Flying from Madurai Airport (IXM) to Salalah International Airport (SLL): what you need to know
Salalah's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Salalah one hour 30 minutes behind Madurai.
Your IXM to SLL flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Opt for a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Madurai Airport to Salalah International Airport. Dubai Airport is a popular stopover on the IXM to SLL route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Madurai Airport (IXM) to Salalah International Airport (SLL)
RM1,692 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Madurai Airport to Salalah International Airport flight. A return flight starts at RM4,433. These prices may change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from IXM to SLL if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your flight from Madurai Airport to Salalah International Airport.
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Handy information about Madurai Airport (IXM)
Of all flights leaving Madurai Airport, 71.91% arrive on time at their destination.
Madurai Airport is around 13 kilometres from central Madurai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to IXM? If you're boarding an early flight from Madurai Airport to Salalah International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Salalah International Airport (SLL)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Madurai Airport to Salalah International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SLL instead:
Pick up a Salalah International Airport rental car and discover Salalah and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Alamo and Goldcar are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Salalah International Airport about one week ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Salalah International Airport (SLL) to central Salalah
Salalah International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from the centre of Salalah. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Salalah International Airport (SLL)
The quietest month for a flight from Madurai Airport to Salalah International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Salalah based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Madurai Airport to Salalah International Airport for May if you'd like to go to Salalah during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 35ºC (95ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IXM to SLL in January. Average temperatures are between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF) then.
Explore more of Oman
Raysūt is just one of the many places in Oman waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Salalah. Around 16 kilometres away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Madinat Atlantis, Salalah Raysut and اطلالة على المحيط الهندي.
Around 31 kilometres east of Salalah, Ţāqah is another essential stop in Oman. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Open air museum, بيت كوفان التراثي Koofan Heritage House and Wadi Darbath watchtower.