Delhi to Chennai connects North India to Tamil Nadu's cultural capital — 2,200 km, 2.5 hours by air, and one of India's top 5 domestic routes.
Quick Facts
- Distance: 2,200 km
- Flight time: 2 hrs 30 min
- Daily flights: 10+
- Fare range: ₹3,500-₹8,000
Must-Do in Chennai
- 🏖️ Marina Beach: World's 2nd longest urban beach
- 🛕 Kapaleeshwarar Temple: 7th century Dravidian architecture
- 🏛️ Mahabalipuram: UNESCO shore temples (60 km from Chennai)
- 🍛 Filter coffee + idli sambar: At Murugan Idli Shop or Saravana Bhavan
Pricing Tips
- 💰 ₹3,500 common on Tue-Wed with 2-week advance booking
- 📈 Pongal season (Jan): Prices spike 50-80% — book months early
- 🚇 Airport metro: ₹70 to city center via Chennai Metro