Travelling from Madurai Airport (IXM) to Paro Airport (PBH): what you need to know
Paro is 30 minutes ahead of Madurai and follows the UTC+6 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your IXM to PBH flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Madurai Airport (IXM) to Paro Airport (PBH)
$400 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Madurai Airport to Paro Airport flight. Return flights start at $874. These prices can change depending on demand.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from IXM to PBH. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for a flight from Madurai Airport to Paro Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from IXM to PBH by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Madurai Airport to Paro Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Madurai Airport (IXM)
Of the departures from Madurai Airport, 71.91% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Madurai to Madurai Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Looking for a handy hotel close to IXM? If you've booked an early flight from Madurai Airport to Paro Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Paro Airport (PBH)
Consider staying in a hotel close to PBH if you're catching a late Madurai Airport to Paro Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Paro Airport (PBH) to central Paro
Paro Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from central Paro. The drive time takes around 5 minutes.
It takes around 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Paro Airport (PBH)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Madurai Airport to Paro Airport. May is the busiest month to visit Paro. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Madurai Airport to Paro Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Paro, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from IXM to PBH sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Bhutan
Paro has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Bhutan you'll want to see. About 19 kilometres east of Paro, a visit to Thimphu will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Yangtse Tsho, Sangaygang – Phajoding Trail and Dechenphodrang Chorten.
If you're eager to discover another side of Bhutan, head for Punakha, about 48 kilometres north-east of Paro. Sona Gasa, King's Winter Palace and Riverfront Punakha are among its highlights.
