Travelling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Madurai Airport (IXM): what you need to know
Madurai's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Madurai four hours 30 minutes ahead of Amsterdam.
Leave plenty of time to catch your AMS to IXM flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Madurai Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between AMS and IXM:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Madurai Airport (IXM)
At the moment, ₹ 28,393 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Madurai Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ₹ 93,628. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from AMS to IXM. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Madurai Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
When it comes to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol's on-time performance, 67.93% of flights complete their journey on time.
Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is around 23 kilometres from central Amsterdam. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Madurai Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near AMS:
Arriving at Madurai Airport (IXM)
Book a hotel near IXM if you're taking a late Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Madurai Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Madurai Airport (IXM) to central Madurai
Madurai Airport is roughly 13 kilometres from central Madurai. Driving there takes about 30 minutes.
When to fly to Madurai Airport (IXM)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Madurai Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Madurai. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Madurai Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Madurai, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 39ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from AMS to IXM in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 19ºC and 31ºC on average.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered once you've seen Madurai. Around 338 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Around 418 kilometres north-east of Madurai, Chennai is another essential stop in India. Start your sightseeing at Marina Beach, Fort St. George and Government Museum.