Chennai to Bangkok (MAA–BKK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
MAA–BKK is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Thai Airways and IndiGo lead the route. The flight covers 1,384 miles in approximately 3h 30m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TG Thai Airways Also: AC, NH | 7 | 333 | 3h30 | – | Star Alliance | AC, NH |
| 6E IndiGo | 6 | 32N | 3h35 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Bangkok from Chennai
| Metric | MAA→BKK | BLR→BKK |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from MAA | – | 166 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 7 |
| Weekly flights | 27 | 36 |
| Flight time | 3h 30m | 3h 50m |
Travel Essentials
MAA: IST · BKK: +07
When it's 6:00 PM in Chennai, it's 7.5:00 PM in Bangkok.
Indian passport holders enter Thailand visa-free for stays of up to 60 days. This policy took effect in late 2024. You can extend by 30 days at a Thai immigration office for 1,900 THB. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months on arrival with at least 2 blank pages.
Complete the Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) online before entry. Bring proof of accommodation and a return or onward ticket. Immigration may ask for evidence of funds (20,000 THB equivalent for individuals).
Airport Rail Link runs to Phaya Thai in 30 minutes (฿45). Runs 6am to midnight. Connect to BTS Skytrain at Phaya Thai for onward travel to Sukhumvit, Silom, or Siam.Taxis from the arrivals level are metered; add the ฿50 airport surcharge and expressway tolls to the meter reading. Total to central Bangkok typically ฿300–450. Grab is reliable and avoids negotiation. Limousine services (฿800–1,500) are available from the arrival hall. Buses are cheap but slow given Bangkok's traffic.
Tropical monsoon climate. Hot season (March–May) reaches 38–40°C with high humidity. Wet season (May–October) brings daily heavy rains and occasional flooding. Thunderstorms cause flight delays regularly. Suvarnabhumi sits in a flood-prone area east of Bangkok. The 2011 floods came close to the airport perimeter.
Cool season (November–February) is the most comfortable for travel (25–32°C) with lower humidity and good flying weather. Haze from agricultural burning occasionally reduces visibility in March–April.
MAA–BKK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MAA to BKK
Chennai International Airport (MAA) and Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) are connected by nonstop service from Thai Airways and IndiGo. With 27 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
MAA to BKK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MAA to BKK is about 3 hours 30 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,384 miles (2,227 km). There are approximately 27 weekly flights outbound and 21 return, totaling 48 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, Kempegowda and Yangon. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Bengaluru (BLR).