Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Barcelona Airport (BCN): what you need to know
Barcelona's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Barcelona four hours 30 minutes behind Chennai.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to board your MAA to BCN flight.
Flying during a peak time such as January? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chennai Airport to Barcelona Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between MAA and BCN:
Dubai Airport
Frankfurt am Main Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Barcelona Airport (BCN)
Currently, Rs78,278 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chennai Airport to Barcelona Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs158,620. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MAA to BCN if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Chennai Airport to Barcelona Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from MAA to BCN.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Chennai Airport to Barcelona Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
Of all flights leaving Chennai Airport, 76% land on time at their destination.
To get to Chennai Airport from central Chennai, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Get your break off to a leisurely start by staying near MAA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Chennai Airport to Barcelona Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Barcelona Airport (BCN)
If you're arriving on a late Chennai Airport to Barcelona Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near BCN:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Barcelona Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Record Go, Goldcar or Nizacars Rent A Car and explore beyond Barcelona's main sights.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Barcelona Airport about four weeks ahead.
Getting from Barcelona Airport (BCN) to central Barcelona
From Barcelona Airport, Barcelona is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Barcelona Airport (BCN)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Chennai Airport to Barcelona Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Barcelona. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Chennai Airport to Barcelona Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Barcelona, with the temperature ranging from 20ºC to 31ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MAA to BCN in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC and 14ºC on average.
Explore more of Spain
You've seen Barcelona, now it's time to explore other corners of Spain. Journey about 257 kilometres west to Zaragoza to tick off its leading sights. From Plaza del Pilar to La Seo del Salvador and Basílica de Nuestra Senora del Pilar, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 402 kilometres west of Barcelona, Logroño is another favourite stop in Spain. No visit is complete without checking out Bodegas Faustino, Bodegas Campo Viejo and Bodegas Valoria.
