Madurai to Kumbakonam flights
Kumbakonam lies 181 km (113 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 59 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 | Kumbakonam | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 1.5 million | 167,155 |
| Elevation | 139 m (456 ft) | 31 m (102 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Nearest large airport | IXM, 10 km out | TRZ, 77 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 Kumbakonam
Kumbakonam is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Tiruchirappalli International Airport (TRZ), 77 km (48 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,115 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiruchirappalli International Airport | TRZ | 77 km (48 mi) | 6,115 ft | 288 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Kumbakonam from Madurai?
181 km (113 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Madurai.
How long does it take to get from Madurai to Kumbakonam by air?
About 59 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 Kumbakonam?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Which airports are used for Madurai to Kumbakonam flights?
Typically Madurai Airport (IXM) to Tiruchirappalli International Airport (TRZ).
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.