Direct (nonstop) flights from Coimbatore to Chennai

2 airlines fly nonstop from Coimbatore (CJB) to Chennai International (MAA). It's 250 miles (402 km), about 1h 5m in the air. Operated by IndiGo, Air India.

CJB
Coimbatore
🇮🇳 Coimbatore, India
MAA
Chennai International
🇮🇳 Chennai, India
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
250 mi
402 km
CO₂/pax
46 kg
−39 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
IndiGo +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by IndiGo IndiGo Air India Air India

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

IndiGo 6E IndiGo
Route
CJB → MAA
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
250 mi
Air India AI Air India
Route
CJB → MAA
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
250 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Coimbatore to Chennai with one stop · direct emits 46 kg CO₂ per passenger

CJB BLR (Bengaluru) MAA
Leg 1: 1h 8m (155 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (166 mi) Total: ~2h 13m 🍃 85 kg CO₂ (+85% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CJB → BLR
1h 8m · 155 mi
View CJB to BLR flights →
Leg 2
BLR → MAA
1h 5m · 166 mi
View BLR to MAA flights →
CJB CMB (Colombo) MAA
Leg 1: 1h 10m (329 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (400 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 160 kg CO₂ (+248% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CJB → CMB
1h 10m · 329 mi
View CJB to CMB flights →
Leg 2
CMB → MAA
1h 20m · 400 mi
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CJB HYD (Hyderabad) MAA
Leg 1: 1h 25m (436 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (314 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 164 kg CO₂ (+257% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CJB → HYD
1h 25m · 436 mi
View CJB to HYD flights →
Leg 2
HYD → MAA
1h 20m · 314 mi
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CJB GOI (Goa) MAA
Leg 1: 1h 45m (368 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (455 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 177 kg CO₂ (+285% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CJB → GOI
1h 45m · 368 mi
View CJB to GOI flights →
Leg 2
GOI → MAA
1h 35m · 455 mi
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CJB NMI (Mumbai) MAA
Leg 1: 1h 50m (607 mi) Leg 2: 2h 3m (626 mi) Total: ~3h 53m 🍃 253 kg CO₂ (+450% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CJB → NMI
1h 50m · 607 mi
View CJB to NMI flights →
Leg 2
NMI → MAA
2h 3m · 626 mi
View NMI to MAA flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Coimbatore to Chennai?

A nonstop flight from Coimbatore (CJB) to Chennai (MAA) takes approximately 1 hours and 5 minutes. The distance is 250 miles (402 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Coimbatore to Chennai?

2 airlines: IndiGo, Air India.

Is there a nonstop flight from Coimbatore to Chennai?

Yes. 2 airlines: IndiGo, Air India.

How far is Coimbatore from Chennai?

The flight distance from Coimbatore to Chennai is 250 miles (402 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Coimbatore to Chennai?

At 1h 5m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Coimbatore to Chennai?

Roughly 46 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 230 km.

Is the return flight from Chennai to Coimbatore also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Coimbatore to Chennai?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Coimbatore for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.