Flying from Madurai Airport (IXM) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Madurai Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is 2 hours 20 minutes.
Madurai and Mumbai share the UTC+5:30 timezone. That means there's no time difference to consider.
Every week, there are 26 Madurai Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board as soon as possible, go for the 15:55 IndiGo flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 16:55 with IndiGo.
Your IXM to BOM flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're traveling internationally.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Flying into Mumbai (and then discovering more of India!) is easy with IndiGo. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Madurai Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport.
IndiGo has the highest passenger demand on this route.
IndiGo is the most punctual carrier offering IXM to BOM flights.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Madurai Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between IXM and BOM:
Kempegowda International Airport
Chennai Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madurai Airport (IXM) to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
AED 258 is the lowest price for a one-way Madurai Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight. A return flight starts at AED 477. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
To secure cheap tickets from IXM to BOM, book your trip nine months ahead of your departure date.
Schedule your trip for August. That's the cheapest month for flights from Madurai Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from IXM to BOM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
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Handy information about Madurai Airport (IXM)
When it comes to Madurai Airport's on-time performance, 71.91% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach Madurai Airport from central Madurai, it takes about 30 minutes if you're traveling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Catching an early flight from Madurai Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to IXM:
Arriving at Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
If you're getting in on a late Madurai Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near BOM:
Grab a Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport rental car and discover Mumbai and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Avis and North Car Rental are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport about four weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to central Mumbai
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is approximately 18 kilometers from the center of Mumbai. The drive time takes about 40 minutes.
Getting to the center on public transport will take you around 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
The quietest month for a flight from Madurai Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Mumbai based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Mumbai is April, with temperatures ranging between 25ºC (77ºF) and 34ºC (93ºF). Book your flights from Madurai Airport to Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from IXM to BOM in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
Mumbai is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of India waiting to be explored. About 451 kilometers north of Mumbai, a visit to Ahmedabad will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Sabarmati Ashram / Mahatma Gandhi's Home, Kankaria Lake and Sidi Saiyyed's Mosque.
Pune is another essential stop in India and is around 121 kilometers south-east of Mumbai. No trip is complete without seeing Shaniwar Wada, Raja Dinkar Kelkar Museum and Parvati Hill.