Flying from Madurai Airport (IXM) to Bagdogra Airport (IXB): what you need to know
Bagdogra's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Madurai.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to board your IXM to IXB flight.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Madurai Airport to Bagdogra Airport. Here are the top stopovers between IXM and IXB:
Chennai Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madurai Airport (IXM) to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Madurai Airport to Bagdogra Airport flight is Rs30,465. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs67,924. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from IXM to IXB, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Madurai Airport to Bagdogra Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from IXM to IXB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Madurai Airport to Bagdogra Airport.
Handy information about Madurai Airport (IXM)
Of all flights leaving Madurai Airport, 71.91% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Madurai Airport from central Madurai, it takes about 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from Madurai Airport to Bagdogra Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near IXM:
Arriving at Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
Reserve a hotel close to IXB if you're catching a late Madurai Airport to Bagdogra Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to central Bagdogra
Bagdogra Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from central Bagdogra. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
It takes around 40 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
July is the most popular month for flights from Madurai Airport to Bagdogra Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Bagdogra in April.
Book your flight from Madurai Airport to Bagdogra Airport for April if you'd like to visit Bagdogra during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC and 38ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 10ºC and 25ºC. Search for cheap tickets from IXM to IXB sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
You've seen Bagdogra, now it's time to explore other corners of India. Journey around 467 kilometres south to Kolkata to tick off its leading sights. From Victoria Memorial to Howrah Bridge and Indian Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 338 kilometres west of Bagdogra, Patna is another essential stop in India. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Mahatma Gandhi Setu, Bihar Museum and Golghar.
