Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Bintulu Airport (BTU): what you need to know
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your MAA to BTU flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
If you want to visit another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Bintulu Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Kuala Lumpur International Airport is a well-known stop between MAA and BTU.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Bintulu Airport (BTU)
$324 is currently the best price for a one-way Chennai Airport to Bintulu Airport flight. Return flights start at $566. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from MAA to BTU. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Chennai Airport to Bintulu Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
Of all flights leaving Chennai Airport, 76.04% land on schedule at their destination.
Chennai Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Chennai Airport to Bintulu Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to MAA:
Arriving at Bintulu Airport (BTU)
Hop off your Chennai Airport to Bintulu Airport flight and be relaxing in your hotel bed shortly after. If you're searching for a convenient option a short journey from BTU, consider Amigo Hotel Bintulu.
Grab a Bintulu Airport rental car and explore places that require a little more effort to reach. EPTA and Avis can set you up with a set of wheels for your travels through Bintulu and beyond.
To get the lowest possible price, reserve your vehicle from Bintulu Airport several weeks in advance. Prices generally rise as your departure date approaches.
Getting from Bintulu Airport (BTU) to central Bintulu
Bintulu Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Bintulu. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Bintulu Airport (BTU)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Chennai Airport to Bintulu Airport. January is the most popular month to visit Bintulu. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Chennai Airport to Bintulu Airport for May if you want to explore Bintulu during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 31ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAA to BTU in February. Temperatures average between 23ºC and 29ºC then.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've seen Bintulu, now it's time to explore other corners of Malaysia. Journey about 467 kilometres north-east to Kota Kinabalu to check off its leading attractions. From DREAM to Bukit Kopungit Peak and Auditorium Galeri Azman Hashim UMS/Auditorium Sekafi, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Malaysia, head for Miri, roughly 177 kilometres north-east of Bintulu. Tusan Cliff Beach, Replica Grand Old Lady Taman Awam and Canada Hill are the start of reasons to visit.