Flying from Jaipur Airport (JAI) to Bagdogra Airport (IXB): what you need to know
Jaipur and Bagdogra are both in the UTC+5:30 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
To ensure you catch your JAI to IXB flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Jaipur Airport to Bagdogra Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between JAI and IXB include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Ahmedabad Airport
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Jaipur Airport (JAI) to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Jaipur Airport to Bagdogra Airport flight is R 1,364. A return fare is currently R 2,601. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to get cheap tickets from JAI to IXB. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Jaipur Airport to Bagdogra Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from JAI to IXB by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Jaipur Airport to Bagdogra Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Jaipur Airport (JAI)
When it comes to Jaipur Airport's on-time performance, 70.28% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Jaipur to Jaipur Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 2 hours 5 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to JAI? If you're boarding an early flight from Jaipur Airport to Bagdogra Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Jaipur Airport to Bagdogra Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IXB instead:
Getting from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to central Bagdogra
From Bagdogra Airport, Bagdogra is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
When to fly to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Jaipur Airport to Bagdogra Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Bagdogra. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Bagdogra is April, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Book your flights from Jaipur Airport to Bagdogra Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from JAI to IXB sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Bagdogra has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of India waiting to be discovered. About 467 kilometres south of Bagdogra, a visit to Kolkata will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge and Indian Museum.
Patna is another well-known destination in India and is around 338 kilometres west of Bagdogra. No journey is complete without a visit to Mahatma Gandhi Setu, Bihar Museum and Golghar.