Flying from Surat Gujarat Airport (STV) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Expect to be in the skies for 2 hours 2 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Chennai Airport. Surat and Chennai share the same timezone — UTC+5:30.
Take your pick of 18 weekly flights from Surat Gujarat Airport to Chennai Airport. The 08:20 departure with IndiGo is the earliest flight available between STV and MAA. IndiGo operates the latest service of the day at 16:00 if early starts aren't your thing.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
IndiGo has direct flights from Surat Gujarat Airport to Chennai Airport. Book with this popular carrier, and get ready to tick off the sights in Chennai — plus maybe even more of India if time allows.
We make it easy to get a flight with a stopover. To look at the options for flights from Surat Gujarat Airport to Chennai Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between STV and MAA include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Pune Airport
Dabolim Airport
For a flight within India, you won't need a visa or even a passport. However, you'll have to bring another kind of identification, such as an ID card or driver's license. As soon as you've booked your cheap ticket from STV to MAA, make sure your ID is up to date before you travel.
How to find the cheapest flights from Surat Gujarat Airport (STV) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Surat Gujarat Airport to Chennai Airport is ر.ق. 210. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 406. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap flight tickets from STV to MAA by booking 8 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flight tickets from Surat Gujarat Airport to Chennai Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. You'll get notified right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for cheap flight tickets from STV to MAA every day.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Surat Gujarat Airport to Chennai Airport. Enter your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Handy information about Surat Gujarat Airport (STV)
Travelling from central Surat to Surat Gujarat Airport takes about 58 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or hail a cab, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to STV? If you've booked an early flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Chennai Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
Consider staying in a hotel near MAA if you're taking a late flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Chennai Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport to central Chennai is about 47 minutes in a car. It's approximately 19 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 49 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Chennai Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Chennai. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Chennai Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with temperatures ranging from 28 ºC to 37 ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from STV to MAA in January. Average temperatures are between 21 ºC and 28 ºC then.
More about Chennai
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the most popular stays in Chennai right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from STV to MAA:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Marina Beach, Fort St. George and Government Museum are among the things you can't miss in Chennai.
Complete your Chennai trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked your cheap ticket to Chennai Airport — now it's time to find a great stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Chennai.