Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte to Tiruchirappalli flights
Tiruchirappalli lies 457 km (284 mi) north of Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 20 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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| Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte | Tiruchirappalli | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Sri Lanka | India |
| Population | 115,826 | 1 million |
| Elevation | 27 m (89 ft) | 79 m (259 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Colombo) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Nearest large airport | RML, 7 km out | TRZ, 6 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Tiruchirappalli
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 Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte
Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Colombo Ratmalana International Airport (RML), 7 km (4 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, 33 km).
Arriving in Tiruchirappalli
Tiruchirappalli is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Tiruchirappalli International Airport (TRZ), 6 km (4 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 | 6 km (4 mi) | 6,115 ft | 288 ft |
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Staying in Tiruchirappalli
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Common questions
How far is Tiruchirappalli from Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte?
457 km (284 mi) in a straight line, north of Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte.
How long does it take to get from Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte to Tiruchirappalli by air?
About 1 h 20 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte and Tiruchirappalli?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Sri Jayewardenepura Kotte to Tiruchirappalli flights?
Typically Colombo Ratmalana International Airport (RML) to Tiruchirappalli International Airport (TRZ).
What currency do I need in Tiruchirappalli?
The Rupee (INR).
Where can I stay in Tiruchirappalli?
Our booking partner lists 61 places to stay in Tiruchirappalli, 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.