Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Mangalore Airport (IXE): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Chennai Airport to Mangalore Airport is 1 hour 45 minutes.
Mangalore's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Chennai.
Every week, there are 52 Chennai Airport to Mangalore Airport flights. If you want to get going early, opt for the 05:40 IndiGo flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 19:20 with IndiGo.
Your MAA to IXE flight won't wait if you're running 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 traveling internationally.
Traveling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Mangalore (and then exploring more of India!) is a breeze with IndiGo. This popular airline has direct flights from Chennai Airport to Mangalore Airport.
Most travelers choose to fly with IndiGo on this route.
IndiGo is the most punctual carrier operating MAA to IXE flights, with 71.43% of its services arriving as planned.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Mangalore Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between MAA and IXE include:
Kempegowda International Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Mangalore Airport (IXE)
$36 is currently the best price for a one-way Chennai Airport to Mangalore Airport flight. Return flights start at $73. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Score cheap tickets from MAA to IXE by booking at least seven months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Mangalore Airport. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MAA to IXE by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Discover the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Chennai Airport to Mangalore Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
76.04% of flights that take off from Chennai Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Chennai Airport is about 19 kilometers from central Chennai. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Chennai Airport to Mangalore Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to MAA:
Arriving at Mangalore Airport (IXE)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Chennai Airport to Mangalore Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IXE instead:
Getting from Mangalore Airport (IXE) to central Mangalore
From Mangalore Airport, Mangalore is approximately 6 kilometers away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the center.
When to fly to Mangalore Airport (IXE)
August is the most popular month for flights from Chennai Airport to Mangalore Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Mangalore in April.
When booking your flight from Chennai Airport to Mangalore Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Mangalore, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MAA to IXE sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of India
You've seen Mangalore, now it's time to explore other parts of India. Travel around 290 kilometers east to Bengaluru to tick off its must-visit sights. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in India, head for Coimbatore, roughly 306 kilometers south-east of Mangalore. Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple are key highlights.