Kanhangad to Chennai flights
Chennai lies 568 km (353 mi) east of Kanhangad, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 29 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.
| Kanhangad | Chennai | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 125,564 | 4.7 million |
| Elevation | 19 m (62 ft) | 14 m (46 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Nearest large airport | CNN, 65 km out | MAA, 16 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving Kanhangad
Kanhangad is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Kannur International Airport (CNN), 65 km (40 mi) from the centre, whose 10,007-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Mangaluru International Airport (IXE, 76 km).
Arriving in Chennai
Chennai is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Chennai International Airport (MAA), 16 km (10 mi) from the centre, whose 12,001-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chennai International Airport | MAA | 16 km (10 mi) | 12,001 ft | 52 ft |
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Staying in Chennai
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Common questions
How far is Chennai from Kanhangad?
568 km (353 mi) in a straight line, east of Kanhangad.
How long does it take to get from Kanhangad to Chennai by air?
About 1 h 29 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kanhangad and Chennai?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Which airports are used for Kanhangad to Chennai flights?
Typically Kannur International Airport (CNN) to Chennai International Airport (MAA).
Where can I stay in Chennai?
Our booking partner lists 1,570+ places to stay in Chennai, 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 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.