Chennai to Dindigul flights
Dindigul lies 392 km (244 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 15 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 | Dindigul | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 4.7 million | 292,512 |
| Elevation | 14 m (46 ft) | 285 m (935 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Nearest large airport | MAA, 16 km out | TRZ, 92 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 Dindigul
Dindigul is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Tiruchirappalli International Airport (TRZ), 92 km (57 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,115 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Madurai Airport (IXM, 61 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiruchirappalli International Airport | TRZ | 92 km (57 mi) | 6,115 ft | 288 ft |
| Madurai Airport (regional) | IXM | 61 km (38 mi) | 5,990 ft | 459 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Dindigul from Chennai?
392 km (244 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Chennai.
How long does it take to get from Chennai to Dindigul by air?
About 1 h 15 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 Dindigul?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Which airports are used for Chennai to Dindigul flights?
Typically Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Tiruchirappalli International Airport (TRZ); Dindigul also has 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.