Kandy to Tirunelveli flights
Tirunelveli lies 362 km (225 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 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.
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| Kandy | Tirunelveli | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Sri Lanka | India |
| Population | 111,701 | 1.4 million |
| Elevation | 500 m (1,640 ft) | 49 m (161 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Colombo) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Nearest large airport | CMB, 84 km out | TRV, 88 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Tirunelveli
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 Tirunelveli
Tirunelveli is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (TRV), 88 km (55 mi) from the centre, whose 11,148-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thiruvananthapuram International Airport | TRV | 88 km (55 mi) | 11,148 ft | 15 ft |
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Staying in Tirunelveli
Our booking partner lists 32 places to stay in Tirunelveli. Of the 20 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (12). Guests have left 1,632 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Tirunelveli from Kandy?
362 km (225 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Kandy.
How long does it take to get from Kandy to Tirunelveli 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 Kandy and Tirunelveli?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Kandy to Tirunelveli flights?
Typically Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB) to Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (TRV).
What currency do I need in Tirunelveli?
The Rupee (INR).
Where can I stay in Tirunelveli?
Our booking partner lists 32 places to stay in Tirunelveli, 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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.