Flying from Surat Thani Airport (URT) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Chennai one hour 30 minutes behind Surat Thani.
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 plenty of time to board your URT to MAA flight.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Surat Thani Airport (URT) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
Currently, RM1,083 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Surat Thani Airport to Chennai Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM1,426. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from URT to MAA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Surat Thani Airport to Chennai Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from URT to MAA.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Surat Thani Airport to Chennai Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Surat Thani Airport (URT)
Of the flights that depart from Surat Thani Airport, 73.7% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Surat Thani Airport from central Surat Thani, it'll take about 30 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport will take about 3 hours 55 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near URT? If you're boarding an early flight from Surat Thani Airport to Chennai Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
Reserve a hotel close to MAA if you're on a late Surat Thani Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and explore beyond Chennai's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Chennai Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Chennai. Driving there takes about 45 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Surat Thani Airport to Chennai Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Chennai. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Surat Thani Airport to Chennai Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with the temperature ranging from 28ºC (82ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from URT to MAA in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
Chennai has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of India just waiting to be explored. Around 290 kilometres west of Chennai, a visit to Bengaluru will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another favourite stop in India. No visit is complete without checking out Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.
