Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG): what you need to know
To ensure you catch your MAA to TGG flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Chennai Airport to Sultan Mahmud Airport. Many passengers pass through Kuala Lumpur International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG)
R 2,907 is currently the best price for a one-way Chennai Airport to Sultan Mahmud Airport flight. Return flights start at R 7,727. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
To find cheap tickets from MAA to TGG, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when looking for a flight from Chennai Airport to Sultan Mahmud Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from MAA to TGG.
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Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chennai Airport, 76.04% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach Chennai Airport from central Chennai, it'll take around 45 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near MAA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chennai Airport to Sultan Mahmud Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Chennai Airport to Sultan Mahmud Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near TGG instead:
Travel farther out of Kuala Terengganu and discover destinations that fly under the radar with your own wheels. You can grab a Sultan Mahmud Airport rental car from popular outlets like Agtran or Merge Car Hire.
Reserve your ride from Sultan Mahmud Airport a few weeks before your trip to secure the best deal. If you're planning to travel during peak season, it's a good idea to book even earlier.
Getting from Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG) to central Kuala Terengganu
Sultan Mahmud Airport to central Kuala Terengganu has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG)
April is the busiest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Sultan Mahmud Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Kuala Terengganu in January.
Lock in your flight from Chennai Airport to Sultan Mahmud Airport for May if you'd like to visit Kuala Terengganu during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
February sees average temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAA to TGG sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuala Terengganu is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia just waiting to be explored. Around 137 kilometres north-west of Kuala Terengganu, a trip to Kota Bharu will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Kuala Lumpur is another well-known destination in Malaysia and is around 290 kilometres south-west of Kuala Terengganu. No journey is complete without visiting Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park.
