Flight tickets from Patna to Chennai

Travel Guide to Chennai

Chennai formerly known as Madras is situated on the Bay of Bengal in eastern India, is the capital of the Indian State of Tamil Nadu. Over a period of time, it has become one of the biggest cultural, economic as well as educational centres in South Asia. The city is undoubtedly the soul of Southern India and is a fascinating place to visit. It has a tropical climate throughout the year due to its coastal advantage, the temperature does not vary much. It is the home to the first English fortress, Fort St. George, in India which was built in 1644. That's not all! It also has the world's second largest beach, Marina Beach and a group of monuments in the town of Mahapaluram which is recognized as a UNESCO World heritage site. Being a melting pot of varied cultures and contemporary lifestyle, this city aptly fits as the ideal destination for tourists.

Climate

If you are heading from Patna to Chennai, you might like to keep a check on the climatic conditions of this city to make the most of your short vacation. The climate of the city remains warm and humid almost throughout the year with a slight fall in mercury during the short winters. The perfect time to plan out your holiday in Chennai is in the months of February and March or from September to December as it is during this period when temperatures hover around 20° Celsius.

Sightseeing

The Soul Of The South has hundreds of bits of interesting places scattered all over the city, from Marina Beach, the longest natural urban beach in the country to Kapaleeshwarar Temple, Tamil Nadu's most worshipped deity, from Government Museum, the second oldest museum in India with an ample collections of archaeological and numismatic to Dakshina Chitra which is 21 years old living-history museum reflecting South Indian traditions and cultures, from Arignar Anna Zoological Park, the largest zoological park in India to the Madras Light House, a famous landmark on the Marina Beach. There are many things to do in Chennai for an adventure junkie too such as scuba diving, trekking, parasailing and what not!

Shopping

Chennai is a vibrant and colorful city with diversities within its cultures. Being a tourist, you could take back some memories from the local markets here where you could buy anything from branded items to local handicrafts. If you want feel like a local in this all new city, you need to explore the markets in T. Nagar where there is everything from home décor to fancy sarees. Sounds exciting? To experience a bit of North Indian shopping, you are recommended to go for street shopping at Sowcarpet, a sprawling market in Chennai. Do not miss out the Spencer plaza which is among the oldest malls in the city.

Food

You will be surprised to know that this city does not restrict itself to South Indian cuisine. There are many mouthwatering dishes here which you cannot afford to miss out whether its filter coffee, a specialty of the city's coffee snobs, or sundal (White Channa) which is served best at Marine Beach. Nethili fry pompously showcases the city's love for sea food and you will find some great places for Biryani in Chennai too, that will affirm the belief that South India does Biryani just as well as the folks up north.

Airport Information for Patna to Chennai

Departure

Jay Prakash Narayan international Airport (PAT)
Shaheed Pir Ali Khan Marg, Sheikhpura, Patna

Arrival

Chennai International Airport (MAA)
GST Rd, Meenambakkam, Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Getting to Patna Airport

• The Airport is 5 kilometers away from the Patna Railway Station. You can easily hire private cars, cabs or taxis to reach to the airport
• You can even take a local bus from Mitapur, the closest bus stop which is 7 kilometers away from the Airport. From there, you can either take state bus or hire private cars.

Traveling from Chennai Airport

• You can avail the pre-paid taxi services from the airport.
• You can even either pre-book private cars or cabs through online mobile apps to reach your hotel
• Avail pickup facility provided by your hotel.