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Officially known as Umroi Airport, Shillong Airport (IATA Code SHL) is a civilian airport at Umroi located around 30 km from the city. It is the primary airport in Meghalaya and is located at an elevation of 2,908 feet above sea level. Built in the mid-1960s, this airport was opened to the public in the mid-1970s. The Airports Authority of India and the Indian Air Force jointly operate the airport. There is a single terminal that currently caters to domestic flights only. The airport is well-connected with major domestic cities such as Kolkata, Dibrugarh, Imphal, Silchar, Agartala, New Delhi, and Guwahati. Air India, Alliance Air, and IndiGo are the airlines that operate at the airport. The airport has several passenger facilities such as free trolleys, wheelchair and elderly assistance, childcare rooms, eateries, lost and found counters, taxis, and bus services. Traditional handicrafts and souvenirs can be purchased from the duty-free shops at the airport.

Shillong is the capital of the northeastern state of Meghalaya and was previously known as Yeddo or Lewduh. Shillong was referred to as Scotland of the East by the British as the city's waterfalls and picturesque hills and landscapes reminded them of Scotland. Shillong was the capital city of Assam before the formation of Meghalaya as a separate state. It is home to the eastern hills of Khasi and Jaintia. The highlights of this hill station include Lady Hydari Park, Elephant Falls, Sweet Falls, Umiam Lake, Wardís Lake, Shillong View Point, Mawsynram (the wettest place on Earth), and Mawlynnong (the cleanest village in Asia). Shillong is the gateway to Meghalaya, a state famed for its heavy monsoons, caves, tallest waterfalls, magnificent landscapes, unique people and culture, and its natural beauty. Shillong is also becoming a regional education hub due to its renowned educational institutions, many of which were founded by various missionary groups. There are many tribal communities living in the hills surrounding Shillong. The Khasi tribe largely shapes the culture of the city. The important festivals celebrated in Shillong are Christmas, Shad Suk, Mynsiem Dance, Nongkrem Dance, etc. The popular local street food includes dishes like Jadoh, Jastem, etc. The best time to visit Shillong is from March to May, and the temperature ranges from 24∞C to 15∞C, and October to November, when the temperature varies from 22∞C to 10∞C. From June through September, the region receives a lot of rain. The average annual rainfall is roughly 3300 mm. The common mode of transport are buses and auto rickshaws.

Formerly known as Madras International Airport (IATA code: MAA), Chennai International Airport is the third-busiest airport in India. Located about 21 km southwest of the city centre, it serves the Chennai Metropolitan Area. There are three terminals at the airport. Terminal 1 is the domestic terminal, also known as the Kamaraj Terminal, and served as the airportís sole passenger terminal until 1988, when the International Anna Terminal opened. The domestic terminal serves as a link between Chennai International Airport and several important Indian cities. The international terminal handles domestic and international arrivals and departures. Terminal 4 is a new international terminal that opened in late 2017. All international flights depart from the terminal. Many city buses connect the airport and different places in Chennai. There are also prepaid taxi counters and car rental counters to help travellers reach different destinations in the city quickly and conveniently. The airport arranges inter-terminal shuttle services for passengers. The airport provides various amenities to its passengers, such as baggage services, ATMs, business centres, retail shops, duty-free shops, snack shops, cafes, vending machines for newspapers, drinks, and quick nibbles, currency exchange counters, medical facilities, first aid, and childcare rooms.

Chennai, formerly known as Madras, is the capital of the south Indian state of Tamil Nadu, located on the Coromandel Coast. It is renowned for its vibrant arts, ancient temples, flavourful cuisine, sprawling beaches, natural and artificial wonders, bustling seaport, theme parks, industrial hubs, hi-tech parks, and universities. There are several stories about the cityís origin. During the rule of the Nayakars, the city was a fishing village named Madrasapattinam. Later, it was sold to the British, who built Fort St George, a factory and trading post, and shortened the cityís name to Madras. The name was then changed to Chennapatnam. According to another story, the city was named Chennai in honour of Damal Chennappa Nayakar, a Nayakar ruler. In 1996, the official name of the city was changed to Chennai. Chennai is one of the biggest cities and a major administrative and cultural centre of the state. The major industries in Chennai include software development, electronics manufacturing, automobile manufacturing, rubber, fertiliser, leather, iron ore, and cotton textiles. In Chennai, city buses are the most common and least expensive mode of transportation. The government-owned Metropolis Transport Corporation manages the bus service. The ideal season to visit Chennai is during winter and the pre-monsoon season. During the winter, the weather is cool and pleasant. The temperature hovers between 20∞C and 25∞C, making exploring the city easy. Summers are scorching and intensely harsh as the temperature rises up to 40∞C. The months between September and July constitute the monsoon season, accompanied by strong winds and heavy rainfall.