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The distance between the city center of Chennai in India and Chennai International Airport is approximately 21 kilometers. You can cover this distance by taking a train, bus, taxi or by renting a car, in 50 minutes on average.

Train

Train is the most used means of transportation of Chennai, which is a large and crowded city. Trains depart every 5-6 minutes, and their period between the stops is 2 minutes. When you want to go to the airport from the city center, there are no stops right in front of the terminal; however, you can take a short walk when you get off at Tirusulam stop. The duration of your journey depends on the station you take the train at in the city. To get off at this stop, you must come to Park Train Station in the city center and then take one of the local trains going to Tambaram or Chengalpet direction. 

Contrary to the general perception in the country, the wagons of the trains in Chennai are quite clean and have air conditioners. One train ticket costs maximum 40 Indian Rupees (1 INR=0.015 USD), and you can buy the tickets at every station. This cost is more reasonable than the airport transfers with a rented car or taxi; it is the most economical transportation alternative.

Bus

In your transfers to the airport from the city center, another economical alternative is to take a bus. This journey, by local buses, takes approximately 40 minutes. You can come close to the airport by the buses that you can take from the bus stops in the city center and goes from the direction of Thindivam (Trichy). The first bus departs from the harbor in the city center at 10:00 every day. Because the drivers are quite used to tourists, you can get their help for the stop you are going to get off at.

Taxi

If your backpack is not the only thing with you and you do not want to wait at bus stops or train stations, the most practical option you can prefer for transfer to the airport from the city center of Chennai is to take a taxi. Taxis, which you can stop within the traffic or reserve on the Internet, are active 24/7, and you can complete your transfer in about 30 minutes by taking them. For your transfer, which will cost 350-500 Indian Rupees on average, you can call a taxi from the well-known companies such as City Taxi (+91 82972 82979) and Fast Track (+91 44288 89999). You can also save money by benefitting from joint taxis, which are among the alternatives that tourists mostly resort to.

Car Rental

If your flight is at an early hour and you want to go to the airport with your own car, you will encounter several companies in the city, offering options in this matter. In order to see compared prices in the type of vehicle you prefer, you can search regional companies on the Internet and get offers from international brands such as Hertz, Avis, Alamo and Europcar.

Airport Information

Chennai International Airport serves Chennai, which is one of the biggest cities of India. With its active traffic, it is the fourth busiest airport of India following Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. The airport, which is visited by approximately 20 million passengers per year and has adjacent international and domestic flights terminals, is located 21 kilometers far from the city center. While the domestic flights terminal is named after K. Kamaraj, one of the former Indian ministers, the international flights terminal is named as CN Annadurai.

While waiting for the departure of your plane in Chennai International Airport, which is the busiest airport of South India, you can visit shops and spend time in restaurants and cafes. Besides, the airport provides services such as free Wi-Fi, car rental offices and ATMs.

Australia's fifth largest city Adelaide is a city worth seeing with its modern architecture and luxurious entertainment venues. Passengers who want to get here can travel to Adelaide International Airport. There is a distance of 7 kilometers between the city center and the airport. You can take a taxi, rent a car or take advantage of private shuttles to access the center from the airport in the western part of the city.

Bus

It is possible to get to many parts of the city including the city center by taking one of the J1, JA, J1X or J3 lines among public transport buses called JetBus. These vehicles usually operate at fifteen minute intervals and arrive at the city center between fifteen and twenty minutes. It is worth noting that these buses have slightly higher ticket prices. If you get a single ticket, you can travel for two hours at no extra charge after your journey begins. If you are considering frequent use of public transport, it will be more cost-effective to collect from visitor cards which will allow you to enjoy unlimited public transport for three days.

Shuttle

With private shuttles organized by Skylink Adelaide Company, you have the option to travel to many parts of the city. Fares for this service may vary depending on the distance you are going. If you will be traveling close to the city center, Skylink shuttles offer a more affordable option than public transport. You can also get to the Keswick Intercity Train Station by these shuttles. It is also possible to use the shuttles known by the name Airport City Shuttle. These are available between 06:00 and 18:00 on weekdays and Saturdays, and between 06:00 and 17:00 on Sundays.

Taxi

You can also take a taxi for a more comfortable ride. Taxi fares are not very different than buses. There are taxis waiting for you at the terminal exit.

Car Rental

It is also possible to rent a car from Rent a Car offices located at the terminal kiosks. You can also book your car online.