Chennai International Airport (MAA) is about 15 km from the centre of Chennai. A Ridhu Cabs Sedan from the city centre costs about ₹850 (airport rides are billed on a 30 km minimum plus driver bata). Pay the driver at the drop.
Chennai International Airport (MAA) taxi fare from Chennai
Estimated airport fares from the centre of Chennai, about 15 km away. Your actual fare depends on where your pickup address is; enter it in the Airport tab of the booking form for the exact figure.
| Car | Seats | Rate | One way | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 SedanDzire, Etios or similar | 4 | ₹15/km | ₹850 | Book |
 Prime SedanAmaze, Ciaz or similar | 4 | ₹16/km | ₹880 | Book |
 SUVErtiga, Xylo or similar | 6 | ₹20/km | ₹1,000 | Book |
 InnovaToyota Innova | 7 | ₹21/km | ₹1,130 | Book |
 Innova CrystaToyota Innova Crysta | 7 | ₹23/km | ₹1,190 | Book |
Airport rides use one way rates with a 30 km minimum, plus bata. Tolls and parking are extra at actuals.
Taxi to MAA airport from nearby cities
Living outside Chennai? These are estimated fares from other cities to the airport (road distance to Chennai plus about 15 km to the terminal).
| From | Distance | Sedan | Innova |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mahabalipuram | ~70 km | ₹1,450 | ₹1,970 |
| Kanchipuram | ~87 km | ₹1,705 | ₹2,327 |
| Vellore | ~145 km | ₹2,575 | ₹3,545 |
| Tirupati | ~150 km | ₹2,650 | ₹3,650 |
| Pondicherry | ~165 km | ₹2,875 | ₹3,965 |
| Villupuram | ~175 km | ₹3,025 | ₹4,175 |
| Cuddalore | ~190 km | ₹3,250 | ₹4,490 |
| Ambur | ~193 km | ₹3,295 | ₹4,553 |
| Tiruvannamalai | ~205 km | ₹3,475 | ₹4,805 |
| Vaniyambadi | ~215 km | ₹3,625 | ₹5,015 |
| Tirupattur | ~230 km | ₹3,850 | ₹5,330 |
| Chidambaram | ~235 km | ₹3,925 | ₹5,435 |
Timing your Chennai International Airport (MAA) ride
A good rule is to be at the terminal two to three hours before your flight; we plan the pickup time backwards from your flight time.
Getting out of Chennai is about timing: GST Road, OMR, ECR and the Bypass each choke at different hours, so a pre-dawn or late-evening start saves the most time.
- We run 24 hours, so 3 AM and midnight pickups are routine.
- Share your flight number or time in the booking and we will confirm the driver the evening before.
- Pickups from the airport: the driver waits at arrivals and calls you when you land.
- Luggage-heavy? An SUV or Innova takes more bags than a Sedan.
About Chennai and the airport
Chennai International Airport serves Chennai, the capital of Tamil Nadu and the gateway to the south. It is at Meenambakkam, about 15 km from the city centre. Hubs we serve in Chennai: Chennai International Airport (MAA), Chennai Central railway station, Chennai Egmore railway station and Kilambakkam bus terminus.
Popular pickup areas in Chennai: T. Nagar, Anna Nagar, Velachery, Tambaram, Sholinganallur, Guindy and Porur.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is a taxi to Chennai International Airport?
A Sedan from the centre of Chennai (about 15 km) costs around ₹850, an SUV about ₹1,000 and an Innova about ₹1,130. Airport rides are billed on a 30 km minimum with driver bata.
How far is MAA airport from Chennai?
Chennai International Airport is about 15 km from the centre of Chennai, at Meenambakkam.
Can I book an early-morning airport taxi?
Yes. We run 24 hours. Choose the time in the Airport tab of the booking form and give us your flight time.
Do you offer airport pickup as well as drop?
Yes. The Airport tab has both: drop to the airport or pick up from the airport.
Do I pay in advance?
No. You pay the driver in cash or UPI at the end of the ride.
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