Flying from Madurai Airport (IXM) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH): what you need to know
Riyadh is two hours 30 minutes behind Madurai and observes the UTC+3 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your IXM to RUH flight.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Madurai Airport to King Khaled International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between IXM and RUH:
Dubai Airport
Bandaranaike International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madurai Airport (IXM) to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Madurai Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight is P8,565. A round-trip plane ticket right now is P20,989. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from IXM to RUH, book early. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Madurai Airport to King Khaled International Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Madurai Airport to King Khaled International Airport.
Handy information about Madurai Airport (IXM)
Of the departures from Madurai Airport, 71.91% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Madurai Airport from central Madurai, it takes about 30 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking an early flight from Madurai Airport to King Khaled International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels close to IXM:
Arriving at King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Madurai Airport to King Khaled International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near RUH instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a King Khaled International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Sixt, Alamo or Final Rentals and explore beyond Riyadh's main sights.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from King Khaled International Airport around four weeks in advance.
Getting from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to central Riyadh
King Khaled International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Riyadh. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to King Khaled International Airport (RUH)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Madurai Airport to King Khaled International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Riyadh. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Riyadh is July, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Lock in your flights from Madurai Airport to King Khaled International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IXM to RUH in January. Temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Dammam is just one of the many cities in Saudi Arabia waiting to be explored after you've experienced Riyadh. Around 386 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include King Fahd Park, Dammam Corniche and Marjan Island.
Al Kharj is another great place to check out during your travels in Saudi Arabia. Head to this destination, which is around 137 kilometres south-east of Riyadh, to see highlights like Prince Abdulrahman bin Nasser Park.
