Chennai to Sivakasi flights
Sivakasi lies 487 km (302 mi) south-west of Chennai, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 22 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 | Sivakasi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 4.7 million | 234,704 |
| Elevation | 14 m (46 ft) | 105 m (344 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Nearest large airport | MAA, 16 km out | IXM, 54 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 Sivakasi
Sivakasi is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Madurai Airport (IXM), 54 km (34 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 5,990 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madurai Airport (regional) | IXM | 54 km (34 mi) | 5,990 ft | 459 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Sivakasi from Chennai?
487 km (302 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Chennai.
How long does it take to get from Chennai to Sivakasi by air?
About 1 h 22 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 Sivakasi?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Which airports are used for Chennai to Sivakasi flights?
Typically Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Madurai Airport (IXM).
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.