Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Bangkok: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 3 hours 30 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Chennai Airport to Bangkok.
The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7. The city is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Chennai, where Chennai Airport is located.
The busiest route is from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). You can select from 14 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from MAA to BKK is the 01:10 Thai Airways International option. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 04:40 with IndiGo.
To avoid rushing for your MAA to Bangkok flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Begin your trip at MAA and fly straight to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Chennai Airport to Bangkok tickets.
Top carriers that operate direct flights from Chennai Airport to Bangkok include:
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing for flight tickets from MAA to Bangkok, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
MAA is around 16 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to MAA? If you've booked an early flight from Chennai Airport to Bangkok, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Of all flights departing from Chennai Airport, 76.04% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Bangkok
Rs20,385 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Chennai Airport to Bangkok flight. A return flight ticket starts at Rs40,155. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Get cheap flights from MAA to Bangkok by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for landing a bargain.
The best month for landing cheap Chennai Airport to Bangkok tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's an extra saving on cheap flights from MAA to Bangkok.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Chennai Airport to Bangkok.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is around 32 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're getting a cab or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 35 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Chennai Airport to Bangkok, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near BKK:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Bangkok and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Suvarnabhumi Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from MAA to Bangkok can help you secure the lowest rate.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is about 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. After your flight from Chennai Airport to Bangkok, it'll take you around 30 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
You can expect the trip to take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near DMK. Unwind and get cosy after your MAA to Bangkok flight at one of these perfectly located options:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Don Mueang International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz and set off in the blink of an eye.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from DMK three weeks in advance often means better deals and a wider selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bangkok
Travel to Bangkok in high season if you prefer a lively atmosphere, but remember that prices are generally higher. Alternatively, book flights from Chennai Airport to Bangkok in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Book a Chennai Airport to Bangkok flight ticket with a departure in April to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 26ºC to 37ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAA to Bangkok in December when temperatures average between 19ºC and 33ºC.
More about Bangkok
Start your Bangkok trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Chennai Airport to Bangkok, explore our range of hotels including:
Wat Arun and Grand Palace are just two of the major attractions to add to your Bangkok travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Wat Phra Kaew.
Explore more of Thailand
Udon Thani is just one of the many places in Thailand waiting to be discovered after you've seen Bangkok. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
Nakhon Ratchasima is another well-known destination in Thailand and is around 225 kilometres north-east of Bangkok. No journey is complete without dropping by Art and Culture Centre, Vongchavalitkul University, Wat Pa Salwan (Burapha Chan Chedi) and บ้านสวนเกษตรอินทรีย์ (บ้านสวนในซอย).