Airports near Madurai
IXM・TRZ・TCR・CJB・COK
What airports are closest to Madurai?
The primary gateway is Madurai Airport (IXM), which is the nearest at 10.2245 km, with a quick taxi ride taking about 20 minutes. For travelers considering other regions, Tiruchirappalli International Airport (TRZ) sits 113.8961 km away, with train journeys to the city lasting approximately 2 hours 10 minutes. Those flying into Tuticorin Airport (TCR) will find themselves 133.7248 km from their destination, typically reachable by train in 2 hours 35 minutes. Further north, Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) is located 170.4859 km from the city, requiring a train transit of roughly 4 hours 31 minutes. Lastly, Cochin International Airport (COK) is the most distant option at 190.7261 km, with travel times often exceeding 9 hours 35 minutes depending on the connection. Search for flights to Madurai and book hotels in Madurai, or scroll down for more details.
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Airports near Madurai: IXM, TRZ, TCR, CJB and COK.
Airports Near Madurai: Key Information
Number of airports in Madurai
1
Closest airport to the city center
Madurai Airport (IXM)
Distance
10.2 km
Fastest arrival time
20 minutes - 35 minutes
Airport with the cheapest transport
Madurai Airport (IXM)
Compare domestic and international airports near Madurai.
Madurai Airport
Distance: 10.2 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
TNSTC City Bus
Cheapest
30 minutes - 40 minutes
INR 30-80
Budget
Prepaid Airport Taxi
Fastest
20 minutes - 35 minutes
INR 350-600
Balanced
Ola/Uber
20 minutes - 35 minutes
INR 300-540
Comfort
Tiruchirappalli International Airport
Distance: 113.9 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Indian Railways
Fastest
2 hours 10 minutes - 2 hours 30 minutes
INR 160-1300
Speed
Private/State Bus
Cheapest
2 hours 25 minutes - 3 hours
INR 270-1200
Budget
Intercity Cab
2 hours 30 minutes - 3 hours
INR 2500-3500
Comfort
Tuticorin Airport
Distance: 133.7 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Indian Railways
Fastest
2 hours 35 minutes - 2 hours 55 minutes
INR 160-1300
Speed
SETC Bus
Cheapest
3 hours - 3 hours 30 minutes
INR 120-700
Budget
Private Taxi
2 hours 17 minutes - 2 hours 40 minutes
INR 2350-4000
Comfort
Coimbatore International Airport
Distance: 170.5 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Indian Railways
Fastest
4 hours 30 minutes - 6 hours 30 minutes
INR 200-2000
Speed
Public/Private Bus
6 hours
INR 129-600
Balanced
Intercity Taxi
4 hours - 5 hours
INR 3000-5500
Comfort
Cochin International Airport
Distance: 190.7 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Indian Railways
Fastest
9 hours 35 minutes - 10 hours
INR 500-3700
Speed
KSRTC Bus
Cheapest
10 hours - 11 hours 40 minutes
INR 360-650
Budget
Private Car Transfer
4 hours 4 minutes - 6 hours 30 minutes
INR 5255-6000
Comfort
Compare 5 airports near Madurai
Airport Guide
Compare 5 airports near Madurai
For the majority of travelers, Madurai Airport (IXM) is the only choice located within the city itself, offering seamless access to the cultural heart of Madurai. All other airports serve neighboring cities and are significant distances away. Tiruchirappalli International Airport (TRZ) is located in the nearby city of Tiruchirappalli and is often used as a secondary hub for regional connections; the most practical transfer is by train. Tuticorin Airport (TCR) serves the city of Tuticorin and provides a reasonable alternative if flight availability matches your schedule, with trains or taxis being the preferred modes for the onward journey. Coimbatore International Airport (CJB), situated in the large industrial city of Coimbatore, requires a significant travel time of several hours, making it less ideal unless necessary for specific flight routes. Finally, Cochin International Airport (COK), located in Kochi, is the furthest and generally recommended only for those already in Kerala. When choosing between these hubs, prioritize Madurai Airport (IXM) to avoid lengthy intercity transit, and always confirm ground transport arrangements well in advance, especially for outstation cabs.
Flights to Madurai
Chennai to Madurai Airport
Chennai to Tiruchirappalli International Airport
Chennai to Tuticorin Airport
Chennai to Coimbatore International Airport
Chennai to Cochin International Airport
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Hotels near Madurai airport
Breakfast
Great78 Reviews
Madurai|3.79km from city center
Overnight stay only when visiting temple.
Very nice room with everything we needed. Good room service and brilliant staff.
Wish we could have stayed longer and would certainly stay again if in the area.FromUS$62
Great67 Reviews
Madurai|1.94km from city center
Nice hotel i like, staffs are really nice , especially Varsha and Ramachandran , they were helpful and lively .
