What is the IATA code for Tuticorin Airport?

The IATA code for Tuticorin is TCR.

Tuticorin (TCR) in Tuticorin, India. Terminal info, airlines, transport to city, and flight search on FareEagle.

TCR

Tuticorin

Q: How to reach Tuticorin Airport from the city?

Bus: Several local bus services connect the airport to various parts of Tuticorin. Frequency varies depending on the route. Taxi/Cab: Ola and Uber are available. Pre-paid taxi services are available at the airport. Approximate taxi fare to Tuticorin city center is ₹300-₹500. Distance: Approximately 16 km from Tuticorin city center, about 30 minutes without traffic, and 45 minutes during peak hours.

Tuticorin, India

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📍CityTuticorin

📞Helpline+91 461 227 2236

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Airport Road, Vagaikulam, Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu 628102, India

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ℹ️ About Tuticorin

Tuticorin Airport, also known as Thoothukudi Airport, was opened in 1992. It is operated by the Airports Authority of India (AAI).

The airport handled 0.29 million passengers in 2023-24. Its IATA code is TCR.

There are plans to expand the airport to accommodate larger aircraft and increase passenger capacity.

🏢 Terminals

Tuticorin Airport has one terminal building. This single terminal handles both domestic arrivals and departures.

It has a total area of 1,420 square meters. The terminal has a capacity of handling 380 passengers during peak hours.

There are no separate piers or concourses.

🚗 How to Reach Tuticorin Airport

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Bus

Several local bus services connect the airport to various parts of Tuticorin. Frequency varies depending on the route.

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Taxi/Cab

Ola and Uber are available. Pre-paid taxi services are available at the airport. Approximate taxi fare to Tuticorin city center is ₹300-₹500.

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Distance

Approximately 16 km from Tuticorin city center, about 30 minutes without traffic, and 45 minutes during peak hours.

🛎️ Airport Facilities

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Lounges

There are no lounges at Tuticorin Airport.

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Food & Dining

There is a snack bar and tea/coffee vending machines.

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Shopping

Limited retail options are available.

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Connectivity

Free WiFi is available. Passengers can connect to the 'AAI Free WiFi' network.

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Banking

ATMs are available.

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Medical

Basic first aid facilities are available.

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Other

Prayer room is available.

🅿️ Parking

Parking: Car parking is available. Rates are approximately ₹30 for the first 30 minutes, ₹85 for up to 2 hours, and ₹10 per additional hour. Daily rates are around ₹200.

💡 Tips for Travellers