thai Airways International. This well-known airline offers services from BKK.
Most travelers choose to book seats with Thai Airways from BKK to MAA.
Thai Airways ranks as the leading on-time carrier on this route, with 90.0% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Bangkok to MAA with a stopover. To explore your options departing from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between BKK and MAA include:
Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Kolkata Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Intl Airport (CCU)
The journey from central Bangkok to BKK takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 31 kilometers in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Bangkok to Chennai International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport:
Of the departures from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport, 73% land on time at their destination.
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Thinking of flying out of Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)? Direct Bangkok to Chennai International Airport (MAA) plane tickets are available from this popular hub.
From DMK, direct flights from Bangkok to MAA can be booked with Thai AirAsia.
Thai AirAsia takes the lead in bookings on the DMK to MAA route.
Flights between Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport and Chennai International Airport tend to arrive on time more often with Thai AirAsia than with any other carrier.
Break up your flight from Bangkok to Chennai International Airport with a stop so you can recharge or tick a new place off your list. Some great stopovers between Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport and MAA include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
You can arrive at DMK from central Bangkok in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to travel the 24 kilometers or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Bangkok to MAA flight? Check in to a hotel near Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 60%. This figure shows how often flights that leave from this airport land on time.
About Chennai International Airport (MAA)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Bangkok to Chennai International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near MAA:
Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Bangkok to Chennai International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Chennai International Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai International Airport to the center of Chennai is around 16 kilometers. If you're getting a cab or renting a car, plan in advance to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times will vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
Traveling by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Chennai International Airport (MAA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Chennai International Airport is AED 360. For a return flight on this route, the best price is AED 735. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Snap up cheap flights from Bangkok to MAA by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the ideal time frame for bagging a bargain.
June is when you're most likely to land a bargain on a Bangkok to Chennai International Airport ticket. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Chennai International Airport (MAA)
January is the quietest month for flights from Bangkok to Chennai International Airport (MAA), while November is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to visit Chennai based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Bangkok to MAA plane ticket departing in May if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Chennai to range from 28ºC (82ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Bangkok to Chennai International Airport in January when temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
More about Chennai
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Chennai right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Bangkok to Chennai International Airport:
There are plenty of things to do in Chennai when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Start exploring at Meenakshi Temple followed by Marina beach and Marina Beach.
Explore more of India
You've visited Chennai, now it's time to explore other parts of India. Journey about 274 kilometers west to Bengaluru to check off its popular sights. From Meenakshi Temple to Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in India, consider Salem, roughly 257 kilometers southwest of Chennai. ISKCON, Paravasa Ulagam Water Theme Park and Kailasanathar Temple are key reasons to visit.