Flying from Mangalore Airport (IXE) to Madurai Airport (IXM): what you need to know
Mangalore and Madurai share the UTC+5:30 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your IXE to IXM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Mangalore Airport to Madurai Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between IXE and IXM include:
Kempegowda International Airport
Chennai Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Mangalore Airport (IXE) to Madurai Airport (IXM)
R 851 is currently the best price for a one-way Mangalore Airport to Madurai Airport flight. A return flight starts at R 1,347. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from IXE to IXM. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Mangalore Airport to Madurai Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from IXE to IXM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Mangalore Airport to Madurai Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Mangalore Airport (IXE)
Of the flights that depart from Mangalore Airport, 60.6% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Mangalore Airport from central Mangalore, it takes about 10 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking an early flight from Mangalore Airport to Madurai Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to IXE:
Arriving at Madurai Airport (IXM)
If you're coming in on a late Mangalore Airport to Madurai Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these accommodation options near IXM:
Getting from Madurai Airport (IXM) to central Madurai
Madurai Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Madurai. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Madurai Airport (IXM)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Mangalore Airport to Madurai Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Madurai. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Madurai is April, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Book your flights from Mangalore Airport to Madurai Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from IXE to IXM around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered after you've seen Madurai. Around 338 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Around 418 kilometres north-east of Madurai, Chennai is another essential stop in India. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Marina Beach, Fort St. George and Government Museum.