Cheap flights from Mangaluru (IXE)

Coastal Karnataka's tabletop airport, Gulf gateway

Mangaluru International Airport sits on a tabletop plateau about 14 km northeast of Mangaluru in coastal Karnataka. IndiGo, Air India Express, and Air India operate strong service to Gulf destinations like Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, and Muscat, alongside domestic links to Bengaluru, Mumbai, and Chennai. The airport is a key labor corridor between Karnataka and the Gulf.

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Airlines flying from Mangaluru (IXE)

Major carriers: IndiGo, Air India Express, Air India. Low-cost carriers: IndiGo, Air India Express.

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly from Mangaluru Airport?
IXE is served by IndiGo, Air India Express, and Air India. The airport has heavy Gulf service to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, and Muscat, plus domestic links across India. Flightmussy compares all carriers in one search.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Mangaluru to Dubai?
Mangaluru-Dubai fares typically soften in May, September, and the early monsoon weeks of June. Prices climb during Eid, Christmas, and summer holidays. Flightmussy's 12-month fare heatmap shows the cheapest week for the IXE-DXB corridor.
How far is Mangaluru Airport from the city center?
Mangaluru International Airport at Bajpe is roughly 14 kilometers northeast of Mangaluru city, a 30 to 45-minute drive on the ghat road. Prepaid taxis, app-based cabs, and KSRTC buses serve the terminal.
Are there direct flights from Mangaluru to the Gulf?
Yes, IXE has multiple daily nonstop services to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Muscat, and Bahrain operated by Air India Express and IndiGo. Flightmussy makes it easy to compare fares across these Gulf hubs without signup.

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