Question 1

How can I find cheap flights to Chennai on the eDreams website?

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At eDreams, we make it easy to find the perfect flight to Chennai, with fares starting from just $ 51. Our smart tech searches for the best deals, giving you heaps of options. Whether you’re after the cheapest fare or the most convenient schedule, we make planning your trip dead simple.

Question 2

What airlines fly to Chennai?

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These are the airlines with direct flights to Chennai:

IndiGo flies direct to Chennai from Colombo, Coimbatore, and Shirdi.
Air India also offers direct flights to Chennai from Delhi, Singapore, and Madurai. Perfect if you want a straightforward trip from these cities.

Here are some other options for flights to Chennai that might include a stopover:

Air Asia flies to Chennai from Sydney, Melbourne, and Perth.
IndiGo also heads to Chennai from Melbourne, Sydney, and Kuala Lumpur, giving you a few handy departure options.
Finally, Scoot flies to Chennai from lots of spots, including Melbourne, Sydney, and Perth.

Question 3

When traveling to Chennai, what's the recommended arrival time at the airport before my flight?

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To kick off your trip without any dramas, rock up to the airport 2–3 hours before your flight. This gives you plenty of time to check in, get through security, customs, and drop off your bags, and leaves room in case anything crops up.

With eDreams, you can snag top-flight deals to Chennai from over 55 cities. We’ve also got extras to make your airport time a breeze – priority boarding, extra luggage, and lounge access for a bit of comfort.

For extra peace of mind, think about picking a refundable fare or chucking on some travel insurance so you can start your trip feeling ready and relaxed.

Question 4

How many airports serve Chennai?

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Chennai is served by 1 airport[s]. The main one, Chennai International Airport, flies to 55 cities, with heaps of domestic and international options. The most popular flights head to Mumbai, Coimbatore, and Hyderabad. Whether you’re travelling for work or a holiday, there’s plenty of ways to get where you need to go.

Question 5

How far is the airport from the city center in Chennai?

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The Chennai International Airport, which serves Chennai, is about 16 kms from the city centre. Its handy location makes it easy for travellers to get to all the main attractions and amenities.

Question 6

What is the average cost to travel from the Chennai airport to the city center?

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When getting from the airport to the city, you’ve got a few options:

Public Transport: For around 0.51 $ per person, you can jump on a bus or train – cheap and easy.

Taxi: A taxi from Chennai International Airport to the city centre usually costs about 2.29 $ per kilometre. Perfect if you’ve got heaps of luggage or want to get there quick-smart.

Car Rental: For the ultimate freedom to explore Chennai at your own pace, grab a car with eDreams. Pick it up at Chennai International Airport and hit the road straight to your destination, stopping wherever you like along the way.

Question 7

What's a reasonable budget for a trip to Chennai?

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Planning a trip to Chennai? Here’s a quick run-down of what you might expect to spend on grub and drinks:

Affordable Dining: 3.39 $
Moderate Dining: 16.93 $
Cheap Restaurant: 6.77 $
Local Beer: 2.88 $
Imported Beer: 5.08 $
Coffee: 2.86 $
Soft Drinks: 0.70 $
Bottled Water: 0.26 $

Question 8

What's the weather like in Chennai?

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If you’re chasing sunshine, the best time to visit Chennai is during May, June, and April, when the average temperature hits around 35.88 °C. These months are also the sunniest, with heaps of sunshine – around 31.32 hours a day.

For cooler weather, plan your trip for January, February, and December, when temps drop to about 22.88 °C.

Want to avoid the wet stuff? Best to skip Chennai during February, March, and April, when rainfall peaks at around 7.9 mm. The driest months are January, February, and March, with just 0 mm of rain on average.

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