Question 1

Which Chennai terminal handles international flights now?

Accepted Answer

Terminal 2. It is the New Integrated Terminal Building that received the international-airline migration in 2023, and current AAI documents label it international. T1 and T4 are domestic.

Question 2

Is Chennai Terminal 4 domestic or international?

Accepted Answer

Domestic today. Older pages reflect the former arrangement, but the current AAI directory, connection guide, commercial documents and aerodrome chart all classify T4 as domestic. Check your booking because domestic flights can use T1 or T4.

Question 3

What happened to Terminal 3 at Chennai Airport?

Accepted Answer

AAI’s current passenger-terminal set lists T1 domestic, T2 international and T4 domestic; it skips T3. Do not use an old T3/T4 international guide to choose your drop-off point.

Question 4

Does Chennai Airport have a metro station at the terminals?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Chennai International Airport is on the Blue Line. Station entrance B serves the terminal side, and platform 2 runs towards Dr MGR Chennai Central; the terminal row connects by walkalator and electric buggy.

Question 5

Where is the suburban railway station for Chennai Airport?

Accepted Answer

Tirusulam, about 200 metres from the Airport Metro station. Use entrance A and the pedestrian subway. It is on the Chennai Beach route, serving Chennai Park near Chennai Central.

Question 6

How do I request wheelchair assistance at Chennai Airport?

Accepted Answer

Ask your airline when booking or at its ticket counter after arrival. AAI also lists wheelchair ramps, Braille and audible lift signals, accessible toilets and a paid ambulift at the airport.

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