Tirunelveli to Tiruchirappalli flights
Tiruchirappalli lies 257 km (160 mi) north-east of Tirunelveli, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 5 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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| Tirunelveli | Tiruchirappalli | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | India | India |
| Population | 1.4 million | 1 million |
| Elevation | 49 m (161 ft) | 79 m (259 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) | UTC+5:30 (Asia/Kolkata) |
| Nearest large airport | TRV, 88 km out | TRZ, 6 km out |
Airports at each end
Leaving 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.
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
Our booking partner lists 61 places to stay in Tiruchirappalli. Of the 58 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (38). Guests have left 228 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Tiruchirappalli from Tirunelveli?
257 km (160 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Tirunelveli.
How long does it take to get from Tirunelveli to Tiruchirappalli by air?
About 1 h 5 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Tirunelveli and Tiruchirappalli?
No, both are on Asia/Kolkata at the moment.
Which airports are used for Tirunelveli to Tiruchirappalli flights?
Typically Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (TRV) to Tiruchirappalli International Airport (TRZ).
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.