Madurai to Kallakurichi flights
Kallakurichi lies 222 km (138 mi) north-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 2 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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| Madurai | Kallakurichi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 1.5 million | 1.7 million |
| Elevation | 139 m (456 ft) | 124 m (407 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Nearest large airport | IXM, 10 km out | PNY, 96 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 Kallakurichi
Kallakurichi is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Pondicherry Airport (PNY), 96 km (60 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 4,921 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pondicherry Airport (regional) | PNY | 96 km (60 mi) | 4,921 ft | 134 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Kallakurichi from Madurai?
222 km (138 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Madurai.
How long does it take to get from Madurai to Kallakurichi by air?
About 1 h 2 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 Kallakurichi?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Which airports are used for Madurai to Kallakurichi flights?
Typically Madurai Airport (IXM) to Pondicherry Airport (PNY).
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.