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Important Information about Chennai to Salem Flights
| Today Lowest Fare | Rs. 3736 |
| Total Flights Chennai to Salem in a week | 39 flights |
| First flight | IndiGo - departs at 14:10 |
| Last flight | IndiGo - departs at 11:35 |
| popular Airlines from Chennai to Salem | SpiceJet, Akasa Air, IndiGo, and Air India |
| Airport codes flights from Chennai to Salem | Chennai , Salem |
Chennai
About Chennai
Chennai is a mix of ancient temples, sunrise beaches, spicy food, and a surprisingly cool arts scene. It’s both deeply traditional and wildly innovative—home to Carnatic music, global IT firms, and everything in between. With excellent air connectivity, Chennai International Airport is one of the top choices for travelers heading to Tamil Nadu or nearby coastal spots. Round-trip and one-way flights here are easy to find, with regular departures across India and Southeast Asia.
Chennai Airport and Rail
Chennai International Airport (MAA) is located about 20 km from the city center and has two terminals: • Kamaraj Terminal – Domestic • Anna Terminal – International It’s a fairly busy airport, so arrive early. The metro line connects straight to the airport for stress-free travel. Chennai Central and Egmore are major rail stations with trains across South and North India—perfect for multi-modal travel plans.
Chennai Stay And Eat
T Nagar and Nungambakkam are popular for tourists. Guindy and OMR are ideal for business travelers. For luxury, Marina Beach-facing hotels are unbeatable. Food is an event here: - Start your day with idli, vada, and filter coffee - Try Chettinad cuisine for spicy, rich flavors - End with jigarthanda or elaneer payasam Night owls can explore food streets like Anna Nagar or Besant Nagar for rolls and shawarma.
Popular Markets in Chennai
• T Nagar – Sarees, gold jewelry, and everything ethnic • Pondy Bazaar – Casual shopping and local chaos • Express Avenue Mall – Movies, brands, cool cafés • Parry’s Corner – Wholesale heaven for the curious shopper Markets here are full of charm—and unbeatable bargains.
Chennai Transport
Chennai Metro: Fast, safe, and connects to the airport - Suburban trains: Great for budget commuters - Autos and app cabs are easy to book - Buses are everywhere, but best for experienced travelers From airport to city center: 30–45 mins by cab, 20 mins via metro.
Must Visit Places In Chennai
Make room for these in your trip: 1. Marina Beach – Sunrise walks and corn-on-the-cob 2. Kapaleeshwarar Temple – Dravidian architecture magic 3. Santhome Church – Peaceful and historic 4. Dakshinachitra – Cultural showcase near ECR 5. Mahabalipuram – Stunning stone carvings (day trip) If your flight schedule allows, take the scenic ECR road for a half-day trip.
Chennai Weather
• Best time: November to February – cooler and perfect for sightseeing • Summer: March to June is very hot—early flights are best • Monsoon: October-November is wet but beautiful Storms can cause occasional delays—keep an eye on flight status in winter.
Airport Near Fun
Got time to kill? • Phoenix MarketCity – Big mall with food courts and events (30 mins from airport) • Guindy National Park – Nature in the city • Local cafés in Alandur or Velachery for a chill pre-boarding meal
Chennai Airport Facilities And Baggage Info
MAA offers: • Free Wi-Fi, decent lounges, and prepaid taxi counters • Quick baggage turnaround, but longer queues during peak hours Standard baggage limits apply: 15–25 kg check-in, 7–8 kg cabin. Always double-check with your airline.
Chennai Airport Flight Boarding Docs
Pack these: • Digital or printed ticket • Any government-issued photo ID (Aadhaar, PAN, Passport, Voter ID, DL) • Infant birth certificate or student ID if needed Digital copies via authorized apps are accepted.
Flight Tips
1. • Avoid peak traffic hours (9–11 AM & 6–8 PM) • Metro is the fastest way to beat road delays • Round-trip bookings often unlock better prices—especially for weekend getaways • Chennai is a great hub to explore Pondicherry, Mahabs, and South India—build it into your multi-city route Chennai is coastal cool with a cultural hear
Salem
About Salem
Salem is Tamil Nadu’s rising star—a young, creative city where engineering colleges, indie bakeries, and 'open mic' nights create a never-boring buzz. You’ll see students designing robots at midnight in tea stalls, artists painting Kolam outside heritage bungalows, and trekkers prepping for Yercaud over filter coffee. Salem’s youth love mixing ancient culture with new ideas—one day it’s temple festivals, the next it’s food truck carnivals or K-pop dance battles.
Salem Airport and Rail
Salem Airport (SXV) is compact but modern, just 20 km from the city, with direct flights to Chennai, Bangalore, and other metros. Digital check-in, easy security, and quick boarding are standard—most flights time perfectly with college breaks and festival weekends. Salem Junction is a Southern Rail hub—direct trains to Chennai, Coimbatore, Hyderabad, and Kerala. Students book group tickets and love the 'smart lounge' (WiFi, digital ticketing, and street food counters). E-rickshaws and campus cabs connect stations, hostels, and city malls.
Salem Stay And Eat
Salem’s student hostels and guesthouses are lively, affordable, and close to colleges or malls. Rooftop co-living spaces run poetry nights, group dinners, and terrace yoga. Eat at local bakeries for Salem’s famous 'eggless cakes,' or hit night markets for appam, kothu parotta, or chocolate dosa. Food trucks park outside colleges at dusk with fusion wraps, healthy bowls, and South Indian chaats. Vegan and gluten-free are always on the menu.
Popular Markets in Salem
Head to Five Roads for boho fashion, sneakers, and 'art on demand' stalls. Fancy shopping? Omalur Main Road’s malls and movie multiplexes are youth hubs, and the Sunday flea market near New Bus Stand is famous for thrifted tees, Tamil novels, and startup gadgets.
Salem Transport
App cabs, cycle shares, e-rickshaws, and city buses make getting around easy. Student hostel groups organize minivans for airport drops, and there’s always a WhatsApp group for last-minute carpooling to the latest music fest.
Must Visit Places In Salem
Don’t miss a sunrise trek to Yercaud Hills, temple-hopping through the old city, or stand-up comedy at a local bakery. Colleges host open-air film nights, and mural art trails run through college neighborhoods. Every youth club does weekend hikes, and the Science Park is a student favorite for 'learn and chill' afternoons.
Salem Weather
October–February is perfect—cool, fresh, and full of fests. March–June is hot but ideal for night markets and riverside hangouts. Monsoon is lush and green—bring a raincoat and check flight status if traveling July–September.
Airport Near Fun
Got extra time? Hit a filter coffee shop near the airport or check out the pop-up flea market outside the terminal. For long layovers, join a hostel’s 'city intro' walk or get a local guide for a food crawl.
Salem Airport Facilities And Baggage Info
Salem Airport offers fast WiFi, snack stalls, charging points, and quick baggage claim. 15 kg checked, 7 kg cabin is standard—ask your airline for group travel or extra books. Lost & found, digital info desks, and car hires are all available.
Salem Airport Flight Boarding Docs
E-ticket, government ID, and hostel/student ID for young travelers. DigiLocker is accepted for paperless boarding. Groups should print or save hostel bookings for check-in.
Flight Tips
Arrive at least 75 minutes early—airport is easy but gets lively on festival weekends. Book a group cab via hostel chat for savings. Window seat = green hills and city lights. Check your airline app for monsoon updates. Make friends in the waiting area—Salem’s best adventures start with a quick hello!
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