Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Madurai Airport (IXM): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Chennai Airport to Madurai Airport.
Madurai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Chennai.
Choose from 87 weekly Chennai Airport to Madurai Airport flights. The 05:50 departure with IndiGo is the earliest available. IndiGo operates the last service of the day at 19:00.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MAA to IXM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Jetting into Madurai (and then seeing more of India!) is easy with IndiGo. This popular airline offers direct flights from Chennai Airport to Madurai Airport.
Most travellers choose to travel with IndiGo on this route.
With an impressive 96.72% of services landing on schedule, Air India has the best on-time record for MAA to IXM flights.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Madurai Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between MAA and IXM include:
Kempegowda International Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Bandaranaike International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Madurai Airport (IXM)
£34 is the lowest price for a one-way Chennai Airport to Madurai Airport flight. Return flights start from £67. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Score cheap tickets from MAA to IXM by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Madurai Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Chennai Airport to Madurai Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chennai Airport, 76.04% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Chennai to Chennai Airport is approximately 12 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near MAA. Whether you have an early flight from Chennai Airport to Madurai Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Madurai Airport (IXM)
Reserve a hotel near IXM if you have a late Chennai Airport to Madurai Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Madurai Airport (IXM) to central Madurai
From Madurai Airport, Madurai is approximately 8 miles away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Madurai Airport (IXM)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Chennai Airport to Madurai Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Madurai. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Madurai is April, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Lock in your flights from Chennai Airport to Madurai Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAA to IXM in January. Average temperatures are between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Madurai is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of India just waiting to be discovered. About 210 miles north of Madurai, a trip to Bengaluru will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
If you're looking to explore another corner of India, head for Chennai, about 260 miles north-east of Madurai. Marina Beach, Fort St. George and Government Museum are key reasons to visit.