Travelling from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to Madurai Airport (IXM): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Madurai Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 40 minutes.
Madurai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Hyderabad.
Every week, there are 15 Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Madurai Airport flights. If you prefer to take off early, select the 10:25 SpiceJet flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 15:00 with IndiGo.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your HYD to IXM flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
IndiGo offers direct flights from Rajiv Gandhi International 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 you have time.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is IndiGo.
IndiGo is the most punctual carrier that offers HYD to IXM flights, with 68.64% of its services reaching their destination on time.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Madurai Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between HYD and IXM:
Chennai Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
Bandaranaike International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to Madurai Airport (IXM)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Madurai Airport flight is $87. A round-trip fare right now is $173. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Get cheap tickets from HYD to IXM by booking at least five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Madurai Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
Of the departures from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport, 73.37% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Hyderabad to Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 50 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near HYD? If you've booked an early flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Madurai Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Madurai Airport (IXM)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Madurai Airport flight. Reserve 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 around 30 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
When to fly to Madurai Airport (IXM)
The quietest month for a flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Madurai Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Madurai based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Madurai Airport for April if you want to visit Madurai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from HYD to IXM around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of India
You've done Madurai, now it's time to explore other parts of India. Travel around 338 kilometres north to Bengaluru to tick off its leading sights. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Chennai is another sought-after destination in India and is around 418 kilometres north-east of Madurai. No journey is complete without visiting Marina Beach, Fort St. George and Government Museum.