Chennai to Cuddalore flights
Cuddalore lies 158 km (98 mi) south of Chennai, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 57 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 | Cuddalore | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 4.7 million | 173,636 |
| Elevation | 14 m (46 ft) | 13 m (43 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Nearest large airport | MAA, 16 km out | PNY, 24 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 Cuddalore
Cuddalore is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Pondicherry Airport (PNY), 24 km (15 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 4,921 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pondicherry Airport (regional) | PNY | 24 km (15 mi) | 4,921 ft | 134 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Cuddalore from Chennai?
158 km (98 mi) in a straight line, south of Chennai.
How long does it take to get from Chennai to Cuddalore by air?
About 57 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 Cuddalore?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Which airports are used for Chennai to Cuddalore flights?
Typically Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Pondicherry Airport (PNY).
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.