Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ): what you need to know
Banda Aceh's timezone is UTC+7, making Banda Aceh one hour 30 minutes ahead of Chennai.
Your MAA to BTJ flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to explore a different city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Kuala Lumpur International Airport is a well-known stop between MAA and BTJ.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ)
Right now, $760 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chennai Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $393. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from MAA to BTJ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Chennai Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across each month and snap up a great deal.
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Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Chennai Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
76.04% of flights that depart Chennai Airport reach their destination on time.
Chennai Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chennai Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near MAA:
Arriving at Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ)
After your Chennai Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport flight has landed, relax at a nearby hotel. Super OYO Capital O 1630 Hotel Syariah Ring Road is a great option within easy reach of BTJ.
Getting from Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ) to central Banda Aceh
Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of Banda Aceh. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ)
August is the busiest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Banda Aceh in February.
Book your flight from Chennai Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport for June if you'd like to explore Banda Aceh during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MAA to BTJ in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Indonesia
Medan is just one of the many places in Indonesia waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Banda Aceh. Around 434 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Sipiso Piso Waterfall, Medan Grand Mosque and Sri Mariamman Temple Sunggal.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Indonesia, consider Percut, roughly 434 kilometres south-east of Banda Aceh. Kolam pancing mas gondrong, Tambak ikan Rumah Cinta Kita and Masjid Raya An-Nur are highlights.
