Travelling from Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Chennai one hour 30 minutes behind Yogyakarta.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your YIA to MAA flight.
During popular months such as September, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
Currently, ₹ 12,305 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Yogyakarta International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ₹ 45,034. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from YIA to MAA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Yogyakarta International Airport to Chennai Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA)
74.6% of flights that leave from Yogyakarta International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To reach Yogyakarta International Airport from central Yogyakarta, it takes around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 2 hours 10 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near YIA? If you're boarding an early flight from Yogyakarta International Airport to Chennai Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
Book a hotel close to MAA if you have a late Yogyakarta International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Chennai Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and chase adventure across Chennai and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Chennai Airport about three weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Chennai. Driving there takes about 45 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Yogyakarta International Airport to Chennai Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Chennai in April.
Book your flight from Yogyakarta International Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you want to visit Chennai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 28ºC and 37ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from YIA to MAA in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC and 28ºC on average.
Explore more of India
You've visited Chennai, now it's time to discover other corners of India. Travel about 290 kilometres west to Bengaluru to check off its top sights. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another corner of India, head for Coimbatore, roughly 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple are among its highlights.
