Flying from Madurai Airport (IXM) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC): what you need to know
Munich's timezone is UTC+1, which makes Munich four hours 30 minutes behind Madurai.
Give yourself enough time to catch your IXM to MUC flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Madurai Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between IXM and MUC:
Dubai Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madurai Airport (IXM) to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Currently, $762 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Madurai Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $2,174. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from IXM to MUC. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when looking for your flight from Madurai Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from IXM to MUC is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Madurai Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Madurai Airport (IXM)
Of the departures from Madurai Airport, 71.91% land on time at their destination.
To reach Madurai Airport from central Madurai, it takes about 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Have an early flight from Madurai Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to IXM:
Arriving at Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Consider staying in a hotel close to MUC if you're on a late Madurai Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own speed with a Franz Josef Strauss Airport rental car. Book your wheels from OK Mobility, Alamo or Sixt and find adventure across Munich and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Franz Josef Strauss Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to central Munich
Franz Josef Strauss Airport to central Munich has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
The quietest month for a flight from Madurai Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is January, while April is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Munich based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Munich is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC and 26ºC. Book your flights from Madurai Airport to Franz Josef Strauss Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IXM to MUC in January. Average temperatures are between -8ºC and 6ºC then.
Explore more of Germany
Munich has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Germany waiting to be explored. Around 499 kilometres north-west of Munich, a visit to Essen will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Aussichtspunkt Wattenscheider Hellweg, Bergischer Weg - 2 Etappe and Hasenwiese.
Stuttgart is another favourite destination in Germany and is around 193 kilometres north-west of Munich. No trip is complete without dropping by Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart City Library and Porsche Museum.
