Flying from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Bagdogra Airport (IXB): what you need to know
Ranchi and Bagdogra are in the UTC+5:30 timezone. That means you won't have to adjust your watch after you land.
Your IXR to IXB flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Birsa Munda Airport to Bagdogra Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between IXR and IXB:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
£33 is currently the best price for a one-way Birsa Munda Airport to Bagdogra Airport flight. Return flights start at £71. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from IXR to IXB, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from Birsa Munda Airport to Bagdogra Airport.
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Handy information about Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)
Of the flights that depart from Birsa Munda Airport, 63.79% land on time at their destination.
To reach Birsa Munda Airport from central Ranchi, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 3 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Have an early flight from Birsa Munda Airport to Bagdogra Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near IXR:
Arriving at Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Birsa Munda Airport to Bagdogra Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IXB instead:
Getting from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to central Bagdogra
From Bagdogra Airport, Bagdogra is approximately 3 miles away. It takes around 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
July is the most popular month for flights from Birsa Munda Airport to Bagdogra Airport. To avoid the crowds, head to Bagdogra in April.
Before locking in your flight from Birsa Munda Airport to Bagdogra Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Bagdogra, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IXR to IXB in January. Average temperatures are between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Kolkata is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Bagdogra. Around 290 miles away to the south, check out popular attractions including Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge and Indian Museum.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in India, head for Patna, about 210 miles west of Bagdogra. Mahatma Gandhi Setu, Bihar Museum and Golghar are among its highlights.
