Kandy to Tiruchirappalli flights
Tiruchirappalli lies 446 km (277 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 1 h 19 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 | Tiruchirappalli | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Sri Lanka | India |
| Population | 111,701 | 1 million |
| Elevation | 500 m (1,640 ft) | 79 m (259 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Colombo) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Nearest large airport | CMB, 84 km out | TRZ, 6 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Tiruchirappalli
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 Tiruchirappalli
Tiruchirappalli is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Tiruchirappalli International Airport (TRZ), 6 km (4 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,115 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiruchirappalli International Airport | TRZ | 6 km (4 mi) | 6,115 ft | 288 ft |
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Staying in Tiruchirappalli
Our booking partner lists 61 places to stay in Tiruchirappalli. Of the 58 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (38). Guests have left 228 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Tiruchirappalli from Kandy?
446 km (277 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Kandy.
How long does it take to get from Kandy to Tiruchirappalli by air?
About 1 h 19 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 Tiruchirappalli?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Kandy to Tiruchirappalli flights?
Typically Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB) to Tiruchirappalli International Airport (TRZ).
What currency do I need in Tiruchirappalli?
The Rupee (INR).
Where can I stay in Tiruchirappalli?
Our booking partner lists 61 places to stay in Tiruchirappalli, 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.