Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN): what you need to know
Balikpapan is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Chennai and is in the UTC+8 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your MAA to BPN flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Chennai Airport to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport. Many travellers pass through Kuala Lumpur International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN)
Rs52,159 is the best price for a one-way Chennai Airport to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs105,632. These fares may change based on demand and availability.
It's often best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MAA to BPN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport across each month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MAA to BPN by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Chennai Airport to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
Of all flights departing from Chennai Airport, 76.04% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Chennai Airport from central Chennai, it'll take about 45 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Chennai Airport to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to MAA:
Arriving at Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN)
Reserve a hotel near BPN if you're taking a late Chennai Airport to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Getting from Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN) to central Balikpapan
Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport is roughly 23 kilometres from central Balikpapan. The drive time takes about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport (BPN)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Chennai Airport to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Balikpapan. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Chennai Airport to Sultan Aji Muhamad Sulaiman Airport for April if you want to explore Balikpapan during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MAA to BPN in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC and 30ºC on average.
Explore more of Indonesia
You've seen Balikpapan, now it's time to discover more of Indonesia. Travel about 354 kilometres south-west to Banjarmasin to check off its must-visit sights. From Sultan Suriansyah Mosque to Wasaka Museum and Masjid Raya Sabilal Muhtadin Banjarmasin, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Samarinda is another essential stop in Indonesia and is around 80 kilometres north-east of Balikpapan. No trip is complete without dropping by Puncak Bukit Raudah, Puncak Wiratama and Simpang Tiga Slamet Riyadi.
