Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Chidambaram travel guide

Chidambaram Tourism | Chidambaram Guide

You're Going to Love Chidambaram

With a population of 58,650, Chidambaram is a must-see destination in Tamil Nadu, India. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Chidambaram to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Chidambaram

Chidambaram in January
Estimated hotel price
$16
1 night at 3-star hotel
Chidambaram in January
Estimated hotel price
$16
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Chidambaram

Plane

Although Chidambaram doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Pondicherry (PNY), which is located 65 km from Chidambaram.

Car

Another option to get to Chidambaram is to pick up a car hire from Chennai, which is about 198 km from Chidambaram. You’ll find branches of Avis and Europcar, among others, in Chennai.

Plane

Although Chidambaram doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Pondicherry (PNY), which is located 65 km from Chidambaram.

Car

Another option to get to Chidambaram is to pick up a car hire from Chennai, which is about 198 km from Chidambaram. You’ll find branches of Avis and Europcar, among others, in Chennai.

Airports near Chidambaram

PNYPondicherry
TRZTiruchirappalli Civil

Airlines serving Chidambaram

Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (254 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,459 reviews)
Air India
Okay (2,899 reviews)
Batik Air
Okay (72 reviews)
Scoot
Good (303 reviews)
SriLankan Airlines
Good (73 reviews)
AirAsia
Good (206 reviews)
Air India Express
Okay (9 reviews)
Thai AirAsia
Good (208 reviews)
IndiGo
Good (474 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Chidambaram

Hiring a car in Chidambaram

Expect to pay $1.88 per litre in Chidambaram (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $22.49 and $29.98.

Expect to pay $1.88 per litre in Chidambaram (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $22.49 and $29.98.

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