Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Yogyakarta: what you need to know
Chennai Airport is located in Chennai. Based in the UTC+7 timezone, Yogyakarta is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Chennai.
To avoid rushing for your MAA to Yogyakarta flight, leave plenty of 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 general travel rule.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're flying during high season, so allow some extra breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Located around 16 kilometres from the centre of Chennai, MAA can be reached in about 45 minutes by car. The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Chennai Airport to Yogyakarta? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near MAA:
When it comes to Chennai Airport's on-time performance, 76.04% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Yogyakarta
The best price we've seen for a one-way Chennai Airport to Yogyakarta flight is RM435. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM840. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from MAA to Yogyakarta, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets first go on sale.
Scoring cheap tickets from Chennai Airport to Yogyakarta is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to get the lowest fares throughout the month and bag an epic deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MAA to Yogyakarta by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
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Airports in Yogyakarta
Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA)
Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA) is around 40 kilometres from central Yogyakarta. If you're opting for a ride-share or a cab, the drive takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 2 hours 10 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Chennai Airport to Yogyakarta. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YIA instead:
Adisutjipto International Airport (JOG)
Adisutjipto International Airport (JOG) is around 10 kilometres from the centre of Yogyakarta. After your flight from Chennai Airport to Yogyakarta, it'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 55 minutes or so.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near JOG. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your MAA to Yogyakarta flight at one of these perfectly located options:
Crank up the tunes and hit the open road in an Adisutjipto International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis and begin discovering new places right away.
Pick the vehicle you actually want, not just what's left over, by booking your ride from JOG before your arrival. You'll also avoid paying more than you have to, especially during busy airport times.
Best time to go to Yogyakarta
Before booking your flights from Chennai Airport to Yogyakarta, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Yogyakarta offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while low season means you'll get better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Yogyakarta is October, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your Chennai Airport to Yogyakarta flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
August sees average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from MAA to Yogyakarta around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Yogyakarta
Once you've booked your flight from Chennai Airport to Yogyakarta, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Yogyakarta:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Museum Kristal dan Cinderamata Keraton Yogyakarta, Taman Sari Water Castle and Kota Gede are essential stops on your Yogyakarta itinerary.
Explore more of Indonesia
Surabaya is just one of the many places in Indonesia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Yogyakarta. Around 274 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Yos Sudarso Monument, Garasi Ollaf and PT.Danoe.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Indonesia, consider Bandung, about 322 kilometres west of Yogyakarta. Braga Street, Gedung Sate and Bandung Geological Museum (Museum Geologi) are among its highlights.