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Flights from Bangkok to Chennai

Nonstop flights from Bangkok (BKK) to Chennai (MAA) take about 3h 17m (2,227 km). IndiGo flies it. Lowest fare seen: $172 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Bangkok to Chennai

Carriers on BKK–MAA according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ IndiGononstop fare seen

Bangkok to Chennai fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $153 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$17226 Oct 2026 · IndiGo—
Nov 2026$1537 Nov 2026—
Dec 2026$15619 Dec 2026—
Jan 2027$15323 Jan 2027—
Feb 2027$1782 Feb 2027—
Jul 2027$15715 Jul 2027—

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $153 for November 2026, $153 at best after that.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Bangkok to Chennai, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Chennai

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The cool season (October–March) is the most comfortable nationwide. April–June is extremely hot in the plains. The monsoon (June–September) is vibrant but disrupts travel in some regions.

Peak season: October – March

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Frequently asked questions — Bangkok to Chennai flights

How long is the flight from Bangkok to Chennai?
A nonstop flight from Bangkok (BKK) to Chennai (MAA) takes about 3h 17m, covering 2,227 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Bangkok from Chennai by air?
The great-circle distance between Suvarnabhumi Airport and Chennai International Airport is 2,227 km (1,384 miles), a medium-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Bangkok to Chennai?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the BKK–MAA route include IndiGo. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Bangkok to Chennai cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on BKK–MAA was $172 USD with IndiGo (nonstop), departing 26 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Bangkok to Chennai?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $153 one-way, against $178 for February 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from Thailand to India?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter India visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Chennai?
The cool season (October–March) is the most comfortable nationwide. April–June is extremely hot in the plains. The monsoon (June–September) is vibrant but disrupts travel in some regions.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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