Travelling from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Chennai Airport (MAA): what you need to know
Chennai is five hours 30 minutes ahead of Bristol and follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your BRS to MAA flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Chennai Airport (MAA)
Right now, ₹ 43,578 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bristol Airport to Chennai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ₹ 70,173. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BRS to MAA if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Bristol Airport to Chennai Airport across every month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Handy information about Bristol Airport (BRS)
Of the departures from Bristol Airport, 69.8% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Bristol to Bristol Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Bristol Airport to Chennai Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to BRS:
Arriving at Chennai Airport (MAA)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Bristol Airport to Chennai Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near MAA instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Chennai Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Avis, Europcar or North Car Hire and explore beyond Chennai's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Chennai Airport about three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Chennai Airport (MAA) to central Chennai
Chennai Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from the centre of Chennai. The drive time takes about 45 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Chennai Airport (MAA)
July is the most popular month for flights from Bristol Airport to Chennai Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Chennai in April.
When booking your flight from Bristol Airport to Chennai Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Chennai, with the temperature ranging from 28ºC to 37ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BRS to MAA in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC and 28ºC then.
Explore more of India
You've done Chennai, now it's time to explore other corners of India. Journey around 290 kilometres west to Bengaluru to check off its leading sights. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're looking to explore another corner of India, consider Coimbatore, about 434 kilometres south-west of Chennai. Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple are the start of reasons to visit.
