Travelling from Juanda International Airport (SUB) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is one hour 30 minutes behind Surabaya.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SUB to MAA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Juanda International Airport to Chennai Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between SUB and MAA:
Changi International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Juanda International Airport (SUB) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
Right now, $155 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Juanda International Airport to Chennai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $481. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's usually best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SUB to MAA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when looking for a flight from Juanda International Airport to Chennai Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from SUB to MAA.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Juanda International Airport to Chennai Airport.
Handy information about Juanda International Airport (SUB)
Of all flights leaving Juanda International Airport, 72.71% land on time at their destination.
To get to Juanda International Airport from central Surabaya, it takes around 40 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a handy hotel close to SUB? If you've booked an early flight from Juanda International Airport to Chennai Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
If you have a late Juanda International Airport to Chennai Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these options near MAA:
Pick up a Chennai Airport rental car and explore Chennai and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Europcar and North Car Hire are popular providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, book your ride from Chennai Airport about three weeks in advance.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is roughly 19 kilometres from the centre of Chennai. The drive time takes about 45 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Juanda International Airport to Chennai Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Chennai in April.
Book your flight from Juanda International Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you'd like to go to Chennai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SUB to MAA in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of India
You've seen Chennai, now it's time to discover other parts of India. Travel about 290 kilometres west to Bengaluru to tick off its must-visit sights. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another side 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.
