Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Madurai Airport (IXM): What you need to know
Start your holiday planning by working out where you'll board your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Madurai Airport (IXM). Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) are Kuala Lumpur's main airports.
Madurai Airport is located in Madurai. The city follows the UTC+5:30 timezone and is two hours 30 minutes behind Kuala Lumpur.
Your flight from Kuala Lumpur to IXM won't wait if you're late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
In peak travel periods, expect longer queues and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling and perhaps even visit a new city. When browsing cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to IXM departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Top options include:
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Chennai Airport (MAA)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Located around 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur, KUL can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Madurai Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to Kuala Lumpur International Airport:
58.65% of flights leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
You can reach SZB from the centre of Kuala Lumpur in approximately 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 24 kilometres or so.
Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport the day before your Kuala Lumpur to IXM flight:
As far as flight punctuality goes, Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 67.97%.
About Madurai Airport (IXM)
If you have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Madurai Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near IXM:
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Madurai Airport (IXM)
109 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Madurai Airport. Return flights start at 226 €. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Kuala Lumpur to IXM. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Affordable Kuala Lumpur to Madurai Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Madurai Airport (IXM)
April is the quietest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Madurai Airport (IXM), while August is the busiest. Find the ideal time to visit Madurai based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Madurai is April, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Book your Kuala Lumpur to IXM plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Madurai Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about Madurai
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Madurai right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Madurai Airport:
Meenakshi Amman Temple and Meenakshi Sundareshwarar Temple are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Madurai travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Meenakshi Amman temple koothiyarkundu.
Explore more of India
Tirunelveli is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered after you've seen Madurai. Around 129 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Veda Thavro (Krishnan Temple), Mahadeva Swami Temple and ISKCON Tirunelveli.
If you want to check out another great destination in India, head for Coimbatore, roughly 177 kilometres north-west of Madurai. Indira Gandhi Wildlife Sanctuary and National Park, Sri Sathya Sai Mandir and Mahatma Gandhi Memorial are highlights.