Travelling from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Madurai Airport (IXM): what you need to know
Madurai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Madurai two hours 30 minutes ahead of Manama.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your BAH to IXM flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bahrain International Airport to Madurai Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between BAH and IXM:
Dubai Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Madurai Airport (IXM)
Right now, 117 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bahrain International Airport to Madurai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 238 €. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BAH to IXM if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Bahrain International Airport to Madurai Airport across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from BAH to IXM.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Bahrain International Airport to Madurai Airport.
Handy information about Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
85.53% of flights leaving Bahrain International Airport reach their destination as planned. With its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when jetting out of BAH.
Bahrain International Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Manama. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of about 45 minutes when using public transport.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to BAH? If you're boarding an early flight from Bahrain International Airport to Madurai Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Madurai Airport (IXM)
Consider booking a hotel near IXM if you have a late Bahrain International Airport to Madurai Airport flight. Select one of these 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 reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Madurai Airport (IXM)
The quietest month for a flight from Bahrain International Airport to Madurai Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Madurai based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Madurai is April, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Lock in your flights from Bahrain International Airport to Madurai Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BAH to IXM around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Madurai. Around 338 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Around 418 kilometres north-east of Madurai, Chennai is another essential stop in India. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Marina Beach, Fort St. George and Government Museum.