Travelling from Ranchi Airport (IXR) to Kolkata Airport (CCU): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Ranchi Airport to Kolkata Airport is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Ranchi and Kolkata share the same timezone, UTC+5:30.
There are 28 Ranchi Airport to Kolkata Airport flights each week.
Give yourself enough time to catch your IXR to CCU flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like January? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into Kolkata (and then seeing more of India!) is a snap with IndiGo. This popular airline offers direct flights from Ranchi Airport to Kolkata Airport.
Most travellers choose to fly with IndiGo on this route.
With 73.24% of its services landing as planned, IndiGo is the most punctual carrier offering IXR to CCU flights.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Ranchi Airport to Kolkata Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between IXR and CCU:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
Bengaluru Airport
Patna Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ranchi Airport (IXR) to Kolkata Airport (CCU)
Right now, $47 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Ranchi Airport to Kolkata Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $92. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Book two months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from IXR to CCU.
Schedule your trip for July. That's the cheapest month for flights from Ranchi Airport to Kolkata Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
Finding cheap flights from IXR to CCU is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new discounted fare appears.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Ranchi Airport to Kolkata Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Ranchi Airport (IXR)
Of all flights leaving Ranchi Airport, 53% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Ranchi to Ranchi Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport takes about 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Ranchi Airport to Kolkata Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to IXR:
Arriving at Kolkata Airport (CCU)
Reserve a hotel close to CCU if you're catching a late Ranchi Airport to Kolkata Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab the keys to a Kolkata Airport rental car from leading providers like Europcar or Avis. With your own set of wheels, you can travel beyond Kolkata and explore places that don't always get the spotlight.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Kolkata Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Kolkata Airport (CCU) to central Kolkata
From Kolkata Airport, Kolkata is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Kolkata Airport (CCU)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Ranchi Airport to Kolkata Airport. January is the busiest month to visit Kolkata. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in June.
Before locking in your flight from Ranchi Airport to Kolkata Airport, consider the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Kolkata, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 42ºC (108ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IXR to CCU in January. Average temperatures are between 15ºC (59ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF) then.
Explore more of India
You've visited Kolkata, now it's time to discover more of India. Journey around 467 kilometres north-west to Patna to check off its popular sights. From Gurudwara to Buddha Smriti Park and Buddha Statue, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 322 kilometres west of Kolkata, Ranchi is another essential stop in India. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Jagannath Temple, Panchghagh Falls and Sun Temple.