Travelling from Madurai Airport (IXM) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
London is five hours 30 minutes behind Madurai and is in the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you get on your IXM to LHR flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Madurai Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here are some options between IXM and LHR:
Dubai Airport
Bandaranaike International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madurai Airport (IXM) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
At the moment, $414 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Madurai Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $995. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from IXM to LHR, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when looking for a flight from Madurai Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Madurai Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
Handy information about Madurai Airport (IXM)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Madurai Airport, data shows 71.91% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Madurai to Madurai Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near IXM. Whether you've booked an early flight from Madurai Airport to London Heathrow Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Madurai Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and see more of London and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week before your trip.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport to the centre of London has a drive time of around 55 minutes. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
It typically takes 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The quietest month for a flight from Madurai Airport to London Heathrow Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to London based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Madurai Airport to London Heathrow Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from IXM to LHR in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) on average.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of United Kingdom waiting to be discovered. About 161 kilometres north-west of London, a visit to Birmingham will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in United Kingdom, consider Bristol, about 177 kilometres west of London. Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park are key reasons to visit.