Madurai International Airport, International airport in Madurai, India
The airport building houses check-in halls, immigration facilities, and customs areas on a wide site south of the city. The complex includes waiting areas for passengers and a separate cargo terminal for domestic and international shipments.
The British Royal Air Force built the facility during the Second World War as a military base. Civilian flights started in the mid-1950s with a service along the east coast.
The facility carries the city's ancient name and links rural southern Tamil Nadu to the wider world, with many passengers arriving to visit the region's famous temples. The arrival hall often fills with families greeting travelers with flower garlands and traditional welcomes.
The airport sits about 12 kilometers south of the city center and can be reached via State Highway 37 with taxis and buses available. The facility operates around the clock, and travelers should allow time for security procedures.
The first international cargo flight carried only flowers abroad. This service underlines the region's role as a production center for fresh cut blooms.
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