Coimbatore to Jaffna flights
Jaffna lies 364 km (226 mi) south-east of Coimbatore, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 13 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.
| Coimbatore | Jaffna | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | Sri Lanka |
| Population | 2.1 million | 169,102 |
| Elevation | 425 m (1,394 ft) | 7 m (23 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Colombo) |
| Nearest large airport | CJB, 9 km out | JAF, 15 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Jaffna
Crossing from India into Sri Lanka: money changes from the Rupee to the Rupee (LKR); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 1363, BS 546; the dialling code becomes +94; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648823 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q2807090.
Airports at each end
Leaving Coimbatore
Coimbatore is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Coimbatore International Airport (CJB), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 8,480 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Jaffna
Jaffna is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Jaffna International Airport (JAF), 15 km (9 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 4,593 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jaffna International Airport | JAF | 15 km (9 mi) | 4,593 ft | 33 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Jaffna from Coimbatore?
364 km (226 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Coimbatore.
How long does it take to get from Coimbatore to Jaffna by air?
About 1 h 13 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Coimbatore and Jaffna?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Coimbatore to Jaffna flights?
Typically Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) to Jaffna International Airport (JAF).
What currency do I need in Jaffna?
The Rupee (LKR).
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.