Madurai Airport (IXM) — Live Departures Today
Madurai Airport — IXM is the 3rd busiest airport in Tamil Nadu. Predominantly VFR traffic from the Tamil diaspora in the Gulf. Heavy religious tourism traffic (Meenakshi Temple + Rameshwaram pilgrimage circuits).
Enter the flight number (e.g. 6E2341, AI803, SG142) on our flight-status search:
Search Flight Status →Airlines departing from Madurai Airport
| Airline | Terminal (departure) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 6E | Terminal 1 | IndiGo operates from IXM to Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Chennai, Kolkata, plus Dubai and Sharjah. |
| SG | Terminal 1 | SpiceJet domestic flights from Madurai. |
| AI | Terminal 1 | Air India domestic routes from IXM. |
| IX | Terminal 1 | Air India Express is the largest international carrier from IXM — Sharjah, Dubai, Muscat, Abu Dhabi. |
| G9 | Terminal 1 | Air Arabia operates Sharjah (SHJ) from Madurai. |
Tracking Madurai airport departures
For real-time Madurai airport departure status, the most accurate source is the official airport's display or your operating airline's website/app. Live departures data on this page refreshes every 60–90 seconds from ATC + airline systems.
Recommended airport-arrival lead times for Madurai: 2 hours before for domestic flights, 3 hours before for international. Web check-in opens 48 hours before departure on most Indian carriers and closes 1–2 hours before. Skip airport check-in queues by doing web check-in OR adding HappyFares Web Check-In Assist (₹349/passenger) — we handle it for you and send the boarding pass via WhatsApp.
Madurai airport note: IXM is the 3rd busiest airport in Tamil Nadu. Predominantly VFR traffic from the Tamil diaspora in the Gulf. Heavy religious tourism traffic (Meenakshi Temple + Rameshwaram pilgrimage circuits).
Getting to Madurai airport: No metro. IXM is 12 km from Madurai Meenakshi Temple — 20–30 min by taxi (₹200–₹300).
Frequently asked questions
How do I check live departure status at Madurai airport?
Enter your flight number (e.g. 6E2341, AI803, SG142) in the flight-status search on this page. Live data updates every 60–90 seconds from ATC and airline operations systems. Alternatively, the operating airline's app or website typically has the most accurate real-time information. For IXM-specific live screens, visit the airport's official website or use the airport-information displays in the terminal.
How many airlines operate from Madurai airport?
Approximately 5+ airlines operate scheduled flights from Madurai airport (IXM), including major Indian carriers like IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet, Akasa Air, and Air India Express, plus international airlines on Gulf, Southeast Asia, and Europe/North America routes where applicable.
Does Madurai airport have multiple terminals?
Madurai airport (IXM) operates a single integrated terminal handling both domestic and international flights. No risk of terminal confusion.
How early should I arrive at Madurai airport before a flight?
Recommended airport-arrival lead times for Madurai (IXM): 2 hours before for domestic flights and 3 hours before for international flights. During festive peaks (Diwali, Christmas-New Year) and Friday/Sunday evenings, add another 30 minutes. Web check-in (opens 48 hours before, closes 1-2 hours before) lets you skip check-in queues at the airport.
What is the IATA code for Madurai airport?
Madurai airport's IATA code is IXM. The full official airport name is Madurai Airport. Use this code when booking, tracking, or referring to the airport in flight schedules and itineraries.
How do I get to Madurai airport from the city?
No metro. IXM is 12 km from Madurai Meenakshi Temple — 20–30 min by taxi (₹200–₹300).
How early does web check-in open at Madurai airport?
Web check-in on most Indian airlines opens 48 hours before departure and closes 60-90 minutes before for domestic flights, 60-120 minutes before for international flights. IndiGo web check-in opens at 48h. Air India: 48h web check-in window. SpiceJet: 48h. Always confirm specific airline cut-offs by clicking the airline name above.
Last updated: 27 May 2026. Live status data refreshes every 60–90 seconds.