Car hire at Chennai Airport

Driver's age: 26-65

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Cheap car hire at Chennai airport

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Mini car
Mini
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Economy car
Economy
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Compact car
Compact
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Intermediate car
Intermediate
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Standard
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Most popular car type

Intermediate

KAYAK’s insights & trends for Chennai Airport car hire

Check out the latest trends and booking tips to hire a car in Chennai Airport with confidence.

How far in advance should you book car hire in Chennai Airport?

You should book your car hire in Chennai Airport around 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price.

What is the best car hire company in Chennai Airport?

Based on ratings and reviews from real users on KAYAK, the best car hire companies in Chennai Airport are Europcar (2.0), SS Travels (2.0), and keddy by Europcar (6.2).
Europcar
Europcar
Rated 2.0/10
SS Travels
SS Travels
Rated 2.0/10
keddy by Europcar
keddy by Europcar
Rated 6.2/10
Avis
Avis
Rated 0.0/10

What is the most popular car to hire in Chennai Airport?

Standard cars (Class Standard Car or similar) are the most popular type of vehicle to hire in Chennai Airport. Standard cars in Chennai Airport cost $111/day on average, though some users have found deals as low as $67/day.

What is the cheapest month to hire a car in Chennai Airport?

The cheapest month to hire a car in Chennai Airport is August at an average cost of $58/day. January is the most expensive month to hire a car in Chennai Airport when prices are $96/day on average, which tends to be 106% above the yearly average hire price for Chennai Airport.

Which rental car company has the most locations in in in?

Avis, Car Club, Eco Rent and Europcar operate 1 location each in Chennai Airport, more than any other car hire company.
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Top tips for hiring a car at Chennai airport

  • Car hire at Chennai Airport (MAA) is a popular choice for many travellers and an ideal way to explore the various temples and beaches in and around the city, without the stress of trying to figure out the public transport routes. It is also a good way to avoid the frustration that comes with trying to communicate with local taxi drivers and the high fees associated with them.
  • The traffic in Chennai can be incredibly busy and feels chaotic at times, so you will want to consider a compact car hire at Chennai Airport, to navigate the streets more easily. Hiring a car with an automatic transmission is also recommended to save on fuel costs, as the constant stop and start traffic tends to use up more fuel with manual transmission car hires.
  • Returning your Chennai Airport car hire is as simple as picking it up. While heading along the Airport Approach Road, look out for the car hire signs pointing you in the right direction. Follow the road signs to the entrance of the car hire at Chennai International Airport car park and look for signs overhead pointing you to the car company you used for your vehicle. Park the vehicle in the allocated area and return the keys; don’t forget to collect your belongings.
  • One of the benefits of hiring a car at Chennai International Airport, or anywhere else in India, is the option of either a self-drive hire or a hired car that comes with a dedicated driver. With the roads in Chennai being chaotic and sometimes difficult to figure out, arranging a car hire with a dedicated driver is an easy way to take control of your visit while being accompanied by someone who's used to driving in the city and knows their way around.
  • Book your car hire at Chennai airport at least 1 day before your trip in order to get a below-average price

FAQs about hiring a car at Chennai airport

  • What are the requirements to hire a car at Chennai International Airport?

    The legal driving age in Chennai is 18 years old but the major car hire companies require that you be at least 21 and have held a licence for 12 months or more. There are sometimes local agencies that'll let you hire a car if you're under 21 but they'll be costly. If you're under 25, you may be limited to compact or mini models and be liable for an additional surcharge. You must have a valid form of ID and a credit card with your name on it. If you have booked and paid online with another card, make sure you have the same card with you and that the card owner is present.

  • Where will I find car hire at Chennai Airport?

    There are no car hire desks or companies operating directly out of Chennai International Airport. All companies providing services from the airport rely on online bookings. You'll book your car hire through KAYAK and arrange the meeting time based on your flight details with the company directly. Once you've landed and made your way through the luggage claim section, a company employee will be waiting for you with a sign with your name on it. The employee will escort you to the car, where you will do an inspection and be given the keys.

  • What facilities are available at the airport car hire centre?

    Since there are no dedicated centres at the airport, there are no car hire facilities available, but you will have access to all of the airport amenities for everything you need. Chennai International Airport is home to a variety of restaurants and eateries to get something to eat. There are also toilets and baby-changing facilities, as well as ATMs and currency exchange offices.

  • Which car hire companies will pick you up at Chennai airport?

    Car hire companies that offer shuttle or pick-up services from Chennai airport to off-airport locations include Avis, Eco Rent, Instant Cabs, Myles, and SS Travels.

Chennai Airport car rental reviews and directory

 
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Europcar

2.0

Poor

One location in Chennai Airport

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Locations in Chennai Airport

Airport Rd Meenambakkam Chennai

+91 84215 55659

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SS Travels

2.0

Poor

One location in Chennai Airport

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GST Road, Chennai, Tamil Nadu

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keddy by Europcar

6.2

Okay

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One location in Chennai Airport

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Gst Road, Meenambakkam, Chennai

+91 84487 65118

Monday06:00 - 23:00
Tuesday06:00 - 23:00
Wednesday06:00 - 23:00
Thursday06:00 - 23:00
Friday06:00 - 23:00
Saturday06:00 - 23:00
Sunday06:00 - 23:00
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Avis

No score available yet

One location in Chennai Airport

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Fairfield Sripermumbud Marriot

+91 124 472 4850

Monday00:00 - 23:59
Tuesday00:00 - 23:59
Wednesday00:00 - 23:59
Thursday00:00 - 23:59
Friday00:00 - 23:59
Saturday00:00 - 23:59
Sunday00:00 - 23:59
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Car Club

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Meet and Greet Service

+91 124 4417 1717

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Eco Rent

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One location in Chennai Airport

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Chennai airport

+91 965 499 9666

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Gozo Cabs

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One location in Chennai Airport

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Chennai International Airport

+91 90518 77000

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Instant Cabs

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One location in Chennai Airport

Locations in Chennai Airport

GST Road, Chennai, Tamil Nadu

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MC&A

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One location in Chennai Airport

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Meet and Greet Service

+91 925 003 5555

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Myles

No score available yet

One location in Chennai Airport

Locations in Chennai Airport

GST Rd, Chennai, Tamil Nadu

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Shouqi

No score available yet

One location in Chennai Airport

Locations in Chennai Airport

Gst Road, Meenambakkam, Chennai

+86 10 6064 1387

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