Madurai to Rānipet flights
Rānipet lies 359 km (223 mi) north 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 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.
| Madurai | Rānipet | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 1.5 million | 264,330 |
| Elevation | 139 m (456 ft) | 171 m (561 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Nearest large airport | IXM, 10 km out | TIR, 82 km out |
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 Rānipet
Rānipet is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Tirupati International Airport (TIR), 82 km (51 mi) from the centre, whose 12,500-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Chennai International Airport (MAA, 91 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tirupati International Airport | TIR | 82 km (51 mi) | 12,500 ft | 350 ft |
| Chennai International Airport | MAA | 91 km (57 mi) | 12,001 ft | 52 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Rānipet from Madurai?
359 km (223 mi) in a straight line, north of Madurai.
How long does it take to get from Madurai to Rānipet 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 Madurai and Rānipet?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Which airports are used for Madurai to Rānipet flights?
Typically Madurai Airport (IXM) to Tirupati International Airport (TIR); Rānipet also has MAA.
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.