Travelling from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Madurai Airport (IXM): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Madurai Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Madurai is UTC+5:30, which is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Dubai.
Flights from DXB to IXM start at 05:00 — the earliest with SpiceJet. The last departure is at 05:00 with SpiceJet. Overall, you can take your pick of six weekly Dubai Airport to Madurai Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your DXB to IXM flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as December, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
SpiceJet has direct flights from Dubai Airport to Madurai Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Madurai — and maybe even more of India if your schedule allows.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is SpiceJet.
SpiceJet is the most punctual carrier that operates DXB to IXM flights.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dubai Airport to Madurai Airport. Here are the top stopovers between DXB and IXM:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
Bengaluru Airport
Chennai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Madurai Airport (IXM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Dubai Airport to Madurai Airport flight is $288. A return plane ticket right now is $619. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from DXB to IXM by booking at least 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
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 find the lowest price across each month.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dubai Airport to Madurai Airport.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
71% of flights leaving from Dubai Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to Dubai Airport from central Dubai, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Dubai Airport to Madurai Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to DXB:
Arriving at Madurai Airport (IXM)
If you're coming in on a late Dubai Airport to Madurai Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near IXM:
When to fly to Madurai Airport (IXM)
The quietest month for a flight from Dubai Airport to Madurai Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Madurai based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Madurai is April, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 39ºC. Book your flights from Dubai Airport to Madurai Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 19ºC and 31ºC. Look for cheap tickets from DXB to IXM sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
You've visited Madurai, now it's time to discover other parts of India. Journey about 338 kilometres north to Bengaluru to check off its leading sights. From Meenakshi Temple to Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in India, consider Chennai, about 418 kilometres north-east of Madurai. Meenakshi Temple, Marina beach and Marina Beach are the start of reasons to visit.

