Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Bucharest: what you need to know
The timezone in Bucharest is UTC+2. The city is 3 hours 30 minutes behind Chennai, where Chennai Airport is located.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from MAA to Bucharest. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from MAA to Bucharest with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply pick a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
When travelling to Romania for tourism purposes, you will need an embassy visa if you hold a passport from India. However, visa rules are subject to change and you may need further documentation depending on the purpose and length of your trip. Always check the most recent guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from Chennai Airport to Bucharest.
Located around 19 kilometres from the centre of Chennai, MAA can be reached in about 47 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 49 minutes.
In search of a convenient hotel close to MAA? If you've booked an early flight from Chennai Airport to Bucharest, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Bucharest
C$478 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Chennai Airport to Bucharest. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$898. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from MAA to Bucharest. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Chennai Airport to Bucharest throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
Getting a cheap ticket from MAA to Bucharest is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has fallen.
Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Chennai Airport to Bucharest, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Airports in Bucharest
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP)
Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport (OTP) to the centre of Bucharest is around 34 minutes by car. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour and 36 minutes to get there using public transport.
If you have a late flight from Chennai Airport to Bucharest, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near OTP:
Best time to go to Bucharest
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Chennai Airport to Bucharest. July is the busiest month for a trip to Bucharest. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Chennai Airport to Bucharest for August to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 17ºC to 33ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, lock in a cheap flight from MAA to Bucharest in January when temperatures average between -9ºC and 8ºC.
More about Bucharest
After booking your flight from Chennai Airport to Bucharest, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bucharest:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Old Town, Herastrau Park and Romanian Athenaeum (Ateneul Roman) are top attractions which should feature on any good Bucharest itinerary.
Complete your Bucharest trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Bucharest and explore the city at your own pace. Easily compare options in one go to find the perfect ride after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Chennai Airport to Bucharest.
