Travelling from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR): what you need to know
A direct flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Birsa Munda Airport takes 1 hour 9 minutes (on average). Ranchi's timezone is UTC+5:30 — the same as Kolkata.
Take your pick of 77 weekly flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Birsa Munda Airport. The 06:15 departure with IndiGo is the earliest flight out between CCU and IXR. IndiGo operates the last service of the day at 21:15 if early starts aren't your thing.
Travelling during a peak month like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Ranchi (and seeing more of India!) is simple with IndiGo. This popular airline has direct flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Birsa Munda Airport.
If you'd like to break up your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Birsa Munda Airport, consider adding a stopover. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a city that interests you. Popular stopovers on the CCU - IXR route include:
Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport
Biju Patnaik International Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Once you've booked cheap ticket from CCU to IXR, get your travel documents in order. A visa or passport isn't required since you're flying within India. As long as you have another identity document, such as an ID card or driver's license, you're all set.
How to find the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)
35 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Birsa Munda Airport. Return flights start from 71 €. These fares may change depending on availability.
Score cheap tickets from CCU to IXR by booking 8 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Birsa Munda Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Take advantage of filters to find the perfect journey for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Birsa Munda Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
Travelling from central Kolkata to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport takes approximately 57 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or hail a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After an easy start to your holiday? Stay near CCU. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Birsa Munda Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Birsa Munda Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near IXR:
Getting from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to central Ranchi
From Birsa Munda Airport, Ranchi is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 14 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)
The quietest month for a flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Birsa Munda Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Ranchi based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Ranchi is May, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 39ºC. Book your flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Birsa Munda Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CCU to IXR in January. Temperatures average between 11ºC and 26ºC then.
More about Ranchi
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Ranchi right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from CCU to IXR:
Rock Garden and Jagannath Temple are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Ranchi must-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Deer Park.
Complete your Ranchi trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Birsa Munda Airport, explore our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your Ranchi getaway.
