Flying from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Madurai Airport (IXM): what you need to know
Madurai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Ranchi.
To ensure you get on your IXR to IXM flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Birsa Munda Airport to Madurai Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between IXR and IXM:
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Madurai Airport (IXM)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Birsa Munda Airport to Madurai Airport flight is Rs25,301. A round-trip ticket right now is Rs48,833. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from IXR to IXM if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Birsa Munda Airport to Madurai Airport across each month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Birsa Munda Airport to Madurai Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)
Of all flights departing from Birsa Munda Airport, 63.79% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Ranchi to Birsa Munda Airport is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Booked an early flight from Birsa Munda Airport to Madurai Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to IXR:
Arriving at Madurai Airport (IXM)
Book a hotel close to IXM if you're catching a late Birsa Munda Airport to Madurai Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Madurai Airport (IXM) to central Madurai
From Madurai Airport, Madurai is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Madurai Airport (IXM)
August is the busiest month for flights from Birsa Munda Airport to Madurai Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Madurai in April.
Lock in your flight from Birsa Munda Airport to Madurai Airport for April if you want to go to Madurai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 39ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 19ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap tickets from IXR to IXM sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Madurai has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of India just waiting to be explored. Around 338 kilometres north of Madurai, a visit to Bengaluru will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in India, consider Chennai, roughly 418 kilometres north-east of Madurai. Marina Beach, Fort St. George and Government Museum are among the biggest draws.
