Tiruchirappalli International Airport (VOTR)
Large airport · Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, India
Airport data
| Name | Tiruchirappalli International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | VOTR |
| IATA | TRZ |
| Elevation | 288 ft (88 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 10°45'46" E 78°43'4" 10.76291, 78.71774 |
| Location | Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 6,115 ft (1864 m) | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
Tiruchirappalli International Airport at a glance
Tiruchirappalli International Airport is a large airport in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, India, known to airline systems as TRZ. The field elevation of 288 ft (88 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at VOTR are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
The single runway, 09/27, offers 6,115 ft (1864 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 09 points roughly 90° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for VOTR shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Tiruchirappalli International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Madurai Airport | VOMD | 124 km (67 NM) |
| Salem Airport | VOSM | 134 km (72 NM) |
| Pondicherry Airport | VOPC | 179 km (97 NM) |
| Jaffna International Airport | VCCJ | 183 km (99 NM) |
| Coimbatore International Airport | VOCB | 185 km (100 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Tiruchirappalli International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 288 ft field elevation of Tiruchirappalli International Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 139 airports and airfields we list for India — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Tiruchirappalli International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Tiruchirappalli International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Tiruchirappalli International Airport is VOTR, and its IATA code is TRZ. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Tiruchirappalli International Airport above sea level?
Tiruchirappalli International Airport sits at an elevation of 288 feet (88 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Tiruchirappalli International Airport located?
The airport lies at 10.7629, 78.7177 — in Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, India, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Madurai Airport, about 124 km away.
Does VOTR publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for VOTR appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Tiruchirappalli International Airport?
Tiruchirappalli International Airport has one runway. The longest, 09/27, measures 6,115 ft (1864 m) with a ASP surface.