Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ): what you need to know
Bologna's timezone is UTC+1, making Bologna four hours 30 minutes behind Chennai.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your MAA to BLQ flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chennai Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between MAA and BLQ:
Dubai Airport
Frankfurt Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
Right now, P16,389 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chennai Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is P32,817. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MAA to BLQ if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from Chennai Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Chennai Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
Of all flights departing from Chennai Airport, 76.04% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Chennai Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near MAA. Whether you have an early flight from Chennai Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
Reserve a hotel close to BLQ if you're on a late Chennai Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Guglielmo Marconi Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or RentSmart24 and explore beyond Bologna's usual tourist stops.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Guglielmo Marconi Airport around two weeks ahead.
Getting from Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ) to central Bologna
From Guglielmo Marconi Airport, Bologna is approximately 10 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 30 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Guglielmo Marconi Airport (BLQ)
June is the busiest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Bologna in January.
Lock in your flight from Chennai Airport to Guglielmo Marconi Airport for July if you'd like to visit Bologna during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MAA to BLQ in January. Average temperatures are between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) then.
Explore more of Italy
Bologna has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Italy you should also see. Around 306 kilometres south of Bologna, a visit to Rome will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Colosseum, World’s smallest country Vatican City tour - City of Rome Capital, Italy (Self-Guided free walking tour) by FreeGuides.com and Trevi Fountain.
Milan is another must-experience destination in Italy and is around 209 kilometres north-west of Bologna. No journey is complete without a visit to Grande Museo del Duomo di Milano, Milan Cathedral and The Last Supper Museum.
