Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI): what you need to know
Bridgetown's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Bridgetown nine hours 30 minutes behind Chennai.
Your MAA to BGI flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to visit another city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Grantley Adams International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Frankfurt Airport is a popular stop between MAA and BGI.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI)
R 10,140 is the best price for a one-way Chennai Airport to Grantley Adams International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 29,505. These fares can change based on availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MAA to BGI, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Chennai Airport to Grantley Adams International Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from MAA to BGI by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Chennai Airport to Grantley Adams International Airport.
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 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to MAA? If you've booked an early flight from Chennai Airport to Grantley Adams International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Chennai Airport to Grantley Adams International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BGI instead:
Pick up a Grantley Adams International Airport rental car and explore Bridgetown and beyond with your own wheels. Drive A Matic, Stoutes and BAJAN CAR RENTALS are leading providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Grantley Adams International Airport around two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI) to central Bridgetown
Grantley Adams International Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from central Bridgetown. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Grantley Adams International Airport (BGI)
The quietest month for a flight from Chennai Airport to Grantley Adams International Airport is May, while March is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Bridgetown based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Chennai Airport to Grantley Adams International Airport for September if you want to go to Bridgetown during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 27ºC (81ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MAA to BGI in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) on average.
Explore more of Barbados
You've visited Bridgetown, now it's time to explore more of Barbados. Travel about 18 kilometres north to Speightstown to tick off its must-visit sights. From Arlington House Museum to Tiyi By Design Art Jewellery Studio and Jetski Barbados - Jetski Tours & Excursions, your itinerary will be busy.
Oistins is another standout destination in Barbados and is around 10 kilometres east of Bridgetown. No trip is complete without a visit to Banks Beer BreweryTour & Souvenir Shop, Errol Barrow Roundabout and The Paradise Nature Park.
