Travelling from King Fahd International Airport (DMM) to Mangalore Airport (IXE): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from King Fahd International Airport to Mangalore Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 20 minutes.
Mangalore's timezone is UTC+5:30, which makes Mangalore two hours 30 minutes ahead of Dammam.
Flights from DMM to IXE start at 18:10 — the first with Air India Express. The latest departure is at 22:10 with Air India Express. Overall, there are four weekly King Fahd International Airport to Mangalore Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your DMM to IXE flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Travelling to Mangalore (and then seeing more of India!) is a cinch with Air India Express. This popular airline offers direct flights from King Fahd International Airport to Mangalore Airport.
Air India Express tops the list for bookings on this route.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from King Fahd International Airport to Mangalore Airport. These are the top stopovers between DMM and IXE:
Dubai Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Fahd International Airport (DMM) to Mangalore Airport (IXE)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way King Fahd International Airport to Mangalore Airport flight is P7,638. A round-trip fare right now is P16,423. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Get cheap tickets from DMM to IXE by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from King Fahd International Airport to Mangalore Airport. If you prefer to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares across every month.
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Handy information about King Fahd International Airport (DMM)
King Fahd International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 83.88% of flights that depart DMM arrive at their destination on time.
King Fahd International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Dammam. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 50 minutes on public transport.
Arriving at Mangalore Airport (IXE)
Consider staying in a hotel near IXE if you're taking a late King Fahd International Airport to Mangalore Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Mangalore Airport (IXE) to central Mangalore
From Mangalore Airport, Mangalore is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Mangalore Airport (IXE)
The quietest month for a flight from King Fahd International Airport to Mangalore Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Mangalore based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
When booking your flight from King Fahd International Airport to Mangalore Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. April is the warmest month in Mangalore, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 34ºC (93ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from DMM to IXE in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
Bengaluru is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered once you've seen Mangalore. Around 290 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Bangalore Palace, Cubbon Park and ISKCON Temple Bangalore.
Around 306 kilometres south-east of Mangalore, Coimbatore is another essential stop in India. Start your sightseeing at Marudamalai Temple, Perur Pateeswarar Temple and Vellingiri Hill Temple.