Layover in Mangaluru (IXE)
Mangaluru International Airport (IXE). Here's how much of a layover you can really use, and what fits in it.
About Mangaluru
Mangalore, officially Mangaluru, in the coastal Karavali region of Karnataka, is a blend of new and old. With the increasing influx of students from various states of India and different parts of the world, Mangalore has become a "melting pot" of cultures, given the various communities that make up the social framework of Mangalore: the Tuluvas, the Brahmins, the Konkani Catholics, the Bearys, the Devangs and many others. It is the fifth-most populous city in Karnataka with a population of about half a million in 2011.
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How much time can you use?
After getting off the plane, immigration for international arrivals, the trip into town and back, and security.
| Layover | Domestic arrival | International arrival |
|---|---|---|
| 4 hours | About 1h 35m in the city | Head straight to your gate |
| 6 hours | About 3h 35m in the city | About 2h in the city |
| 8 hours | About 5h 35m in the city | About 4h in the city |
| 12 hours | About 9h 35m in the city | About 8h in the city |
Getting into Mangaluru
About 25m each way by train, bus or taxi to the center, roughly 11 km (7 mi). This is an estimate based on distance; the planner checks real transit times for your exact flight.
Questions
Can I leave the airport on a layover in Mangaluru?
On a domestic connection, you need roughly 4 hours or more to get into Mangaluru and back with time to enjoy it. If you're arriving internationally and must clear immigration, plan on about 6 hours or more.
How do I get from IXE to central Mangaluru?
Allow about 25m each way by train, bus or taxi to the center; the center is about 11 km (7 mi) from the airport.
How early should I head back to IXE?
Be back through security about 1h 20m before a domestic departure and 2h 10m before an international one, plus the ride back.
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Guide data from OurAirports, © OpenStreetMap contributors and Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA). Times are estimates for planning; check transit schedules and airline rules before you leave the airport.