Chennai, IndiaPhuket, Thailand

Flights from Chennai to Phuket

Fares, airlines, flight time and both airports for MAAHKT.

2,056 kmdistance
~3h 4mflying time
from $133one-way, 1 stop, seen 11 Sept 2026
Medium-haulroute

Route snapshot: Chennai to Phuket

Chennai (MAA) to Phuket (HKT) is 2,056 km in a straight line, the equivalent of about 3h 4m in the air; we have not seen a nonstop fare on this pair. The lowest one-way fare seen recently was $133 with AirAsia (1 stop), departing 6 Oct 2026 — as of 11 Sept 2026.

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Why travelers watch this route

Fares seen

The lowest one-way fare seen was $133 with AirAsia (1 stop), departing 6 Oct 2026. Checked 11 Sept 2026 — fares move daily.

Seasonality

Phuket demand usually strengthens around November – February, which can push fares higher on this corridor.

Who flies it

We have not confirmed a nonstop carrier on MAAHKT; most travellers connect through a hub.

Airlines flying Chennai to Phuket

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ChennaiPhuket route intelligence

Updated analysis of the MAAHKT corridor — distance, fares, timing, and connecting options.

Route class
Medium-haul
Distance
2,056 km
Flight time
3h 15m
Fares from
$150 – $450

Route profile

Chennai (MAA) to Phuket (HKT) is a medium-haul corridor spanning approximately 2,056 km, with typical block time around 3h 15m. Published fares cluster between $150 and $450 in economy. Medium-haul.

Best time to book

Medium-haul Asian routes price-down 5-7 weeks ahead. Tuesday and Wednesday departures consistently undercut weekend prices by 15-25%.

Demand-spike calendar: Songkran (mid-April), Chinese New Year (late Jan/early Feb), and Christmas/New Year all push fares ~30-60% above baseline. Booking 6-8 weeks ahead is non-negotiable for these windows.

Visa & arrival

Passport-validity and visa requirements differ between India and Thailand — most arriving travellers need at least six months of remaining passport validity. Check AirConnect's visa checker for your nationality before booking, especially if you plan to connect through a third country en route.

Best time to fly to Phuket

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Best monthsGoodAvoid if possible

The cool, dry season (November–February) is ideal — sunny skies, low humidity, and comfortable temperatures around 25–30°C. The monsoon (May–October) brings heavy rain especially in the south.

Peak season: November – February

Direct & Connecting Flights

We have not seen a nonstop fare between Chennai (MAA) and Phuket (HKT), so most itineraries connect through a hub.

Fares & Price Guide

The lowest one-way fare seen on MAA–HKT was $133 USD (1 stop) as of 11 Sept 2026. Set a fare alert to be told when it drops.

About Phuket, Thailand

Flights arrive at Phuket International Airport (HKT). Best visited during November – February. See the destination guide for hotels, visa requirements and travel tips.

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