Madurai to Moratuwa flights
Moratuwa lies 400 km (249 mi) south-east of Madurai, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 16 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.
| Madurai | Moratuwa | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | Sri Lanka |
| Population | 1.5 million | 168,280 |
| Elevation | 139 m (456 ft) | 10 m (33 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Colombo) |
| Nearest large airport | IXM, 10 km out | RML, 5 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Moratuwa
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 Madurai
Madurai is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Madurai Airport (IXM), 10 km (6 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 5,990 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
Arriving in Moratuwa
Moratuwa is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Colombo Ratmalana International Airport (RML), 5 km (3 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,013 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft. The alternatives are Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB, 45 km), Koggala Airport (KCT, 99 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colombo Ratmalana International Airport | RML | 5 km (3 mi) | 6,013 ft | 22 ft |
| Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport | CMB | 45 km (28 mi) | 10,991 ft | 30 ft |
| Koggala Airport (regional) | KCT | 99 km (62 mi) | 3,142 ft | 10 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Moratuwa from Madurai?
400 km (249 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Madurai.
How long does it take to get from Madurai to Moratuwa by air?
About 1 h 16 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Madurai and Moratuwa?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Madurai to Moratuwa flights?
Typically Madurai Airport (IXM) to Colombo Ratmalana International Airport (RML); Moratuwa also has CMB, KCT.
What currency do I need in Moratuwa?
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.