Flying from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Madurai Airport (IXM): what you need to know
Madurai's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Madurai one hour 30 minutes behind Ho Chi Minh City.
To ensure you catch your SGN to IXM flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
If you want to discover another city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Madurai Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport is a sought-after stop between SGN and IXM.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN) to Madurai Airport (IXM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Madurai Airport flight is RM643. A round-trip ticket is currently RM1,923. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from SGN to IXM. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Madurai Airport.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from SGN to IXM.
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Handy information about Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
Of all flights departing from Tan Son Nhat International Airport, 66.42% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Ho Chi Minh City to Tan Son Nhat International Airport is around 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near SGN? If you're catching an early flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Madurai Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Madurai Airport (IXM)
If you're getting in on a late Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Madurai Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near IXM:
Getting from Madurai Airport (IXM) to central Madurai
Madurai Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from central Madurai. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Madurai Airport (IXM)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Madurai Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Madurai. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Tan Son Nhat International Airport to Madurai Airport for April if you'd like to explore Madurai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SGN 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 discovered after you've experienced Madurai. Around 338 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Chennai is another must-experience destination in India and is around 418 kilometres north-east of Madurai. No trip is complete without dropping by Marina Beach, Fort St. George and Government Museum.
