Flying from Samarkand Airport (SKD) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai is 30 minutes ahead of Samarkand and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Your SKD to MAA flight won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to visit another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Samarkand Airport to Chennai Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport is a well-known stop between SKD and MAA.
How to find the cheapest flights from Samarkand Airport (SKD) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
RM1,503 is the lowest price for a one-way Samarkand Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Return flights start at RM6,121. These fares can change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SKD to MAA if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from Samarkand Airport to Chennai Airport.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Samarkand Airport to Chennai Airport.
Handy information about Samarkand Airport (SKD)
66.25% of flights that leave from Samarkand Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Samarkand to Samarkand Airport is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching an early flight from Samarkand Airport to Chennai Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to SKD:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
If you're arriving on a late Samarkand Airport to Chennai Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near MAA:
Pick up a Chennai Airport rental car and discover Chennai and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Europcar and North Car Hire are top outlets you can book with here.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Chennai Airport about three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Chennai. Driving there takes about 45 minutes.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Samarkand Airport to Chennai Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Chennai. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Samarkand Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you want to explore Chennai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SKD to MAA in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored after you've experienced Chennai. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, top sights here include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another favourite stop in India. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.
