Travelling from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Bagdogra Airport (IXB): what you need to know
Bagdogra's timezone is UTC+5:30, making Bagdogra five hours 30 minutes behind Melbourne.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your MEL to IXB flight.
During popular months like January, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Bagdogra Airport. Many passengers pass through Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
Currently, R 6,079 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Bagdogra Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 11,566. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from MEL to IXB. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Bagdogra Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices across the month and bag a great deal.
Picking up cheap flights from MEL to IXB is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Bagdogra Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.71% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Melbourne to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport is approximately 24 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near MEL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Bagdogra Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Bagdogra Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IXB instead:
Getting from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to central Bagdogra
Bagdogra Airport to central Bagdogra has a drive time of about 10 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 40 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
The quietest month for a flight from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Bagdogra Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Bagdogra based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Bagdogra is April, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Lock in your flights from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport to Bagdogra Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from MEL to IXB in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
Explore more of India
You've visited Bagdogra, now it's time to explore more of India. Travel about 467 kilometres south to Kolkata to tick off its top sights. From Victoria Memorial to Howrah Bridge and Indian Museum, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another well-known destination in India, head for Patna, about 338 kilometres west of Bagdogra. Mahatma Gandhi Setu, Bihar Museum and Golghar are highlights.
