Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Bagdogra Airport (IXB): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Chennai Airport to Bagdogra Airport.
Bagdogra's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Chennai.
Each week, there are 39 Chennai Airport to Bagdogra Airport flights. If you'd like to take off early, go for the 10:00 IndiGo flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 12:05 with IndiGo.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your MAA to IXB flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
IndiGo has direct flights from Chennai Airport to Bagdogra Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Bagdogra — and maybe even more of India if your schedule allows.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is IndiGo.
IndiGo is the most punctual carrier operating MAA to IXB flights. A dependable 98.33% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Bagdogra Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between MAA and IXB include:
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
Currently, 64 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chennai Airport to Bagdogra Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 130 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Score cheap tickets from MAA to IXB by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Bagdogra Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from MAA to IXB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Pick 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 Chennai Airport to Bagdogra Airport.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
76.04% of flights departing from Chennai Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Chennai Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chennai Airport to Bagdogra Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near MAA:
Arriving at Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Chennai Airport to Bagdogra Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near IXB instead:
Getting from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to central Bagdogra
Bagdogra Airport is approximately 5 kilometres from the centre of Bagdogra. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
The quietest month for a flight from Chennai 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.
Lock in your flight from Chennai Airport to Bagdogra Airport for April if you'd like to visit Bagdogra during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 18ºC (64ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MAA to IXB sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of India
Kolkata is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be explored after you've seen Bagdogra. Around 467 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge and Indian Museum.
If you're looking to explore another corner of India, consider Patna, roughly 338 kilometres west of Bagdogra. Mahatma Gandhi Setu, Bihar Museum and Golghar are key reasons to visit.