Traveling from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Bagdogra Airport (IXB): what you need to know
Bagdogra is 17 minutes behind Kathmandu and observes the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your KTM to IXB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Traveling during a peak month like September? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Tribhuvan International Airport to Bagdogra Airport. Many passengers pass through Indira Gandhi International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
$207 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Tribhuvan International Airport to Bagdogra Airport flight. A return flight starts from $476. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from KTM to IXB if you book ahead. Airlines often have some great early bird discounts.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Bagdogra Airport.
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Handy information about Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
To reach Tribhuvan International Airport from central Kathmandu, it takes around 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 5 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Catching an early flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Bagdogra Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to KTM:
Arriving at Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
If you're arriving on a late Tribhuvan International Airport to Bagdogra Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near IXB:
Getting from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to central Bagdogra
Bagdogra Airport to the center of Bagdogra has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometers away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
July is the most popular month for flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Bagdogra Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Bagdogra in April.
When booking your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Bagdogra Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Bagdogra, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 38ºC (100ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KTM to IXB in January. Average temperatures are between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Bagdogra is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of India just waiting to be explored. Around 467 kilometers south of Bagdogra, a visit to Kolkata will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge and Indian Museum.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in India, head for Patna, about 338 kilometers west of Bagdogra. Mahatma Gandhi Setu, Bihar Museum and Golghar are key highlights.
