Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Barcelona and is in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your BCN to MAA flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Chennai Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between BCN and MAA include:
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Frankfurt Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
R 3,888 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Return flights start from R 8,982. These fares can change based on demand.
It's usually smart to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from BCN to MAA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Chennai Airport across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Chennai Airport.
Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
Of the flights that depart from Barcelona-El Prat Airport, 79.12% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Chennai Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near BCN:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:
Pick up a Chennai Airport rental car and explore Chennai and beyond with your own set of wheels. Avis, Europcar and North Car Hire are leading providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Chennai Airport around three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
From Chennai Airport, Chennai is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 50 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Chennai Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Chennai. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Chennai is May, with the temperature ranging between 28ºC (82ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF). Lock in your flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to Chennai Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Search for cheap tickets from BCN to MAA sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of India
You've visited Chennai, now it's time to explore other parts of India. Journey about 290 kilometres west to Bengaluru to tick off its top sights. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another favourite stop in India. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.