Flying from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO) to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR): what you need to know
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LKO to IXR 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.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to Birsa Munda Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between LKO and IXR:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport
Kempegowda International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO) to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)
Rs14,575 is the best price for a one-way Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to Birsa Munda Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs28,694. These prices may change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LKO to IXR if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when looking for your flight from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to Birsa Munda Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from LKO to IXR by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to Birsa Munda Airport.
Handy information about Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport (LKO)
Of all flights leaving Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, 69.64% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Lucknow to Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel near LKO? If you're catching an early flight from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to Birsa Munda Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)
Reserve a hotel close to IXR if you're on a late Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to Birsa Munda Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
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)
April is the busiest month for flights from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to Birsa Munda Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Ranchi in April.
Lock in your flight from Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport to Birsa Munda Airport for May if you want to go to Ranchi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 39ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LKO to IXR in January. Temperatures average between 11ºC and 26ºC then.
Explore more of India
You've done Ranchi, now it's time to explore more of India. Travel around 322 kilometres east to Kolkata to tick off its popular sights. From Victoria Memorial to Howrah Bridge and Indian Museum, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 257 kilometres north of Ranchi, Patna is another essential stop in India. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Mahatma Gandhi Setu, Bihar Museum and Golghar.