Flying from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Madurai Airport (IXM): what you need to know
The timezone in Madurai is UTC+5:30, which is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Doha.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your DOH to IXM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hamad International Airport to Madurai Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between DOH and IXM:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Chennai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Madurai Airport (IXM)
ر.ق. 416 is the best price for a one-way Hamad International Airport to Madurai Airport flight. Return flights start from ر.ق. 1,075. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from DOH to IXM. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price in each month when looking for your flight from Hamad International Airport to Madurai Airport.
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Handy information about Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Hamad International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 83.59% of flights that take off from DOH arrive at their destination on time.
Central Doha to Hamad International Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip on public transport takes about 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Hamad International Airport to Madurai Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near DOH:
Arriving at Madurai Airport (IXM)
If you're getting in on a late Hamad International Airport to Madurai Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these options near IXM:
Getting from Madurai Airport (IXM) to central Madurai
Madurai Airport to the centre of Madurai has a drive time of about 30 minutes. It's approximately 13 kilometres away.
When to fly to Madurai Airport (IXM)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Hamad International Airport to Madurai Airport. August is the most popular month to head to Madurai. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Madurai is April, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC and 39ºC. Book your flights from Hamad International Airport to Madurai Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DOH to IXM in January. Temperatures average between 19ºC and 31ºC then.
Explore more of India
You've seen Madurai, now it's time to discover other parts of India. Journey around 338 kilometres north to Bengaluru to check off its top sights. From Bangalore Palace to Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you want to check out another major stop in India, consider Chennai, roughly 418 kilometres north-east of Madurai. Marina Beach, Fort St. George and Government Museum are key highlights.