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🚆 Chennai Metro: Mannadi to Chennai International Airport

The Blue Line of the Chennai Metro connects Mannadi to Chennai International Airport without any interchange. This direct route covers 241 km in approximately 481 minutes across 16 stations.

🛤️ Route Overview

This route on the Chennai Metro runs along the Blue Line with no line changes required. Mannadi station has been operational since 2019. Chennai International Airport station opened in 2016.

🗺️ Chennai Metro Map, Route and Ticket Price Guide

Use this Chennai Metro route map to plan the journey from Mannadi to Chennai International Airport. It includes the interchange, station-by-station route, travel time, distance and Chennai Metro ticket price in one place. If you are comparing a metro map, metro route map or metro fare before travelling, the route summary below provides the live journey data available for this corridor.

⏰ Operating Hours

🚇 First Train: 6:00 AM
🌙 Last Train: 11:00 PM
⏱️ Frequency: Every 5-15 minutes
⏳ Journey Time: ~481 minutes

💰 Fare Information

💵 Standard: INR 50
🎟️ Discounted: INR 40
💳 Smart Card: 10% off
* Discounts for seniors, students, etc.

🚉 Station-by-Station Guide

1

Mannadi

Blue Line
→ Next: high_court (1 min)
2

High Court

Blue Line
→ Next: mgr_central_chennai_central (4 min)
3

MGR Central (Chennai Central)

Blue Line
→ Next: government_estate (3 min)
4

Government Estate

Blue Line
→ Next: lic (1 min)
5

LIC

Blue Line
→ Next: thousand_lights (2 min)
6

Thousand Lights

Blue Line
→ Next: ag_dms (3 min)
7

AG-DMS

Blue Line
→ Next: teynampet (1 min)
8

Teynampet

Blue Line
→ Next: nandanam (1 min)
9

Nandanam

Blue Line
→ Next: saidapet (3 min)
10

Saidapet

Blue Line
→ Next: little_mount (2 min)
11

Little Mount

Blue Line
→ Next: guindy (2 min)
12

Guindy

Blue Line
→ Next: arignar_anna_alandur (2 min)
13

Arignar Anna Alandur

Blue Line
→ Next: nanganallur_road (221 min)
14

Nanganallur Road

Blue Line
→ Next: meenambakkam (225 min)
15

Meenambakkam

Blue Line
→ Next: chennai_international_airport (3 min)
16

Chennai International Airport

Blue Line
🏁 Terminal Station

📍 Detailed Journey Breakdown

1

Mannadi → High Court

📏 Distance: 0.87 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
2

High Court → Mgr Central Chennai Central

📏 Distance: 2.41 km
⏱️ Time: 4 min
3

MGR Central (Chennai Central) → Government Estate

📏 Distance: 1.71 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
4

Government Estate → Lic

📏 Distance: 0.92 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
5

LIC → Thousand Lights

📏 Distance: 1.07 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
6

Thousand Lights → Ag Dms

📏 Distance: 1.90 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
7

AG-DMS → Teynampet

📏 Distance: 0.83 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
8

Teynampet → Nandanam

📏 Distance: 0.88 km
⏱️ Time: 1 min
9

Nandanam → Saidapet

📏 Distance: 1.66 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min
10

Saidapet → Little Mount

📏 Distance: 1.11 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
11

Little Mount → Guindy

📏 Distance: 1.30 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
12

Guindy → Arignar Anna Alandur

📏 Distance: 1.38 km
⏱️ Time: 2 min
13

Arignar Anna Alandur → Nanganallur Road

📏 Distance: 110.73 km
⏱️ Time: 221 min
14

Nanganallur Road → Meenambakkam

📏 Distance: 112.57 km
⏱️ Time: 225 min
15

Meenambakkam → Chennai International Airport

📏 Distance: 1.53 km
⏱️ Time: 3 min

🏢 Station Facilities

🚉

Mannadi

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

High Court

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Government Estate

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

LIC

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Thousand Lights

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

AG-DMS

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Teynampet

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Nandanam

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Saidapet

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Little Mount

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Guindy

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Arignar Anna Alandur

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Nanganallur Road

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Meenambakkam

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets
🚉

Chennai International Airport

Available facilities:
Parking Toilets

💡 Travel Tips

  • Arrive at least 5 minutes before the scheduled departure time
  • Check for any service advisories before traveling
  • Consider purchasing a smart card for faster boarding and discounts
  • During peak hours (8-10 AM and 5-7 PM), trains may be more crowded

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Route & Timing

Q: How many stops are there from Mannadi to Chennai International Airport on the Chennai Metro?
A: There are 16 stations on this route, covering 241 km. No line change is required — it is a direct journey.

Q: What is the first and last Chennai Metro from Mannadi?
A: The first metro from Mannadi departs at 6:00 AM and the last train is at 11:00 PM. Timings may vary — check the official metro app.

Q: How long does it take from Mannadi to Chennai International Airport by Chennai Metro?
A: The journey takes approximately 481 minutes under normal conditions, covering 241 km across 16 stations.

Fare & Tickets

Q: What is the Chennai Metro fare from Mannadi to Chennai International Airport?
A: The standard token fare is INR 50. With a smart card, you pay INR 40 (10% discount applied automatically).

Q: Is there a discount on Chennai Metro tickets?
A: Yes. Smart card holders get a flat 10% discount on all fares. The fare from Mannadi to Chennai International Airport drops from INR 50 to INR 40.

Station Facilities

Q: What facilities are available at Mannadi metro station?
A: Mannadi is equipped with: Parking, Toilets. The station has been operational since 2019.

Q: What facilities are available at Chennai International Airport metro station?
A: Chennai International Airport offers: Parking, Toilets. It has been operational since 2016.

🏁 Conclusion

The Chennai Metro route from Mannadi to Chennai International Airport is a 241 km, 481-minute journey with no line change. At INR 50 (or INR 40 with smart card), it is one of the most affordable and reliable ways to travel across Chennai.

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