The fourth busiest airport in India, Chennai International Airport is as vibrant and as lively as the city it serves. This rapidly expanding airport currently handles around 13.8million passengers every year, the completion of a new runway will push that number up further.
Book a flight to Atlanta with Qatar Airways to experience a proud and bold city that allows you to dip into its past while planted in the 21st century.
One of the largest cities in the United States, Atlanta, Georgia offers up much for the senses to digest. The centrepiece of southern US heritage, old-world spectacle can be seen on every street corner.
Music, cuisine, architecture and sports, all prove that the people of Atlanta don’t do anything by halves.
Book your ticket to Atlanta with Qatar Airways and explore this wonderful city.
Flying from Chennai
The fourth busiest airport in India, Chennai International Airport is as vibrant and as lively as the city it serves. This rapidly expanding airport currently handles around 13.8million passengers every year, the completion of a new runway will push that number up further.
In the meantime, passengers flying from Chennai with Qatar Airways will find this to be a friendly and welcoming departure point, with good facilities and an equally good reputation for efficiency.
Parking and transportation
Ground transport covers the entire area, which is just as well as the airport is huge and the distances between terminals are considerable. The airport is situated on the Grand Southern Trunk Road (National Highway 45), so drivers have easy access to the airport from the city. It is also served by Tirusulam railway station on the Suburban railway network.
Prepaid taxis are available 24/7, and fees are fixed by the government. A proposed Metro Rail System should connect the airport with other important places in Chennai, once construction is complete. Limited car parking (1000 spaces) at the Anna International terminal is available.
Arriving in Chennai
Passengers flying from Chennai with Qatar Airways depart from the Anna International Terminal. A reserved lounge area is available for business class and first class travellers, while open lounge areas are available for all passengers.
Facilities and amenities
Chennai International Airport has plenty of facilities and amenities to ensure that passengers have everything they need for a comfortable start to their journey. A number of food and drink outlets serve full meals or on-the-go snacks. Vendors specialise in local delicacies that can be quite spicy, while more westernised snacks and meals are also available.
A number of retail outlets sell a wide range of goods including duty free, and Wi-Fi is available throughout most public areas of the terminal.
Arriving in Atlanta
A fascinating blend of traditional Southern charm and 21st century modernism, Atlanta is one of America’s key cities and is home to the world’s busiest airport. The city has been rebuilt more than once, and with a central place at the very heart of America’s history, it’s a fascinating and complex juxtaposition of old and new.
Fly to Atlanta with Qatar Airways and you’ll also discover a vibrant commercial centre that’s attracting businesses and investments from all over the world. You’ll also find a surprising number of Hollywood blockbusters being filmed in Atlanta, and the burgeoning film industry is a new and exciting commercial development in a city that’s continually reinventing itself. Travel outside the city limits and you’ll find yourself surrounded by rolling hills, lush, green farming belts, and the imposing granite Stone Mountain to the east.
Tourist attractions
Atlanta is hugely important historically, so there are plenty of museums to explore to find out more about the city’s role in the founding of modern America. The National Center for Civil and Human Rights charts Atlanta’s pivotal role in the development of the civil rights movement. If you are more interested in the history of the Civil War, then the Atlanta History Center in Buckhead offers a fascinating insight into the conflict that tore America in two.
Art is important to Atlanta’s identity, and some of the best examples can be seen in the Museum of Contemporary Art of Georgia, and the Atlanta Contemporary Art Center, where you can see exhibitions of up and coming artists.
The other passion of the locals is sports, and the Atlanta Falcons NFC home ground of the Georgia Dome is the place to go to see American Football in all its glory. Baseball’s home in Atlanta is at Turner Field, which has its own museum as well so you can get to grips with the history and the finer points of the game.
Atlanta has more than its fair share of parks and open spaces. The Centennial Olympic Park has a man-made river that’s perfect for cooling off in the hot Georgia summer, while during the winter an ice rink is hugely popular with visitors and locals alike. Piedmont Park hosts open-air music festivals all year round, while Grant Park is the oldest park in the city and home to the Atlanta Zoo.
Travel Considerations
Flights to Atlanta with Qatar Airways land at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Visa restrictions for entry into the country will depend on your country of origin, length of stay and whether your trip is for business or pleasure. Before you fly to Atlanta please check the visa and passport requirements.
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From the moment you step on board until you reach {Destination}, the award-winning cabin crew will take care of your every need. Prepare to enjoy renowned hospitality as you relax in a spacious seat, and keep warm with a cosy blanket for the ultimate comfort. Explore local and international flavours when you indulge in fine cuisine prepared with only the freshest ingredients. Explore up to 6,000 entertainment options on Oryx One, including the latest movie releases, TV series, music and games.
