Transit in Chennai airport

We arrive from London with BA into Chennai and transit to Colombo.
We only have hand luggage.

How long do we need for the connection and do we need a transit visa?

Best Answer

Immigration could take around 30 minutes. Your flights are both international and should be in the same terminal. The gate will close around 45 minutes before departure.

From this website:

If you meet all of the following conditions, you can transit through India without visa. The conditions are:

Layover time is less than 24 hours as determined by scheduled arrival and departure times;

With confirmed plane tickets to a third country;

Staying in the specific Transit Area (means no clearing immigration, no re-checking your luggage).

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Can transit passengers leave Chennai airport?

Transit passengers can now avail the stay option at Chennai airport and get the much-needed rest between flights. The facility is a 10 minute walk from both the domestic and international terminals.

Is Epass required to go to Chennai airport?

E-Pass Chennai. The Government of Tamil Nadu has made 'e-Pass' compulsory for all domestic and international travelers entering Tamil Nadu from all States/Union Territories. With the sudden surge in coronavirus cases, the state has taken several measures to curb the spread of infection.

Can we stay overnight in Chennai airport?

Now, transit passengers who travel through the Chennai airport can opt for a 'stay' option to provide them with some much-needed rest between flights. Located close to the airport terminals, the facility also offers overnight stays.

Is TN E-Pass required for air travel?

Tamil NaduAll passengers arriving into Tamil Nadu must obtain a mandatory TN e-pass by registering on https://tnepass.tnega.org before their travel.

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