Flying from Tirupati Airport (TIR) to Madurai Airport (IXM): what you need to know
Tirupati and Madurai share the UTC+5:30 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
To ensure you catch your TIR to IXM flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tirupati Airport (TIR) to Madurai Airport (IXM)
Right now, Rs6,894 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Tirupati Airport to Madurai Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs44,672. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from TIR to IXM, book early. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Tirupati Airport to Madurai Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from TIR to IXM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Tirupati Airport to Madurai Airport.
Handy information about Tirupati Airport (TIR)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Tirupati Airport, 57.91% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Tirupati Airport from central Tirupati, it takes around 30 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near TIR. Whether you have an early flight from Tirupati Airport to Madurai Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Madurai Airport (IXM)
Book a hotel close to IXM if you're on a late Tirupati Airport to Madurai Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Madurai Airport (IXM) to central Madurai
Madurai Airport to central Madurai has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
When to fly to Madurai Airport (IXM)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Tirupati Airport to Madurai Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Madurai. If you want a quieter vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Tirupati Airport to Madurai Airport for April if you want to visit Madurai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 39ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 19ºC and 31ºC. Look for cheap tickets from TIR to IXM sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of India
You've visited Madurai, now it's time to explore other parts of India. Travel about 338 kilometres north to Bengaluru to check off its popular sights. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out another major destination in India, consider Chennai, about 418 kilometres north-east of Madurai. Marina Beach, Fort St. George and Government Museum are the start of reasons to visit.
