Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Bagdogra Airport (IXB): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Chennai Airport to Bagdogra Airport is 2 hours 50 minutes.
Bagdogra's timezone is UTC+5:30, which is the same as Chennai.
You can choose from 12 weekly Chennai Airport to Bagdogra Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your MAA to IXB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as January, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
IndiGo has direct flights from Chennai Airport to Bagdogra Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Bagdogra — and maybe even more of India if you have time.
The airline with the highest passenger demand on this route is IndiGo.
IndiGo is a leader in on-time performance for MAA to IXB flights, with 88.14% of its services landing as scheduled.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chennai Airport to Bagdogra Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MAA and IXB:
Bengaluru Airport
Hyderabad Airport
Kolkata Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Chennai Airport to Bagdogra Airport flight is P4,156. A round-trip ticket is currently P8,401. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from MAA to IXB, book in advance. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first released.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Chennai Airport to Bagdogra Airport. If you'd like to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chennai Airport, data shows 76% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Chennai to Chennai Airport is approximately 21 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of about 1 hour on public transport.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to MAA? If you've booked an early flight from Chennai Airport to Bagdogra Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
If you're arriving on a late Chennai Airport to Bagdogra Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near IXB:
When to fly to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
December is the most popular month for flights from Chennai Airport to Bagdogra Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Bagdogra in March.
The warmest month in Bagdogra is April, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 38ºC (100ºF). Book your flights from Chennai Airport to Bagdogra Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAA to IXB in January. Temperatures average between 10ºC (50ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.
Explore more of India
You've visited Bagdogra, now it's time to discover other parts of India. Travel about 467 kilometers south to Kolkata to check off its popular sights. From Victoria Memorial to Howrah Bridge and Trip to Sundarbans, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in India, head for Patna, roughly 338 kilometers west of Bagdogra. Gurudwara, Buddha Smriti Park and Buddha Statue are key reasons to visit.