About Chennai International Airport (MAA)

Chennai International Airport (MAA) is one of India's busiest airports, handling around 23 million passengers in the 2025-26 financial year. It sits in Tirusulam, about 12 km south of central Chennai, and is the main gateway to Tamil Nadu.

Terminals and Airlines

MAA runs three terminals: Terminal 1 and Terminal 4 handle domestic flights, while Terminal 2 is the dedicated international terminal. Free shuttle buses connect the terminals for transferring passengers. IndiGo and Air India are the largest carriers here, with Emirates among the leading international airlines, alongside regional operators like Alliance Air.

Where Flights from MAA Connect To

MAA connects Chennai to major Indian metros and to international hubs across the Gulf, Southeast Asia and beyond. For fares and schedules on specific routes, check Traveloka's dedicated flight pages, which cover route pricing in more depth than this overview.

Getting To and From the City

MAA is one of the few Indian airports with a direct metro connection: the Chennai Metro Blue Line runs from the airport station into the city at a flat fare capped around ₹50, making it one of the cheapest airport rail links in India. Tirusulam suburban railway station is about 2 km away, and MTC city buses and metered taxis also serve the airport.

Facilities

The terminals offer lounges, duty-free shopping, dining and free Wi-Fi, typical of a major Indian international gateway.

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