Chennai International Airport is situated at a distance of 7 km towards the south of the city. It is the third largest international and busiest airport in the country, after Delhi and Mumbai. The airport claims the distinction of being one of the first airports in India. The initial terminal was built at Meenambakkam, due to which it was known as the Meenambakkam Airport. The new terminal has been built at Pallavaram, which caters to the passenger traffic.

The old terminal is now used for cargo operations by the Indian company, Blue Dart. The passenger terminal complex at Pallavaram consists of two terminals, one of which is domestic, while the other is international. Both the terminals are connected via a link building, which has administrative offices as well as a restaurant. The domestic terminal is known as Kamaraj Terminal while the international is known as Anna Terminal.

Madras International Airport has flights running to all the major cities of the country. Also, it connects Chennai with the major cities and countries of the world via a strong air network. The airport is looked after by the Airports Authority of India. There are a number of facilities offered by the airports authority for the convenience of the passengers. Almost all these facilities have been mention in the information provided below.
Free Telephone in security hold area
Special Assistance for physically handicapped passengers.
Reserved parking, rest places, PCOs, Toilets, etc
Reserved lounge / Executive lounge
AAI (IAD) assistance counter
Pre-paid taxi & car rental counter at Kamaraj Domestic Terminal and Anna International Terminal
Infant lobby
Free medical facility
Free passengers trolleys
Retiring rooms & dormitory accommodation for transit passengers
Health scan facility at Kamaraj Domestic Terminal
Auto vending machines for snacks, newspapers, magazines, etc
Restaurant for passengers & visitors
Entertainment televisions
STD/ISD facilities on city side area and terminal
Vending machines for tea / coffee and cold drinks in city side and terminal
Airport declared as "No Smoking Zone"
ICICI/Indian Bank ATM counters at Kamaraj Domestic Terminal
Foreign exchange counters at departure/arrival/city side
Communication centre for Internet browsing, Email, Video Phone, Conference, etc
Video/Phone/Conference facility
Duty free shop
Gift shop, travelers requisite shop, book stall, etc
AMBU-Lift facility
Tourist Information Counter - Government of India
Railway reservation counter
City coach centre