Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Chennai Airport to Birsa Munda Airport is 2 hours 10 minutes.
Flights from MAA to IXR start at 16:20 — the earliest with IndiGo. The latest departure is at 16:30 with IndiGo. In total, you can take your pick of 26 weekly Chennai Airport to Birsa Munda Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your MAA to IXR flight, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
IndiGo is your ticket to exploring Ranchi (and maybe even some other exciting corners of India!). Check out the direct flights from Chennai Airport to Birsa Munda Airport offered by this popular carrier.
IndiGo is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
IndiGo is the most punctual carrier that operates MAA to IXR flights.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Birsa Munda Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between MAA and IXR include:
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Pune Airport
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)
Currently, 39 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Chennai Airport to Birsa Munda Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 80 €. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from MAA to IXR, reserve your trip five months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Birsa Munda Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
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Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chennai Airport to Birsa Munda Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
76.04% of flights departing from Chennai Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Chennai Airport is around 19 kilometres from central Chennai. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Searching for a handy hotel near MAA? If you're boarding an early flight from Chennai Airport to Birsa Munda Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Chennai Airport to Birsa Munda Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near IXR instead:
Getting from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to central Ranchi
Birsa Munda Airport to the centre of Ranchi has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 5 kilometres away.
When to fly to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)
The quietest month for a flight from Chennai Airport to Birsa Munda Airport is April, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Ranchi based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Chennai Airport to Birsa Munda Airport, think about the type of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Ranchi, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAA to IXR in January. Temperatures average between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Kolkata is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be explored once you've seen Ranchi. Around 322 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge and Indian Museum.
If you want to check out another side of India, consider Patna, roughly 257 kilometres north of Ranchi. Mahatma Gandhi Setu, Bihar Museum and Golghar are among the biggest draws.