Flying from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Madurai Airport (IXM): what you need to know
Madurai is five hours 30 minutes behind Melbourne and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to catch your MEL to IXM flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like January? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd love to tour a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Madurai Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Bandaranaike International Airport is a well-known stop between MEL and IXM.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Madurai Airport (IXM)
Rs109,585 is the best price for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Madurai Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs244,689. These fares can change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MEL to IXM if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Madurai Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and land a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MEL to IXM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Madurai Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Of all flights leaving Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% arrive on time at their destination.
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 40 minutes on public transport.
Booked an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Madurai Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near MEL:
Arriving at Madurai Airport (IXM)
Reserve a hotel close to IXM if you're catching a late Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Madurai Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Madurai Airport (IXM) to central Madurai
Madurai Airport is approximately 13 kilometres from the centre of Madurai. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Madurai Airport (IXM)
August is the busiest month for flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Madurai Airport. For a quieter experience, head to Madurai in April.
The warmest month in Madurai is April, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC and 39ºC. Lock in your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Madurai Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MEL to IXM in January. Average temperatures are between 19ºC and 31ºC then.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be explored after you've experienced Madurai. Around 338 kilometres away to the north, its top attractions include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Chennai is another standout destination in India and is around 418 kilometres north-east of Madurai. No trip is complete without a visit to Marina Beach, Fort St. George and Government Museum.
