Flying from Kolkata Airport (CCU) to Bagdogra Airport (IXB): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Kolkata Airport to Bagdogra Airport is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Kolkata and Bagdogra share the UTC+5:30 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
There are 37 Kolkata Airport to Bagdogra Airport flights every week to choose from.
Your CCU to IXB flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak month like January? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Kolkata Airport to Bagdogra Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Bagdogra vacation, let one of these carriers take you to this popular corner of India:
IndiGo is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
With a dependable 85.53% of services arriving on schedule, Air India Express is the most punctual carrier operating CCU to IXB flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kolkata Airport to Bagdogra Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Check out these options between CCU and IXB:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
Guwahati Airport
Dibrugarh Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kolkata Airport (CCU) to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
Right now, $32 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Kolkata Airport to Bagdogra Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $63. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from CCU to IXB.
The cheapest month for flights from Kolkata Airport to Bagdogra Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Kolkata Airport (CCU)
72% of flights that leave from Kolkata Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Kolkata Airport is about 18 kilometers from central Kolkata. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Kolkata Airport to Bagdogra Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near CCU:
Arriving at Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
Book a hotel close to IXB if you're catching a late Kolkata Airport to Bagdogra Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
When to fly to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
December is the most popular month for flights from Kolkata Airport to Bagdogra Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Bagdogra in March.
Lock in your flight from Kolkata Airport to Bagdogra Airport for April if you'd like to go to Bagdogra during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CCU to IXB around that time if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Kolkata is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Bagdogra. Around 467 kilometers away to the south, popular attractions include Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge and Trip to Sundarbans.
Around 338 kilometers west of Bagdogra, Patna is another essential stop in India. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Gurudwara, Buddha Smriti Park and Buddha Statue.