Moratuwa to Kanayannur flights
Kanayannur lies 533 km (331 mi) north-west of Moratuwa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 26 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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| Moratuwa | Kanayannur | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Sri Lanka | India |
| Population | 168,280 | 851,406 |
| Elevation | 10 m (33 ft) | 1 m (3 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Colombo) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Nearest large airport | RML, 5 km out | COK, 25 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Kanayannur
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 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).
Arriving in Kanayannur
Kanayannur is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Cochin International Airport (COK), 25 km (16 mi) from the centre, whose 11,155-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cochin International Airport | COK | 25 km (16 mi) | 11,155 ft | 30 ft |
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Staying in Kanayannur
Our booking partner lists 191 places to stay in Kanayannur. Of the 188 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (128), and 6 are five-star. Guests have left 1,729 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Kanayannur from Moratuwa?
533 km (331 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Moratuwa.
How long does it take to get from Moratuwa to Kanayannur by air?
About 1 h 26 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Moratuwa and Kanayannur?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Moratuwa to Kanayannur flights?
Typically Colombo Ratmalana International Airport (RML) to Cochin International Airport (COK).
What currency do I need in Kanayannur?
The Rupee (INR).
Where can I stay in Kanayannur?
Our booking partner lists 191 places to stay in Kanayannur, 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.