Direct (nonstop) flights from Chennai to Madurai

2 airlines fly nonstop from Chennai International (MAA) to Madurai (IXM). It's 257 miles (414 km), about 1h 25m in the air. Operated by IndiGo, Air India.

MAA
Chennai International
🇮🇳 Chennai, India
IXM
Madurai
🇮🇳 Madurai, India
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
257 mi
414 km
CO₂/pax
48 kg
−92 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
IndiGo +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by IndiGo IndiGo Air India Air India

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

IndiGo 6E IndiGo
Route
MAA → IXM
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
257 mi
Air India AI Air India
Route
MAA → IXM
Flight Time
1h 25m
Distance
257 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Chennai to Madurai with one stop · direct emits 48 kg CO₂ per passenger

MAA CMB (Colombo) IXM
Leg 1: 1h 25m (400 mi) Leg 2: 1h (220 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 140 kg CO₂ (+192% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAA → CMB
1h 25m · 400 mi
View MAA to CMB flights →
Leg 2
CMB → IXM
1h · 220 mi
View CMB to IXM flights →
MAA BLR (Bengaluru) IXM
Leg 1: 1h 5m (166 mi) Leg 2: 1h 28m (232 mi) Total: ~2h 33m 🍃 99 kg CO₂ (+106% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAA → BLR
1h 5m · 166 mi
View MAA to BLR flights →
Leg 2
BLR → IXM
1h 28m · 232 mi
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MAA HYD (Hyderabad) IXM
Leg 1: 1h 15m (314 mi) Leg 2: 1h 38m (509 mi) Total: ~2h 53m 🍃 177 kg CO₂ (+269% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAA → HYD
1h 15m · 314 mi
View MAA to HYD flights →
Leg 2
HYD → IXM
1h 38m · 509 mi
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MAA BOM (Mumbai) IXM
Leg 1: 2h 5m (641 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (725 mi) Total: ~4h 10m 🍃 278 kg CO₂ (+479% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAA → BOM
2h 5m · 641 mi
View MAA to BOM flights →
Leg 2
BOM → IXM
2h 5m · 725 mi
View BOM to IXM flights →
MAA DEL (Delhi) IXM
Leg 1: 2h 55m (1,089 mi) Leg 2: 3h 10m (1,289 mi) Total: ~6h 5m 🍃 427 kg CO₂ (+790% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MAA → DEL
2h 55m · 1,089 mi
View MAA to DEL flights →
Leg 2
DEL → IXM
3h 10m · 1,289 mi
View DEL to IXM flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Chennai to Madurai?

A nonstop flight from Chennai (MAA) to Madurai (IXM) takes approximately 1 hours and 25 minutes. The distance is 257 miles (414 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Chennai to Madurai?

2 airlines: IndiGo, Air India.

Is there a nonstop flight from Chennai to Madurai?

Yes. 2 airlines: IndiGo, Air India.

How far is Chennai from Madurai?

The flight distance from Chennai to Madurai is 257 miles (414 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Chennai to Madurai?

At 1h 25m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Chennai to Madurai?

Roughly 48 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 240 km.

Is the return flight from Madurai to Chennai also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chennai to Madurai?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Chennai International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.