Flying from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
The timezone in Chennai is UTC+5:30, which is four hours 30 minutes ahead of Budapest.
Your BUD to MAA 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 when you're travelling internationally.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Budapest Airport to Chennai Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between BUD and MAA:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Zayed International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Budapest Airport (BUD) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Budapest Airport to Chennai Airport flight is Rs84,171. A round-trip ticket is currently Rs169,409. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from BUD to MAA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from Budapest Airport to Chennai Airport.
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Handy information about Budapest Airport (BUD)
81% of flights departing from Budapest Airport reach their destination on time. With its strong performance rating, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from BUD.
Budapest Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Budapest. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near BUD. Whether you've booked an early flight from Budapest Airport to Chennai Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Budapest 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 wheels. Avis, Europcar and North Car Rental are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride from Chennai Airport about three weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport to central Chennai has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport takes about 1 hour.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
January is the most popular month for flights from Budapest Airport to Chennai Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Chennai in September.
Book your flight from Budapest Airport to Chennai Airport for May if you'd like to visit Chennai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 28ºC and 37ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from BUD to MAA in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21ºC and 28ºC on average.
Explore more of India
You've seen Chennai, now it's time to discover other corners of India. Travel about 290 kilometres west to Bengaluru to check off its must-visit sights. From Meenakshi Temple to Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai, Coimbatore is another favourite stop in India. No visit is complete without checking out Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Siruvani Falls and Dam and Sri Ranganathar Temple.