โฐ Minimum Connection Times
Domestic โ Domestic
60
minutes
Domestic โ International
90
minutes
International โ Domestic
90
minutes
International โ International
120
minutes
Interline Connections
120
minutes
๐ข Terminal Information
Chennai International Airport has two primary passenger areas: the older Kamaraj Domestic Terminal (T1) on the north side and the newer integrated terminal handling international departures and arrivals (T4/T2) to the south. A covered skybridge links the buildings, and moving between them typically takes 7โ10 minutes on foot with clear overhead signage. Gates for widebody international services are clustered on the southern concourse, while domestic gates largely occupy the northern pier, so allow extra time if your connection requires swapping sides.
Security screening for domestic flights sits immediately after the check-in halls in T1, with three to five lanes open during peaks; international passengers clear a separate checkpoint in the combined T4/T2 area after immigration. Early mornings (04:00โ07:00) and late evenings (20:00โ23:00) see the longest waits, often 20โ35 minutes, while mid-day queues are usually under 15 minutes. Transit passengers connecting airside between international flights can follow โTransfer Deskโ signs near Gate 17 to avoid re-clearing security when eligible.
Arriving international passengers proceed to immigration counters on Level 1 of the southern terminal, where e-Visa and Indian passport lines are separated; processing typically ranges from 15โ40 minutes depending on charter activity. Customs checkpoints follow baggage reclaim with a Red/Green channel layout, and domestic-to-domestic transfers require collecting bags landside before re-checking at T1. Disabled and senior travelers can request assistance desks near Belt 3 and at the curbside, and there is a dedicated immigration counter for wheelchair users.
Amenities are concentrated landside in the common forecourt and airside near the southern gates, with 24-hour restaurants such as Saravana Bhavan and international options like Subway and Cafรฉ Coffee Day. Lounges include the Travel Club in both domestic and international areas, plus airline-specific lounges used by Star Alliance carriers near Gate 16. Retail ranges from handicrafts and electronics to duty-free shops positioned after outbound immigration.
Accessibility is supported by elevators at every pier junction, tactile floor paths, and wheelchair-accessible restrooms. Family rooms with changing stations sit near Gates 5 and 17, and a small childrenโs play corner is in the domestic departure lounge. Baby-care rooms and drinking-water stations are signposted throughout both terminals, and free WiโFi is available after OTP verification.
๐ Connection Tips
Allow adequate time for connections. Check with airline for specific requirements.
โฐ Minimum Connection Times
Domestic โ Domestic
60
minutes
Domestic โ International
90
minutes
Interline Connections
120
minutes
๐ข Terminal Information
Lengpui Airport (AJL) serves Aizawl, Mizoram, from a single passenger terminal set amid hilly terrain. The departures hall hosts airline checkโin counters and baggage drop; after security screening, passengers proceed to a compact airside lounge for groundโlevel boarding or buses to remote stands. Arrivals deplane onto the apron and route to baggage claim before exiting to the forecourt.\n\nThe terminal is compact and walkable. From curb/parking to checkโin is typically 2โ4 minutes. From security to the gates takes about 3โ5 minutes; remote stands add 2โ3 minutes by bus. There are no interโterminal transfers.\n\nSecurity screening follows Indian civil aviation standards. AJL handles domestic services; immigration and customs formalities for international itineraries occur at larger hubs. Monsoon weather and low cloud can affect schedulesโbuild in buffer time.\n\nAmenities include restrooms, seating, snack kiosks/tea stalls, limited retail, ATMs, and carโrental desks when staffed. WiโFi availability can vary. Taxis and preโbooked cars connect to Aizawl; parking is just outside the terminal.\n\nAccessibility is supported with stepโfree routes and accessible restrooms; wheelchair assistance may be booked with airlines. Family facilities are modestโbring baby supplies and snacks as queues can form during peak flights.
๐ Connection Tips
Allow adequate time for connections. Check with airline for specific requirements.
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