Travelling from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Madurai Airport (IXM): what you need to know
The timezone in Madurai is UTC+5:30, which is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Doha.
Your DOH to IXM flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Hamad International Airport to Madurai Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between DOH and IXM include:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Chennai Airport
Handy information about Hamad International Airport (DOH)
81% of flights departing from Hamad International Airport arrive at their destination according to schedule. With its reliable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when flying out of DOH.
To get to Hamad International Airport from central Doha, it takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near DOH? If you're catching an early flight from Hamad International Airport to Madurai Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Madurai Airport (IXM)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Hamad International Airport to Madurai Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IXM instead:
Getting from Madurai Airport (IXM) to central Madurai
Madurai Airport to the centre of Madurai has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
It'll take around 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Madurai Airport (IXM)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Hamad International Airport to Madurai Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Madurai. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Hamad International Airport to Madurai Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Madurai, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC to 39ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 19ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap tickets from DOH to IXM sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of India
You've seen Madurai, now it's time to explore other parts 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, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major stop in India, head for Chennai, roughly 418 kilometres north-east of Madurai. Meenakshi Temple, Marina beach and Marina Beach are among the biggest draws.