Travelling from Madurai Airport (IXM) to Dubai: what you need to know
Around 4 hours 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Madurai Airport to Dubai.
Dubai is one hour 30 minutes behind Madurai, where Madurai Airport is located. Dubai runs on the UTC+4 timezone.
The most popular route is from Madurai Airport (IXM) to Dubai International Airport (DXB). Take your pick of seven services every week between these two airports. SpiceJet offers a 12:00 departure between IXM and DXB.
Give yourself enough time to make your IXM to Dubai flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as September? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Begin your trip at IXM and fly straight to Dubai International Airport (DXB). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Madurai Airport to Dubai tickets.
Keep your eyes peeled for promotions from SpiceJet. This carrier operates direct flights from Madurai Airport to Dubai.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tick off a new city. When searching for plane tickets from IXM to Dubai, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Popular options include:
Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Bengaluru Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
The journey from central Madurai to IXM takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a taxi, you'll cover the 10 kms (6 miles) in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel close to IXM? If you're boarding an early flight from Madurai Airport to Dubai, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Of all flights leaving Madurai Airport, 75% land on schedule at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Madurai Airport (IXM) to Dubai
£159 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Madurai Airport to Dubai flight. A return plane ticket right now is £320. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
Book one month before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from IXM to Dubai.
Plan your trip for June. That's the best month for scoring an incredible deal on Madurai Airport to Dubai tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the cheapest price across every month.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Madurai Airport to Dubai.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Dubai International Airport (DXB) to the centre of Dubai takes about 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kms (9 miles) away.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Madurai Airport to Dubai. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DXB instead:
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Dubai International Airport around three weeks before your flight from IXM to Dubai.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Once your flight from Madurai Airport to Dubai has landed, you can get to the city centre in around 40 minutes by car. Central Dubai is roughly 48 kms (30 miles) from Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC).
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour 20 minutes or so.
Following your IXM to Dubai flight, rest your head at a hotel near DWC. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Get first dibs on the best options. Securing your ride from DWC three weeks in advance often means more savings and a wider choice of vehicles.
Best time to go to Dubai
December is the quietest month for flights from Madurai Airport to Dubai, while January is the busiest. Find the best time to visit Dubai based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When booking your Madurai Airport to Dubai plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Dubai, with temperatures ranging from 30ºC to 42ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from IXM to Dubai in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 14ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Dubai
After booking your flight from Madurai Airport to Dubai, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Dubai:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Dubai Opera, Burj Khalifa and Dubai Gold Souk are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Dubai itinerary.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi is just one of the many cities in the United Arab Emirates waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Dubai. Around 121 kms (75 miles) away to the southwest, top sights here include Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace.