Salem Airport (SXV) is about 20 km from the centre of Salem. A Ridhu Cabs Sedan from the city centre costs about ₹850 (airport rides are billed on a 30 km minimum plus driver bata). Pay the driver at the drop.
Salem Airport (SXV) taxi fare from Salem
Estimated airport fares from the centre of Salem, about 20 km away. Your actual fare depends on where your pickup address is; enter it in the Airport tab of the booking form for the exact figure.
| Car | Seats | Rate | One way | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
SedanDzire, Etios or similar | 4 | ₹15/km | ₹850 | Book |
Prime SedanAmaze, Ciaz or similar | 4 | ₹16/km | ₹880 | Book |
SUVErtiga, Xylo or similar | 6 | ₹20/km | ₹1,000 | Book |
InnovaToyota Innova | 7 | ₹21/km | ₹1,130 | Book |
Innova CrystaToyota Innova Crysta | 7 | ₹23/km | ₹1,190 | Book |
Airport rides use one way rates with a 30 km minimum, plus bata. Tolls and parking are extra at actuals.
Taxi to SXV airport from nearby cities
Living outside Salem? These are estimated fares from other cities to the airport (road distance to Salem plus about 20 km to the terminal).
| From | Distance | Sedan | Innova |
|---|---|---|---|
| Namakkal | ~75 km | ₹1,525 | ₹2,075 |
| Dharmapuri | ~85 km | ₹1,675 | ₹2,285 |
| Erode | ~85 km | ₹1,675 | ₹2,285 |
| Krishnagiri | ~130 km | ₹2,350 | ₹3,230 |
| Karur | ~130 km | ₹2,350 | ₹3,230 |
| Tiruppur | ~140 km | ₹2,500 | ₹3,440 |
| Tirupattur | ~145 km | ₹2,575 | ₹3,545 |
| Tiruvannamalai | ~160 km | ₹2,800 | ₹3,860 |
| Trichy | ~160 km | ₹2,800 | ₹3,860 |
| Vaniyambadi | ~168 km | ₹2,920 | ₹4,028 |
| Hosur | ~175 km | ₹3,025 | ₹4,175 |
| Coimbatore | ~185 km | ₹3,175 | ₹4,385 |
Timing your Salem Airport (SXV) ride
Reach the airport at least two hours before a domestic flight and three hours before an international one; tell us the flight time and we will work out the leave time.
Salem is the crossroads of the Bengaluru–Coimbatore and Chennai–Madurai corridors, so it is a natural halt on long drives.
- We run 24 hours, so 3 AM and midnight pickups are routine.
- Share your flight number or time in the booking and we will confirm the driver the evening before.
- Pickups from the airport: the driver waits at arrivals and calls you when you land.
- Luggage-heavy? An SUV or Innova takes more bags than a Sedan.
About Salem and the airport
Salem Airport serves Salem, the steel city at the foot of the Shevaroy hills. It is at Kamalapuram, Omalur, about 20 km from the city centre. Hubs we serve in Salem: Salem Junction, Salem new bus stand and Salem Airport (SXV), Kamalapuram.
Popular pickup areas in Salem: Fairlands, Hasthampatti, Ammapet, Five Roads and Shevapet.
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Frequently asked questions
How much is a taxi to Salem Airport?
A Sedan from the centre of Salem (about 20 km) costs around ₹850, an SUV about ₹1,000 and an Innova about ₹1,130. Airport rides are billed on a 30 km minimum with driver bata.
How far is SXV airport from Salem?
Salem Airport is about 20 km from the centre of Salem, at Kamalapuram, Omalur.
Can I book an early-morning airport taxi?
Yes. We run 24 hours. Choose the time in the Airport tab of the booking form and give us your flight time.
Do you offer airport pickup as well as drop?
Yes. The Airport tab has both: drop to the airport or pick up from the airport.
Do I pay in advance?
No. You pay the driver in cash or UPI at the end of the ride.
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