Chennai to Prayagraj flights
Prayagraj lies 1,384 km (860 mi) north of Chennai, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 31 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Chennai | Prayagraj | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 4.7 million | 1.1 million |
| Elevation | 14 m (46 ft) | 99 m (325 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Nearest large airport | MAA, 16 km out | IXD, 11 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Chennai
Chennai is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Chennai International Airport (MAA), 16 km (10 mi) from the centre, whose 12,001-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Prayagraj
Prayagraj is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Prayagraj Airport (IXD), 11 km (7 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,110 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prayagraj Airport (regional) | IXD | 11 km (7 mi) | 8,110 ft | 322 ft |
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Staying in Prayagraj
Our booking partner lists 267 places to stay in Prayagraj. Of the 214 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (131), and 3 are five-star. Guests have left 1,697 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Prayagraj from Chennai?
1,384 km (860 mi) in a straight line, north of Chennai.
How long does it take to get from Chennai to Prayagraj by air?
About 2 h 31 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chennai and Prayagraj?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Which airports are used for Chennai to Prayagraj flights?
Typically Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Prayagraj Airport (IXD).
Where can I stay in Prayagraj?
Our booking partner lists 267 places to stay in Prayagraj, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.