How to find cheap flights to Coimbatore Airport (CJB)
The cheapest price currently available for a one-way flight to Coimbatore Airport is ₹ 3,547. A round-trip plane ticket to CJB right now is ₹ 7,016.
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Avoid leaving things to the last moment. You're more likely to find the best price on tickets to Coimbatore, where Coimbatore Airport is located, if you book early. Airlines generally offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
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If you aren't in a rush to travel to Coimbatore, consider going the long way round. You might find cheaper plane tickets to Coimbatore Airport if you book a flight with a stop or two.
Best time to go to Coimbatore
May is typically the cheapest month to hop on a flight to Coimbatore.
If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest month, and even day of the year, for flights to CJB.
December is the most popular month for flights to CJB. It's the perfect time to experience Coimbatore at its liveliest.
The quietest time of the year to travel is May. Lock in your plane tickets to Coimbatore then and enjoy sightseeing at a more relaxed pace.
With averages of between 23ºC and 38ºC, April is when Coimbatore is warmest. Schedule your visit around your weather preferences to make the most of your trip.
Temperatures are lowest in January, when they range from 17ºC to 30ºC.
January is when you're least likely to need an umbrella. With one day of rain on average, this is the driest month in Coimbatore.
Rain is more common here during October, which gets around 15 days of wet weather.
Weather snapshot
The weather in Coimbatore features a tropical climate with hot summers, refreshing monsoons, and pleasant winters. Here's what to expect throughout the year:
December – February: Winter brings cooler days around 28°C and crisp nights dropping to 18°C, making these the best times to explore Coimbatore with light cotton clothes and a thin layer for evenings.
March – May: Summer arrives with temperatures reaching 36°C during the day and dropping to 23°C at night. Early mornings offer the best conditions for exploring before the heat builds up.
June – September: Monsoon season brings refreshing rains and cooler temperatures, with daytime highs around 30°C and nights dropping to 22°C. You'll find indoor attractions, museums, and covered markets particularly enjoyable during the frequent showers that define these months.
October – November: Post-monsoon weather brings highs of 32°C and nights around 22°C, making it ideal for exploring outdoor attractions and nature walks throughout the city.
Flying to Coimbatore Airport (CJB): What you need to know
Offering direct flights to Coimbatore Airport, these top airlines make getting to Coimbatore easy:
Consider booking your CJB plane ticket with IndiGo. It's the top performer for punctuality, with up to 98% of flights to this hub showing up on time.
CJB is located in the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Eager to get some sleep after your flight to CJB? These hotels near Coimbatore Airport offer the ideal place to relax and unwind:
Coimbatore Airport has an on-time performance of 66%. This rating tracks how regularly flights from CJB arrive at their destination as planned.
What is the baggage allowance on flights to Coimbatore Airport (CJB)?
Most airlines operating flights to Coimbatore Airport (CJB) include a carry-on bag with standard fares, though allowances can vary depending on your airline and ticket type. Here's what you can typically expect with major airlines serving Coimbatore Airport (CJB):
IndiGo
Carry-on allowance: 7kg cabin bag plus personal item
Checked baggage: 15kg included with some economy fares
Terminal: Arrives at Coimbatore Airport (CJB), domestic terminal
Air India
Carry-on allowance: 7kg cabin bag (55x35x25cm) plus personal item
Checked baggage: 23kg included with some economy fares
Terminal: Arrives at Coimbatore Airport (CJB), domestic terminal with basic facilities and ground transportation connections
Scoot
Carry-on allowance: 10kg cabin bag (54x38x23cm) plus personal item
Checked baggage: 20kg included with some economy fares
Terminal: Arrives at Coimbatore Airport (CJB), Terminal 1
Coimbatore Airport (CJB) offers free Wi-Fi throughout the terminal, along with duty-free shopping and several dining options including cafes and restaurants. You'll find essential services such as ATMs, currency exchange counters, and medical facilities available on-site. The airport also provides adequate parking facilities and taxi services for your onward journey into the city.
Getting to central Coimbatore from Coimbatore Airport (CJB)
The distance from CJB to central Coimbatore is about 10 kilometres.
After touching down from your flight to CJB, driving to the centre will take around 20 minutes.
Expect the trip to take roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
If you're eager to stay near all the action in Coimbatore, unpack your bags at one of these top options:
Coimbatore highlights
Put these popular sights on your must-do list after hopping off your flight to Coimbatore:
Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park: An ideal place to start your city tour, this landmark is located around 5 kilometres west of the city centre.
Kurinji Garden Park: Here's where you can hit the pause button when exploring Coimbatore. This park is roughly 3 kilometres south of the centre.
Sri Ranganathar Temple: Hit up this landmark next. Around 10 kilometres southeast of the city centre, it's well worth stopping by for the full Coimbatore experience.
Sightseeing and travel inspiration
Things to do in Coimbatore: Explore the weekend markets at Town Hall for local produce and textiles, about 2 kilometres north of the centre, or take a morning walk through the VOC Park and Zoo, roughly 4 kilometres southeast near the racecourse. Head to the Siruvani Waterfalls, approximately 35 kilometres west in the Western Ghats foothills, where you can trek along forest paths and swim in natural pools fed by mountain streams.
Cultural experiences: Admire the intricate Dravidian architecture at Marudamalai Temple, about 15 kilometres northwest of central Coimbatore, or catch classical Bharatanatyam performances at the Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan cultural centre in Race Course area, roughly 3 kilometres south. Sample traditional Kongunadu cuisine like kuzhi paniyaram and sangam rice at local eateries in Cross Cut Road district, around 2 kilometres east of the city centre.
Seasonal highlights: Experience the grand Koniamman Temple Festival during March-April with traditional processions and cultural performances. The winter months from November to February offer the best time to visit Coimbatore, with pleasant weather perfect for exploring the nearby Nilgiri hills and tea plantations. Join the harvest celebrations during Pongal in January, where you can witness local farming traditions and enjoy freshly prepared regional delicacies.
How to get to Thrissur from Coimbatore Airport (CJB)
Visiting the nearby city of Thrissur? It's about 105 kilometres from CJB.
Travelling from Coimbatore Airport (CJB) to Erode
Located about 80 kilometres away, Erode is another city that's not far from Coimbatore Airport. It takes around 2 hours 50 minutes to make the journey on public transport from CJB.
The drive time to Erode is roughly 1 hour 50 minutes.
Explore more of India
There are plenty more places to explore in India, starting with Bengaluru. Meenakshi Temple, Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple are must-visits in this city, which is around 225 kilometres north of Coimbatore. Bengaluru Airport (BLR) is the closest airport in Bengaluru.
Tirunelveli is another top destination in India and is roughly 274 kilometres south of Coimbatore. Set your sights on top attractions like Veda Thavro (Krishnan Temple), ISKCON Tirunelveli and Sri Kailasanather & Sri Soundaravalli Ambal Temple.
About 177 kilometres southeast of Coimbatore, Madurai is worth a detour. Top reasons to go include Meenakshi Amman Temple, Meenakshi Sundareshwarar Temple and Meenakshi Amman temple koothiyarkundu. Flying into Madurai Airport (IXM) is the easiest way to arrive here.
