Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC): what you need to know
Alicante's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Alicante four hours 30 minutes behind Chennai.
Your MAA to ALC flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Opt for a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport. Frankfurt Airport is a top stopover on the MAA to ALC route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chennai Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flight is R 5,569. A round-trip ticket is currently R 14,865. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from MAA to ALC. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Chennai Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and bag a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MAA to ALC by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Chennai Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
Of the departures from Chennai Airport, 76.04% touch down on time 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.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near MAA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Chennai Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
Book a hotel near ALC if you're on a late Chennai Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an Alicante-Elche Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Goldcar, Record Go or Wheego to explore Alicante and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Alicante-Elche Airport about one week in advance.
Getting from Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC) to central Alicante
Alicante-Elche Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Alicante. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
When to fly to Alicante-Elche Airport (ALC)
July is the most popular month for flights from Chennai Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Alicante in January.
Book your flight from Chennai Airport to Alicante-Elche Airport for August if you want to visit Alicante during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MAA to ALC in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of Spain
Alicante is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Spain you should also see. About 370 kilometres north of Alicante, a visit to Zaragoza will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Puente de Piedra, Museo Pablo Gargallo and El Tubo.
Logroño is another essential stop in Spain and is around 483 kilometres north of Alicante. No journey is complete without a visit to Concatedral de Santa Maria de la Redonda, Museo de la Rioja and Iglesia de Santiago el Real.
