Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Ipoh Airport (IPH): what you need to know
Ipoh's timezone is UTC+8, which makes Ipoh two hours 30 minutes ahead of Chennai.
Your MAA to IPH flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Chennai Airport to Ipoh Airport. Many travellers pass through Changi International Airport when flying between MAA and IPH.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Ipoh Airport (IPH)
Currently, £74 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chennai Airport to Ipoh Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £294. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from MAA to IPH, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport to Ipoh Airport across the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from MAA to IPH.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Chennai Airport to Ipoh Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
Of the flights that depart from Chennai Airport, 76.04% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Chennai to Chennai Airport is around 12 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near MAA. Whether you're catching an early flight from Chennai Airport to Ipoh Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Ipoh Airport (IPH)
If you have a late Chennai Airport to Ipoh Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near IPH:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an Ipoh Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Agtran, Merge Car Hire or WAHDAH to explore Ipoh and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Ipoh Airport about two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Ipoh Airport (IPH) to central Ipoh
Ipoh Airport to the centre of Ipoh has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 4 miles away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Ipoh Airport (IPH)
August is the busiest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Ipoh Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Ipoh in February.
Before locking in your flight from Chennai Airport to Ipoh Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Ipoh, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MAA to IPH around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Bharu is just one of the many places in Malaysia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Ipoh. Around 130 miles away to the north-east, top sights here include Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Around 110 miles south-east of Ipoh, Kuala Lumpur is another favourite stop in Malaysia. Experience major highlights starting with Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park.
