Travelling from Istanbul to Bagdogra Airport (IXB): What you need to know
The timezone in Bagdogra is UTC+5:30, which is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Istanbul. Bagdogra Airport is located in Bagdogra.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Istanbul to IXB. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Whether you're hoping to explore a new place on the way or just have a break, we make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To compare your options leaving from Istanbul Airport (IST), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Istanbul to IXB.
Travelling from central Istanbul to IST takes about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Istanbul Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Istanbul to Bagdogra Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
SAW is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Istanbul to IXB flight, stay in one of these hotels near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77%.
About Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Istanbul to Bagdogra Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near IXB instead:
Getting from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to central Bagdogra
Bagdogra Airport is about 2 kilometres from central Bagdogra. How long it'll take to get there in a car hire or taxi will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
It typically takes 20 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
At the moment, Rs75,977 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Bagdogra Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs166,323. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Istanbul to IXB if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
Cheap Istanbul to Bagdogra Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
Snapping up a cheap plane ticket from Istanbul to IXB couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a better deal is available.
Find an affordable flight from Istanbul to Bagdogra Airport by using the search filters. Choose your preferred times, airlines and number of stops, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when planning the timing of your trip. September is the quietest month to visit Bagdogra. August is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Bagdogra Airport (IXB), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
Before locking in your Istanbul to IXB plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. April is the warmest month in Bagdogra, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC to 38ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 10ºC and 25ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Bagdogra Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Bagdogra
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Bagdogra right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Istanbul to Bagdogra Airport:
Shree Shree Tarai Iswar Shiv Mandir. And Good Shepherd Cathedral Church are just two of the major attractions to add to your Bagdogra itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at new gossainpur kali mandir.
Explore more of India
Bhagalpur is just one of the many places in India waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Bagdogra. Around 209 kilometres away to the southwest, well-known attractions include Das Driftwood Museum & Park, Bhagwaan Vasupujya Jain Shwetambar Glass Temple and Sri Hanuman Ji Mandir.
Muzaffarpur is another must-experience destination in India and is around 306 kilometres west of Bagdogra. No journey is complete without experiencing Maa Durga Temple Mai Asthana, Maa Vaishno Devi Mandir Muzaffarpur and Vaishno Devi Mandir, Gannipur.
