Flying from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Madurai Airport (IXM): what you need to know
The timezone in Madurai is UTC+5:30, which is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Dar Es Salaam.
Your DAR to IXM flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Madurai Airport. Many travellers pass through Dubai Airport when flying between DAR and IXM.
How to find the cheapest flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) to Madurai Airport (IXM)
At the moment, R 8,877 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Julius Nyerere International Airport to Madurai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 14,775. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from DAR to IXM, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Madurai Airport across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from DAR to IXM.
Discover the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Madurai Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR)
Of all flights leaving Julius Nyerere International Airport, 68.39% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Julius Nyerere International Airport from central Dar Es Salaam, it takes about 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your break off to a relaxed start by staying near DAR. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Madurai Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Madurai Airport (IXM)
If you're arriving on a late Julius Nyerere International Airport to Madurai Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near IXM:
Getting from Madurai Airport (IXM) to central Madurai
Madurai Airport to central Madurai has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
When to fly to Madurai Airport (IXM)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Madurai Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Madurai. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Julius Nyerere International Airport to Madurai Airport for April if you want to go to Madurai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DAR to IXM in January. Average temperatures are between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of India
You've seen Madurai, now it's time to explore more of India. Travel about 338 kilometres north to Bengaluru to tick off its must-visit sights. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 418 kilometres north-east of Madurai, Chennai is another favourite stop in India. Start your sightseeing at Marina Beach, Fort St. George and Government Museum.
