Flying from Colombo to Madurai Airport (IXM): what you need to know
Planning your vacation begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Colombo. Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Colombo to Madurai Airport (IXM) taking off from here.
The average time for a direct flight from Colombo to Madurai Airport is 56 minutes.
Madurai Airport is located in Madurai. The city's timezone is UTC+5:30 — the same as Colombo.
The most popular route is from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Madurai Airport (IXM), with 9 direct weekly services. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CMB to IXM is the 08:15 SriLankan Airlines service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 13:40 with SriLankan Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your flight from Colombo to IXM.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Airports in Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Get there in one go from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Direct flights from Colombo to Madurai Airport (IXM) are available from here.
When leaving from CMB, you can catch a direct flight from Colombo to Madurai Airport with SriLankan Airlines.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and possibly even explore another city. When browsing flights from Colombo to IXM departing from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR)
Chennai Airport (MAA)
From central Colombo, CMB is approximately 32 kilometres away. Use navigation apps or visit the official airport website to work out the best way to get there.
Catching an early flight from Colombo to Madurai Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to Bandaranaike International Airport:
About Madurai Airport (IXM)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Colombo to Madurai Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near IXM:
Getting from Madurai Airport (IXM) to central Madurai
Madurai Airport to central Madurai is around 31 minutes by car. It's approximately 13 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Madurai Airport (IXM)
For a one-way ticket from Colombo to Madurai Airport, C$180 is the cheapest price. You can also book a return trip starting from C$325. These are the lowest fares right now but are subject to change depending on availability.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're looking for flight tickets from Colombo to IXM. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
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The best time to fly from Colombo to Madurai Airport (IXM)
August is the busiest month for flights from Colombo to Madurai Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Madurai in April when things are quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Colombo to IXM, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Madurai, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 39ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 19ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap flights from Colombo to Madurai Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Madurai
After booking your flight from Colombo to Madurai Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Madurai:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Meenakshi Amman Temple, Gandhi Memorial Museum and Vaigai Dam are must-visits when exploring Madurai.
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