Flying from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to Shillong Airport (SHL): what you need to know
To ensure you catch your IXB to SHL flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Bagdogra Airport to Shillong Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between IXB and SHL include:
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport
Dibrugarh Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to Shillong Airport (SHL)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bagdogra Airport to Shillong Airport flight is R 1,230. A return fare is currently R 4,277. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from IXB to SHL if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from Bagdogra Airport to Shillong Airport.
Finding cheap flights from IXB to SHL couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Bagdogra Airport to Shillong Airport.
Handy information about Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Bagdogra Airport, 73.66% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Bagdogra to Bagdogra Airport is approximately 5 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey on public transport usually takes 40 minutes.
Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near IXB. Whether you've booked an early flight from Bagdogra Airport to Shillong Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Shillong Airport (SHL)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Bagdogra Airport to Shillong Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SHL instead:
Getting from Shillong Airport (SHL) to central Shillong
Shillong Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Shillong. The drive time takes about 1 hour.
When to fly to Shillong Airport (SHL)
August is the most popular month for flights from Bagdogra Airport to Shillong Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Shillong in February.
Lock in your flight from Bagdogra Airport to Shillong Airport for June if you want to visit Shillong during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC (63ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from IXB to SHL in January. Temperatures average between 5ºC (41ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Kolkata is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Shillong. Around 483 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge and Indian Museum.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in India, consider Guwahati, roughly 64 kilometres north of Shillong. Kamakhya Temple, Purva Tirupati Shri Balaji temple and Rest Camp Navagraha Temple are key highlights.
