Flying from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Madurai Airport (IXM): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Zayed International Airport to Madurai Airport is 4 hours 20 minutes.
The timezone in Madurai is UTC+5:30, which is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Abu Dhabi.
Each week, there are three Zayed International Airport to Madurai Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to catch your AUH to IXM flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as December, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
Jetting into Madurai (and then discovering more of India!) is easy with IndiGo. This popular carrier has direct flights from Zayed International Airport to Madurai Airport.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is IndiGo.
IndiGo stands out as the most punctual carrier for AUH to IXM flights, with 96.15% of its services landing as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Zayed International Airport to Madurai Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between AUH and IXM:
Mumbai Airport
Bengaluru Airport
Chennai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Zayed International Airport (AUH) to Madurai Airport (IXM)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Zayed International Airport to Madurai Airport flight is $258. A round-trip ticket is currently $593. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from AUH to IXM if you book early. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Zayed International Airport to Madurai Airport.
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Handy information about Zayed International Airport (AUH)
Of all flights leaving Zayed International Airport, 75% land on time at their destination.
To get to Zayed International Airport from central Abu Dhabi, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Zayed International Airport to Madurai Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to AUH:
Arriving at Madurai Airport (IXM)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Zayed International Airport to Madurai Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near IXM instead:
Getting from Madurai Airport (IXM) to central Madurai
Madurai Airport to central Madurai has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Madurai Airport (IXM)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Zayed International Airport to Madurai Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Madurai. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Madurai is April, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC and 39ºC. Book your flights from Zayed International Airport to Madurai Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 19ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap tickets from AUH to IXM sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
You've seen Madurai, now it's time to discover more of India. Travel about 338 kilometres north to Bengaluru to tick off its must-visit sights. From Meenakshi Temple to Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Chennai is another must-experience destination in India and is around 418 kilometres north-east of Madurai. No journey is complete without seeing Meenakshi Temple, Marina beach and Marina Beach.