Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Krabi Airport (KBV): what you need to know
The timezone in Krabi is UTC+7, which is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Chennai.
Your MAA to KBV flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months such as January, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chennai Airport to Krabi Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between MAA and KBV:
Dubai Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Krabi Airport (KBV)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chennai Airport to Krabi Airport flight is $148. A round-trip ticket right now is $290. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from MAA to KBV, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Chennai Airport to Krabi Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across every month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
76% of flights leaving from Chennai Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Chennai to Chennai Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near MAA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chennai Airport to Krabi Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Krabi Airport (KBV)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Chennai Airport to Krabi Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near KBV instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Krabi Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Drive Car Rental, Hertz or Thai Rent a Car to explore Krabi and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Krabi Airport around four weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Krabi Airport (KBV) to central Krabi
Krabi Airport to the centre of Krabi has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Krabi Airport (KBV)
Travel to Krabi during high season if you enjoy a bustling atmosphere, but keep in mind prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Chennai Airport to Krabi Airport in the low season for a slower pace and better deals.
Lock in your flight from Chennai Airport to Krabi Airport for March if you'd like to visit Krabi during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAA to KBV sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Thailand
Thailand is home to loads of other exciting cities to put on your itinerary, such as Surat Thani. Around 129 kilometres north of Krabi, check out top attractions like Ang Thong National Marine Park while you're here.
Want to visit Hat Khanom - Mu Koh Thale Tai National Park? Then travel to Nakhon Si Thammarat. Another worthwhile stop in Thailand, it's located roughly 121 kilometres east of Krabi.