Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Madurai Airport (IXM): what you need to know
Madurai is five hours 30 minutes ahead of London and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LGW to IXM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
If you'd love to visit another city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Madurai Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport is a popular stop between LGW and IXM.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Madurai Airport (IXM)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Madurai Airport flight is RM1,088. A round-trip fare is currently RM3,652. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from LGW to IXM, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
69.26% of flights taking off from London Gatwick Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is around 80 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Madurai Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near LGW:
Arriving at Madurai Airport (IXM)
If you have a late London Gatwick Airport to Madurai Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near IXM:
Getting from Madurai Airport (IXM) to central Madurai
Madurai Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Madurai. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Madurai Airport (IXM)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Madurai Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Madurai based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Madurai Airport for April if you want to visit Madurai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LGW to IXM in January. Temperatures average between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Madurai. Around 338 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in India, consider Chennai, about 418 kilometres north-east of Madurai. Marina Beach, Fort St. George and Government Museum are the start of reasons to visit.