Chennai Airport (MAA) to Thirukalukundram Distance & Taxi Fare
The distance from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Thirukalukundram is 61 km by road, approximately 1.25–1.5 hr by car. Book a fixed-fare HJ Cabs taxi for the trip. Sedan from ₹1,415, SUV from ₹1,820, Innova Crysta from ₹2,003. Live flight tracking, 30 minutes free waiting after landing, no advance payment, no surge pricing. Book in under 60 seconds via WhatsApp.
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Chennai Airport (MAA) to Thirukalukundram Taxi Service
Landing at Chennai International Airport (MAA)? HJ Cabs runs the 61 km transfer to Thirukalukundram every day, with air-conditioned Sedans, SUVs, and Innova Crystas driven by licensed, verified drivers. Covers the Vedagiriswarar Temple hill-shrine town.
Thirukalukundram (Thirukazhukundram) is named for its Vedagiriswarar Temple, a Shiva shrine perched atop a 500-foot hill reached by 565 stone steps, popularly called the 'Eagle Temple' after the legend of two sacred eagles believed to visit the hilltop shrine at noon, and is a pilgrimage town in Chengalpattu district, Tamil Nadu, about 70 km south of Chennai and roughly 20 km from the coastal heritage town of Mahabalipuram. The temple town's Pallava-era roots place it within the same historic temple belt as nearby Mahabalipuram, and its hill-climb rituals and car festival draw pilgrims from across the Chengalpattu region throughout the year. Beyond pilgrimage tourism, Thirukalukundram functions as a transit point between Chennai and the temple towns of the South Coromandel coast, with steady through-traffic from devotees and travellers heading to Mahabalipuram and Pondicherry-bound routes.
- Distance: 61 km · Estimated travel time: 1.25–1.5 hr
- Sedan ₹1,415 · SUV ₹1,820 · Innova Crysta ₹2,003
- Drop near Vedagiriswarar Temple
- Thirukalukundram is in Chengalpattu district
- 24/7 Available
- Fixed Fare, No Surge
- Verified Drivers
Pickup
Chennai Airport (MAA)
Drop
Thirukalukundram
Available Vehicles & Fares
Fare rates last updated: October 2026
How the Chennai Airport (MAA) to Thirukalukundram Fare Is Calculated
| 61 km trip | Sedan | SUV | Innova Crysta |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance charge: 61 km × per-km rate (₹15 / ₹20 / ₹23) | ₹915 | ₹1,220 | ₹1,403 |
| Driver batta | ₹500 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| Total fare | ₹1,415 | ₹1,820 | ₹2,003 |
Thirukalukundram Compared with Other Chennai Airport (MAA) Drops
| Drop from MAA | Distance | Time | Sedan fare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thirukalukundram (this route) | 61 km | 1.25–1.5 hr | ₹1,415 |
| Walajabad | 54 km | 1.25–1.5 hr | ₹1,310 |
| Pallipet | 56 km | 1.25–1.5 hr | ₹1,340 |
| Gummidipoondi | 60 km | 1.25–1.5 hr | ₹1,400 |
| Mahabalipuram | 60 km | 1.5–2 hr | ₹1,400 |
| Kanchipuram | 65 km | 1.5–2 hr | ₹1,475 |
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Chennai Airport (MAA) to Thirukalukundram: FAQs
The distance from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Thirukalukundram is 61 km by road, and the drive takes approximately 1.25–1.5 hr under normal traffic. The return distance from Thirukalukundram to Chennai Airport (MAA) is the same 61 km. A HJ Cabs Sedan for this trip costs ₹1,415.
Chennai Airport (MAA) to Thirukalukundram is approximately 61 km. Sedan fare: ₹1,415; SUV fare: ₹1,820; Innova Crysta fare: ₹2,003. Calculated as distance × per-km rate + driver batta. Fixed fare, no surge pricing, confirmed on WhatsApp before the trip starts.
The journey is about 61 km and takes approximately 1.25–1.5 hr under normal traffic conditions. Covers the Vedagiriswarar Temple hill-shrine town.
For a Sedan: 61 km × ₹15/km (₹915) + driver batta (₹500) = ₹1,415. The same build-up gives ₹1,820 for an SUV and ₹2,003 for an Innova Crysta. The line-by-line breakdown for all three vehicles is in the fare table on this page.
The drive from Thirukalukundram to Chennai Airport (MAA) is 61 km and can take up to 1 hr 30 min. To reach the terminal 2 hours before a domestic departure, leave Thirukalukundram at least 3 hr 30 min before your flight time (add one more hour for an international flight). HJ Cabs runs this return trip at the same fixed fare.
Yes. Besides Thirukalukundram (near Vedagiriswarar Temple), HJ Cabs drops airport passengers at nearby Mahabalipuram, Chengalpattu, Madurantakam, Tiruporur, Acharapakkam. The fare changes with the exact distance from Chennai Airport (MAA), so share your drop address on WhatsApp for a confirmed price.
Every HJ Cabs pickup from Chennai Airport (MAA) includes live flight tracking and 30 minutes of free waiting after landing. No advance payment is required: the fare is confirmed on WhatsApp before dispatch and paid by cash or UPI at the end of the trip.
HJ Cabs offers Sedan (₹1,415, 4 passengers), SUV (₹1,820, 6 passengers), and Innova Crysta (₹2,003, 6–7 passengers with more luggage space). All vehicles are air-conditioned and driven by licensed, verified drivers.
Chennai Airport (MAA) to Thirukalukundram Fare & Distance: Chennai Airport (MAA) to Thirukalukundram is 61 km, approximately 1.25–1.5 hr by road. Sedan fare from ₹1,415, SUV from ₹1,820, Innova Crysta from ₹2,003. Live flight tracking, 30 minutes free waiting, no advance payment. 24/7 booking with HJ Cabs.
- Distance
- 61 km
- Duration
- 1.25–1.5 hr
- Sedan Fare
- ₹1,415
- SUV Fare
- ₹1,820
- Advance Payment
- Not required
- Innova Crysta available from ₹2,003
- Live flight tracking with 30 minutes free waiting after landing
- Fixed fare confirmed on WhatsApp before the trip starts