Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Hat Yai International Airport (HDY): what you need to know
Hat Yai (Songkhla)'s timezone is UTC+7, which makes Hat Yai (Songkhla) one hour 30 minutes ahead of Chennai.
Give yourself enough time to make your MAA to HDY flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Chennai Airport to Hat Yai International Airport. Many travellers pass through Suvarnabhumi Airport when flying between MAA and HDY.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Hat Yai International Airport (HDY)
78 € is the lowest price for a one-way Chennai Airport to Hat Yai International Airport flight. Return flights start from 211 €. These fares can change depending on demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MAA to HDY if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Chennai Airport to Hat Yai International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
76.04% of flights taking off from Chennai Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
To reach Chennai Airport from central Chennai, it'll take about 45 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Chennai Airport to Hat Yai International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to MAA:
Arriving at Hat Yai International Airport (HDY)
Consider staying in a hotel near HDY if you're catching a late Chennai Airport to Hat Yai International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Hat Yai International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from asap car hire, Chic Car Rent or Hertz and explore beyond Hat Yai (Songkhla)'s main sights.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Hat Yai International Airport about four weeks in advance.
Getting from Hat Yai International Airport (HDY) to central Hat Yai (Songkhla)
Hat Yai International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Hat Yai (Songkhla). Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Hat Yai International Airport (HDY)
The quietest month for a flight from Chennai Airport to Hat Yai International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Hat Yai (Songkhla) based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Hat Yai (Songkhla) is April, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your flights from Chennai Airport to Hat Yai International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAA to HDY in February. Average temperatures are between 20ºC (68ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.
Explore more of Thailand
Hat Yai (Songkhla) has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Thailand waiting to be explored. About 274 kilometres north-west of Hat Yai (Songkhla), a visit to Surat Thani will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Wat Tha Sai, Wat Nikon Prasart and Wat Khao Chana Ram.
Nakhon Si Thammarat is another must-experience destination in Thailand and is around 161 kilometres north of Hat Yai (Songkhla). No trip is complete without a visit to Nakhon Si Thammarat National Museum, Nakhon Si Thammarat City Pillar Shrine and Wat Pratu Khao Chapel Over the Well.
