Travelling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) 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 Madrid.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MAD to MAA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Chennai Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between MAD and MAA:
Abu Dhabi International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
$517 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Chennai Airport flight. A return flight starts at $948. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from MAD to MAA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Chennai Airport.
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Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Chennai Airport.
Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
78.23% of flights that leave from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Madrid. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Chennai Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to MAD:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
Book a hotel close to MAA if you have a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire to explore Chennai and beyond.
Booking your ride from Chennai Airport around three weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport to the centre of Chennai has a drive time of about 45 minutes. It's approximately 19 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Chennai Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Chennai in April.
When booking your flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Chennai Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with temperatures ranging from 28ºC to 37ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MAD to MAA in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 28ºC on average.
Explore more of India
Chennai has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of India just waiting to be discovered. Around 290 kilometres west of Chennai, a visit to Bengaluru will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in India, consider Coimbatore, about 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple are key reasons to visit.