Great experience in madurai.FromUS$44
Great68 Reviews
Madurai|4.8km from city center
The hotel environment is very good, there are peacocks to see. It's just that there is a problem with management. After I swiped my credit card, it was stolen.Great51 Reviews
Madurai|5.48km from city center
Room is spacious, great Bar and food. Staff were very friendly and helpful.FromUS$64
Amazing66 Reviews
Madurai|2.52km from city center
It was a great and comfortable stay. The staff was really hospitable and helpful. As far as food is concerned they have good spread of tasty south indian and north indian food. The hotel is well located on the main road and is reasonably close to meekashiamman temple.FromUS$48
Family friendly
Great75 Reviews
Madurai|5.42km from city center
This is our 2nd time at this hotel. Its well maintained. Only things is, its not in the city. It is closer to the airport. Need to depend on hotel food only.FromUS$65
Great57 Reviews
Madurai|0.98km from city center
Belongs to a good hotel in the local area. The service staff is friendly and flexible, and early check-in is also allowed to check in. Originally, one of the more expensive ones in the local area was booked, waiting in the lobby for two hours, and rooms are not allowed to check in before 12:00. Cancel directly to this one. The location is very good, walking distance to the largest temple, there is a state-owned craft shop 300 meters near the hotel, the goods are rich and the price is conscience. Throughout South India, Madurai's temple is almost the best and most exquisite in South India. The local little palace is also worth a visit.
FromUS$57
Good44 Reviews
Madurai|2.79km from city center
I have been staying with this hotel since 2014. Nice spacious room but washroom and towel, linen quality needs to be improved. It's not dirty but neither fresh also. Not sure if the rooms allocated makemytrip customer are not upto the markFromUS$56
0 Reviews
Madurai|1.76km from city center
The Goroomgo Jaya Residency Madurai provides a great place for travelers to relax after a busy day. The Goroomgo Jaya Residency Madurai offers a pleasant stay in Madurai for those traveling for business or leisure. The hotel is conveniently located just 4km from Madurai Junction and 13km from Madurai Airport. This hotel is located near many of Madurai's attractions including Ponnampala Ayyappan Temple, Railway Colony Vinayagar Temple and Madurai Kudai Veedu. When guests have some time on their hands they can make use of the onsite facilities. This Madurai hotel provides parking on site. 5 Reviews
Madurai|1.06km from city center
Location, cleanliness, very satisfied. I want to come again!FromUS$21
5 star
Very Good51 Reviews
Madurai|3.41km from city center
Good property. Excellent breakfast spread and customer service. Special mention to Somenath who ensured our stay is comfortable. Room bed sheets could have been ether - it looked greyish and were not in line with the property standard.FromUS$53
Very Good46 Reviews
Madurai|6.87km from city center
The ***ager of the restaurant was kind, but I ordered a local beer, but they brought an imported beer without explanation and drank it as if it were local.
Of course, the fees are outrageous. -I hope the staff's order service will be as communicated with the customer.
The overall service was good.
I had an oil massage at the spa, but the masseuse's skills were too weak.
I applied for a taxi at the information desk- I confirmed the fare to the temple and boarded it, but the taxi driver's toll fee from the price suggested by the hotel [This must be pre-set in the taxi fee]- The next day, another car went to a place without toll fees [Parking lot entrance fee and parking fee - this is You must inform the customer in advance and tell the taxi fare/ A special agreement with the taxi company associated with the hotel is required/
FromUS$53
Outstanding0 Reviews
Madurai|2.49km from city center
With a stay at Eden Garden By Jolly Homes, you'll be centrally located in Madurai, within a 5-minute drive of Meenakshi Amman Temple and South Veli Street. This hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from St. Mary's Cathedral Church and 1 mi (1.6 km) from Thirumalai Nayak Palace.Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance.Grab a bite from the grocery/convenience store serving guests of Eden Garden By Jolly Homes.Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby and luggage storage.Make yourself at home in one of the 60 guestrooms, featuring kitchens with ovens and stovetops. Your memory foam bed comes with premium bedding. 52-inch LED televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided on request.FromUS$76
83 Reviews
Madurai|3.19km from city center
It was good and quite average experience to stay at cr grandee madurai, the hotel was average and rooms are not well maintained but yes those rooms were clean and comfortable and food was fine. Staff was cooperative. Thanks for your services. I don’t have pics to shareFromUS$24
102 Reviews
Madurai|0.22km from city center
Rooms were not cleaned on daily basis. Water bottles were given only on first day and for the rest of the days they charged. When reported they said they will give the free water bottles when we are vacating and they refused to cut down the charges made on water bottles.FromUS$28
FAQs
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Which airport is the closest to Madurai?
The nearest airport to Madurai is Madurai Airport (IXM), about 10.2 km away.Tiruchirappalli International Airport (TRZ) (113.9 km), Tuticorin Airport (TCR) (133.7 km), Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) (170.5 km) and Cochin International Airport (COK) (190.7 km).
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How long does it take to get from Madurai to the airport?
Getting from Madurai to Madurai Airport (IXM) takes about 20 minutes - 35 minutes.
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How do I get to Madurai?
We recommend flying into Madurai Airport (IXM), which is approximately 10.2 km away. The fastest mode of transportation is Prepaid Airport Taxi, reaching downtown in about 20 minutes - 35 minutes.
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How many airports does Madurai have?
Madurai has 5 airports: Madurai Airport (IXM), Tiruchirappalli International Airport (TRZ), Tuticorin Airport (TCR), Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) and Cochin International Airport (COK).