Travelling from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to Madurai Airport (IXM): what you need to know
Madurai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Bagdogra.
To ensure you catch your IXB to IXM flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bagdogra Airport to Madurai Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between IXB and IXM:
Chennai Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to Madurai Airport (IXM)
Right now, RM497 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Bagdogra Airport to Madurai Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is RM1,055. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from IXB to IXM. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Bagdogra Airport to Madurai Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from IXB to IXM.
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Handy information about Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
When it comes to Bagdogra Airport's on-time performance, 73.66% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Bagdogra Airport from central Bagdogra, it'll take around 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 40 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near IXB? If you're catching an early flight from Bagdogra Airport to Madurai Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Madurai Airport (IXM)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Bagdogra Airport to Madurai Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IXM instead:
Getting from Madurai Airport (IXM) to central Madurai
From Madurai Airport, Madurai is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Madurai Airport (IXM)
August is the busiest month for flights from Bagdogra Airport to Madurai Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Madurai in April.
Before locking in your flight from Bagdogra Airport to Madurai Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Madurai, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IXB to IXM in January. Average temperatures are between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Madurai. Around 338 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in India, consider Chennai, about 418 kilometres north-east of Madurai. Marina Beach, Fort St. George and Government Museum are highlights.
