Travelling from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Madurai Airport (IXM): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Madurai Airport is 4 hours 35 minutes.
Madurai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Madurai one hour 30 minutes ahead of Dubai.
Every week, there are ten Dubai Airport to Madurai Airport flights. If you want to get going as early as possible, select the 05:00 SpiceJet flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 05:00 with SpiceJet.
To ensure you catch your DXB to IXM flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month like January? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
SpiceJet is your gateway to exploring Madurai (and perhaps some other great corners of India!). Check out the direct flights from Dubai Airport to Madurai Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with SpiceJet on this route.
SpiceJet stands out as the most punctual carrier for DXB to IXM flights, with 85.25% of its services arriving on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Dubai Airport to Madurai Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between DXB and IXM:
Chennai Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Madurai Airport (IXM)
82 € is the lowest price for a one-way Dubai Airport to Madurai Airport flight. Return flights start at 224 €. These fares can change based on demand.
Book five months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from DXB to IXM.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Madurai Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from DXB to IXM by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Dubai Airport to Madurai Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
When it comes to Dubai Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.31% of flights complete their journey on time.
Dubai Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 50 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near DXB. Whether you're catching an early flight from Dubai Airport to Madurai Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Madurai Airport (IXM)
Consider staying in a hotel close to IXM if you're catching a late Dubai Airport to Madurai Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Madurai Airport (IXM) to central Madurai
Madurai Airport to central Madurai has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
When to fly to Madurai Airport (IXM)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Dubai Airport to Madurai Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Madurai. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Dubai Airport to Madurai Airport, think about the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Madurai, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from DXB to IXM in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored after you've seen Madurai. Around 338 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
If you're interested in discovering another side of India, head for Chennai, about 418 kilometres north-east of Madurai. Marina Beach, Fort St. George and Government Museum are key reasons to visit.