Travelling from Madurai Airport (IXM) to London: what you need to know
The timezone in London is UTC+0. The city is 5 hours 30 minutes behind Madurai, where Madurai Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from IXM to London.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from IXM to London. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
You will need an embassy visa for United Kingdom if you have a passport from India and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements change frequently. So before booking your cheap ticket from Madurai Airport to London, check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
To get to IXM from central Madurai, it'll take about 31 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 8 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Want an easy start to your holiday? Stay near IXM. Whether you have an early flight from Madurai Airport to London or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Madurai Airport (IXM) to London
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Madurai Airport to London is £214. The cheapest price for a return flight is £422. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from IXM to London, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for a ticket from Madurai Airport to London.
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Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to the centre of London takes around 57 minutes by car. It's approximately 19 miles away.
It'll take around 1 hour and 1 minute to get there by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Madurai Airport to London, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near LHR:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is roughly 50 miles from central London. Once you've disembarked your flight from Madurai Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour and 19 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The journey will take about 1 hour and 26 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places where you can make a pit stop near LGW. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from IXM to London at one of these well-located options:
Best time to go to London
It's time to figure out your trip dates for your flight from Madurai Airport to London. July is the most popular month to visit London. If you prefer a quieter atmosphere, go in February.
The warmest month in London is July, with temperatures ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Lock in your flights from Madurai Airport to London in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from IXM to London in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about London
After locking in your flight from Madurai Airport to London, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring London:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are top sights which should feature on any good London itinerary.
Complete your London trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in London and explore the city at your leisure. Easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect set of wheels after booking your hotel and cheap flights from Madurai Airport to London.