Kandy to Pimpri-Chinchwad flights
Pimpri-Chinchwad lies 1,460 km (907 mi) north-west of Kandy, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 2 h 37 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.
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| Kandy | Pimpri-Chinchwad | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Sri Lanka | India |
| Population | 111,701 | 1.7 million |
| Elevation | 500 m (1,640 ft) | 568 m (1,864 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Colombo) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Nearest large airport | CMB, 84 km out | PNQ, 13 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Pimpri-Chinchwad
Crossing from Sri Lanka into India: money changes from the Rupee to the Rupee (INR); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 546, Euro; the dialling code becomes +91; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648793.
Airports at each end
Leaving Kandy
Kandy is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB), 84 km (52 mi) from the centre, whose 10,991-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Colombo Ratmalana International Airport (RML, 98 km).
Arriving in Pimpri-Chinchwad
Pimpri-Chinchwad is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Pune International Airport (PNQ), 13 km (8 mi) from the centre, whose 10,000-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMI, 88 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pune International Airport | PNQ | 13 km (8 mi) | 10,000 ft | 1,942 ft |
| Navi Mumbai International Airport | NMI | 88 km (55 mi) | 12,139 ft | 184 ft |
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Staying in Pimpri-Chinchwad
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Common questions
How far is Pimpri-Chinchwad from Kandy?
1,460 km (907 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Kandy.
How long does it take to get from Kandy to Pimpri-Chinchwad by air?
About 2 h 37 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kandy and Pimpri-Chinchwad?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Kandy to Pimpri-Chinchwad flights?
Typically Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB) to Pune International Airport (PNQ); Pimpri-Chinchwad also has NMI.
What currency do I need in Pimpri-Chinchwad?
The Rupee (INR).
Where can I stay in Pimpri-Chinchwad?
Our booking partner lists 1 places to stay in Pimpri-Chinchwad, 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.