Traveling from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Madurai Airport (IXM): what you need to know
Madurai's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Madurai two hours 30 minutes ahead of Riyadh.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your RUH to IXM flight.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Riyadh Airport to Madurai Airport. Here are the top stopovers between RUH and IXM:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hyderabad Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Riyadh Airport (RUH) to Madurai Airport (IXM)
At the moment, $220 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Riyadh Airport to Madurai Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $460. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from RUH to IXM if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Riyadh Airport to Madurai Airport is easy if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from RUH to IXM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Discover the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Riyadh Airport to Madurai Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Riyadh Airport (RUH)
85% of flights leaving Riyadh Airport reach their destination on schedule. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when taking off from RUH.
Central Riyadh to Riyadh Airport is approximately 32 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey on public transport will take about 1 hour 15 minutes.
Get your flight from Riyadh Airport to Madurai Airport off to an easy start. Just a short drive from RUH, stay at Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel and you'll be well-rested for the trip ahead.
Arriving at Madurai Airport (IXM)
Reserve a hotel close to IXM if you're on a late Riyadh Airport to Madurai Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Getting from Madurai Airport (IXM) to central Madurai
Madurai Airport is roughly 11 kilometers from the center of Madurai. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 45 minutes.
When to fly to Madurai Airport (IXM)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Riyadh Airport to Madurai Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Madurai. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from Riyadh Airport to Madurai Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Madurai, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
If you like traveling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RUH to IXM in January. Average temperatures are between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of India
You've done Madurai, now it's time to explore more of India. Travel around 338 kilometers north to Bengaluru to tick off its leading sights. From Meenakshi Temple to Museum of Art & Photography (MAP) and Sri Meenakshi Sundareshwara Temple, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 418 kilometers north-east of Madurai, Chennai is another essential stop in India. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Meenakshi Temple, Marina beach and Marina Beach.