Tambaram to Tirunelveli flights
Tirunelveli lies 538 km (334 mi) south-west of Tambaram, 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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| Tambaram | Tirunelveli | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 174,787 | 1.4 million |
| Elevation | 33 m (108 ft) | 49 m (161 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Nearest large airport | MAA, 9 km out | TRV, 88 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Tambaram
Tambaram is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Chennai International Airport (MAA), 9 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 12,001-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
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 Tambaram?
538 km (334 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Tambaram.
How long does it take to get from Tambaram to Tirunelveli 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 Tambaram and Tirunelveli?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Which airports are used for Tambaram to Tirunelveli flights?
Typically Chennai International Airport (MAA) to Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (TRV).
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.