Traveling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL): what you need to know
The timezone in Basel is UTC+1, which is four hours 30 minutes behind Chennai.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your MAA to BSL flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between MAA and BSL include:
Frankfurt Airport
Dubai Airport
London Heathrow Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
$310 is currently the best price for a one-way Chennai Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight. Return flights start at $636. These prices may change based on demand.
To score cheap tickets from MAA to BSL, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Chennai Airport to EuroAirport Swiss is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and score a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MAA to BSL by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Chennai Airport to EuroAirport Swiss, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
When it comes to Chennai Airport's on-time performance, data shows 76.04% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Chennai to Chennai Airport is approximately 19 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a trip time of about 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near MAA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Chennai Airport to EuroAirport Swiss or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Chennai Airport to EuroAirport Swiss flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near BSL instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up an EuroAirport Swiss rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Enterprise and experience the lesser-explored corners of Basel and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your vehicle from EuroAirport Swiss around three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to central Basel
EuroAirport Swiss to the center of Basel has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometers away.
It takes around 30 minutes if you're traveling on public transport.
When to fly to EuroAirport Swiss (BSL)
The quietest month for a flight from Chennai Airport to EuroAirport Swiss is January, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Basel based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Basel is July, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your flights from Chennai Airport to EuroAirport Swiss in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from MAA to BSL in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -5ºC (23ºF) and 8ºC (46ºF) on average.
Explore more of Switzerland
Zurich is just one of the many cities in Switzerland waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Basel. Around 72 kilometers away to the east, its best attractions include Bahnhofstrasse, Swiss National Museum and Grossmunster.
Bern is another sought-after destination in Switzerland and is around 72 kilometers south of Basel. No journey is complete without seeing Old Town Bern, Zytglogge and Bern Cathedral.