Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Bagdogra Airport (IXB): what you need to know
Bagdogra is five hours 30 minutes behind Sydney and follows the UTC+5:30 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your SYD to IXB flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like April? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Choose a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Bagdogra Airport. Kempegowda International Airport is a top stopover on the SYD to IXB route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
Currently, 711 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Bagdogra Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 813 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SYD to IXB, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Bagdogra Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from SYD to IXB.
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Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Of all flights departing from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, 69.62% land on time at their destination.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Bagdogra Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near SYD:
Arriving at Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
If you're landing on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Bagdogra Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing shortly after at one of these options near IXB:
Getting from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to central Bagdogra
Bagdogra Airport is roughly 5 kilometres from the centre of Bagdogra. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes around 40 minutes.
When to fly to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Bagdogra Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Bagdogra based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Bagdogra is April, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Book your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Bagdogra Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SYD to IXB in January. Temperatures average between 10ºC (50ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of India
Bagdogra has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of India just waiting to be explored. Around 467 kilometres south of Bagdogra, a trip to Kolkata will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Victoria Memorial, Howrah Bridge and Indian Museum.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in India, consider Patna, roughly 338 kilometres west of Bagdogra. Mahatma Gandhi Setu, Bihar Museum and Golghar are key reasons to visit.
