Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Brussels: what you need to know
The timezone in Brussels is UTC+1. The city is 4 hours 30 minutes behind Chennai, where Chennai Airport is located.
To ensure you catch your flight from MAA to Brussels, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling over a peak time such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to take a break from travelling — and maybe even explore another city. When searching for flights from MAA to Brussels, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
When travelling to Belgium for tourism purposes, you'll need an embassy visa if you have a passport from India. However, visa rules can change and you may need other documents depending on the duration and purpose of your stay. Always check the most recent guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Chennai Airport to Brussels.
MAA is about 19 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 47 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 49 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near MAA. Whether you have an early flight from Chennai Airport to Brussels or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Brussels
C$440 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Chennai Airport to Brussels. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$711. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from MAA to Brussels, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when looking for a ticket from Chennai Airport to Brussels.
Set up a Price Alert for cheap tickets from MAA to Brussels. There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped. We'll tell you as soon as there's a change in price.
Use the filters to tailor your flights from Chennai Airport to Brussels. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Airports in Brussels
Brussels Airport (BRU)
Brussels Airport (BRU) to central Brussels is about 21 minutes by car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 39 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Chennai Airport to Brussels, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near BRU:
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL)
Brussels S. Charleroi Airport (CRL) is roughly 56 kilometres from the centre of Brussels. Once you've hopped off your flight from Chennai Airport to Brussels, it'll take you around 56 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour and 37 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from MAA to Brussels, settle in at a hotel near CRL. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Brussels
July is the most popular month for flights from Chennai Airport to Brussels. To avoid the crowds, visit Brussels in February when it's quieter.
Lock in your flight from Chennai Airport to Brussels for August to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 12ºC to 27ºC.
Search for cheap flights from MAA to Brussels in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -2ºC and 8ºC on average.
More about Brussels
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Brussels right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Chennai Airport to Brussels:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Grand Place, Atomium and Manneken Pis are top sights which should feature on every Brussels itinerary.
Complete your Brussels trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Brussels and explore the city on your own terms. Easily compare options in one go to find your perfect ride once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flights from Chennai Airport to Brussels.
