Chennai Airport (MAA) — Live Departures Today
Chennai International Airport — T1 (domestic) and T4 (international) are about 1.5 km apart. A free shuttle connects them. Do not assume you are at the right terminal — check your ticket carefully.
Enter the flight number (e.g. 6E2341, AI803, SG142) on our flight-status search:
Search Flight Status →Terminals at Chennai Airport
| Terminal | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Terminal 1 (Domestic) | Domestic only | Anna Terminal — handles all domestic departures and arrivals. |
| Terminal 4 (International) | International only | Kamarajar Terminal — handles all international flights including Air India international. |
Airlines departing from Chennai Airport
| Airline | Terminal (departure) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 6E | Terminal 1 (T1) | IndiGo domestic Chennai flights use Terminal 1 (Anna Terminal). IndiGo international flights (e.g., Singapore) use T4. |
| SG | Terminal 1 (T1) | SpiceJet domestic flights use Terminal 1. International SpiceJet uses T4. |
| QP | Terminal 1 (T1) | Akasa Air uses Terminal 1 at Chennai. |
| AI | Terminal 1 (T1) domestic / T4 international | Air India domestic flights use T1; international Air India flights (e.g., Singapore, Dubai) depart from T4. |
| IX | Terminal 1 (T1) | Air India Express uses Terminal 1 at Chennai. |
| EK | Terminal 4 (T4) | Emirates operates from the international Terminal 4 at Chennai. |
| QR | Terminal 4 (T4) | Qatar Airways uses Terminal 4. |
| SQ | Terminal 4 (T4) | Singapore Airlines operates from T4 at Chennai. |
Tracking Chennai airport departures
For real-time Chennai airport departure status, the most accurate source is the official airport's display or your operating airline's website/app. Live departures data on this page refreshes every 60–90 seconds from ATC + airline systems.
Recommended airport-arrival lead times for Chennai: 2 hours before for domestic flights, 3 hours before for international. Web check-in opens 48 hours before departure on most Indian carriers and closes 1–2 hours before. Skip airport check-in queues by doing web check-in OR adding HappyFares Web Check-In Assist (₹349/passenger) — we handle it for you and send the boarding pass via WhatsApp.
Chennai airport note: T1 (domestic) and T4 (international) are about 1.5 km apart. A free shuttle connects them. Do not assume you are at the right terminal — check your ticket carefully.
Getting to Chennai airport: Chennai Metro connects to Meenambakkam station (near T1) and Tirusulam station (T4/international). Takes ~30 min from Central station.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check live departure status at Chennai airport?
Enter your flight number (e.g. 6E2341, AI803, SG142) in the flight-status search on this page. Live data updates every 60–90 seconds from ATC and airline operations systems. Alternatively, the operating airline's app or website typically has the most accurate real-time information. For MAA-specific live screens, visit the airport's official website or use the airport-information displays in the terminal.
How many airlines operate from Chennai airport?
Approximately 8+ airlines operate scheduled flights from Chennai airport (MAA), including major Indian carriers like IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet, Akasa Air, and Air India Express, plus international airlines on Gulf, Southeast Asia, and Europe/North America routes.
How many terminals does Chennai airport have?
Chennai airport (MAA) has 2 terminals: Terminal 1, Terminal 4. Terminal assignments by airline are listed above. ALWAYS check your boarding pass for the correct terminal — assignments occasionally change.
How early should I arrive at Chennai airport before a flight?
Recommended airport-arrival lead times for Chennai (MAA): 2 hours before for domestic flights and 3 hours before for international flights. During festive peaks (Diwali, Christmas-New Year) and Friday/Sunday evenings, add another 30 minutes. Web check-in (opens 48 hours before, closes 1-2 hours before) lets you skip check-in queues at the airport.
What is the IATA code for Chennai airport?
Chennai airport's IATA code is MAA. The full official airport name is Chennai International Airport. Use this code when booking, tracking, or referring to the airport in flight schedules and itineraries.
How do I get to Chennai airport from the city?
Chennai Metro connects to Meenambakkam station (near T1) and Tirusulam station (T4/international). Takes ~30 min from Central station.
How early does web check-in open at Chennai airport?
Web check-in on most Indian airlines opens 48 hours before departure and closes 60-90 minutes before for domestic flights, 60-120 minutes before for international flights. IndiGo web check-in opens at 48h. Air India: 48h web check-in window. SpiceJet: 48h. Always confirm specific airline cut-offs by clicking the airline name above.
Last updated: 24 May 2026. Live status data refreshes every 60–90 seconds.