Flying from Madurai Airport (IXM) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
Abu Dhabi's timezone is UTC+4, which makes Abu Dhabi one hour 30 minutes behind Madurai.
Your IXM to AUH flight 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.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Madurai Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between IXM and AUH:
Chennai Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Bandaranaike International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madurai Airport (IXM) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Currently, C$163 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Madurai Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is C$326. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from IXM to AUH, book ahead. Airlines usually offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Madurai Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from IXM to AUH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Madurai Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Madurai Airport (IXM)
Of the departures from Madurai Airport, 71.91% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Madurai to Madurai Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Booked an early flight from Madurai Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to IXM:
Arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Book a hotel close to AUH if you're taking a late Madurai Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own speed with an Abu Dhabi International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz, Alamo or Europcar and see more of Abu Dhabi and beyond.
Boost your chances of snagging a great deal by booking as early as you can. Reserving your vehicle from Abu Dhabi International Airport several weeks in advance is a good idea.
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
From Abu Dhabi International Airport, Abu Dhabi is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
The quietest month for a flight from Madurai Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport is April, while February is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Abu Dhabi based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Madurai Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport for July if you want to explore Abu Dhabi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 29ºC (84ºF) and 43ºC (109ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from IXM to AUH in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Dubai is just one of the many cities in United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Abu Dhabi. Around 121 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.
Around 145 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi, Sharjah is another favourite stop in United Arab Emirates. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.