Travelling from Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI) to Bagdogra Airport (IXB): what you need to know
Bagdogra's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Bhubaneswar.
Give yourself enough time to catch your BBI to IXB flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Bagdogra Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between BBI and IXB:
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport
Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport
Chennai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI) to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Biju Patnaik International Airport to Bagdogra Airport flight is $97. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $208. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from BBI to IXB. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Getting cheap flights from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Bagdogra Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Biju Patnaik International Airport (BBI)
Of all flights departing from Biju Patnaik International Airport, 68.08% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Biju Patnaik International Airport from central Bhubaneswar, it takes about 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Bagdogra Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near BBI:
Arriving at Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
If you have a late Biju Patnaik International Airport to Bagdogra Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near IXB:
Getting from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to central Bagdogra
Bagdogra Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from the centre of Bagdogra. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
The quietest month for a flight from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Bagdogra Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Bagdogra based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Bagdogra is April, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Book your flights from Biju Patnaik International Airport to Bagdogra Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BBI to IXB around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of India
You've done Bagdogra, now it's time to explore other corners of India. Journey about 467 kilometres south to Kolkata to tick off its popular sights. From Victoria Memorial to Howrah Bridge and Indian Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 338 kilometres west of Bagdogra, Patna is another favourite stop in India. No visit is complete without checking out Mahatma Gandhi Setu, Bihar Museum and Golghar.