Flying from Surat Gujarat Airport (STV) to Madurai Airport (IXM): what you need to know
Madurai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Surat.
Your STV to IXM flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Surat Gujarat Airport to Madurai Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between STV and IXM include:
Chennai Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Surat Gujarat Airport (STV) to Madurai Airport (IXM)
$93 is the lowest price for a one-way Surat Gujarat Airport to Madurai Airport flight. Return flights start at $202. These fares can change based on availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from STV to IXM, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Surat Gujarat Airport to Madurai Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Surat Gujarat Airport to Madurai Airport.
Handy information about Surat Gujarat Airport (STV)
Surat Gujarat Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 80.83% of flights that depart STV arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Central Surat to Surat Gujarat Airport is approximately 13 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Expect a journey time of around 1 hour on public transport.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near STV. Whether you've booked an early flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Madurai Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Madurai Airport (IXM)
If you're coming in on a late Surat Gujarat Airport to Madurai Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these options near IXM:
Getting from Madurai Airport (IXM) to central Madurai
Madurai Airport is roughly 13 kilometers from the center of Madurai. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Madurai Airport (IXM)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Madurai Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Madurai. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Surat Gujarat Airport to Madurai Airport for April if you want to explore Madurai during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from STV to IXM in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
Madurai has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of India you should also see. Around 338 kilometers north of Madurai, a trip to Bengaluru will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Chennai is another sought-after destination in India and is around 418 kilometers north-east of Madurai. No trip is complete without a visit to Marina Beach, Fort St. George and Government Museum.