Travelling from Srinagar Airport (SXR) to Jammu Airport (IXJ): what you need to know
Around 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Srinagar Airport to Jammu Airport.
Every week, there are 31 Srinagar Airport to Jammu Airport flights.
Your SXR to IXJ flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
You can travel nonstop to Jammu, India. Prepare for takeoff with one of these airlines offering direct flights from Srinagar Airport to Jammu Airport:
IndiGo is the top choice for travellers on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers SXR to IXJ flights is Air India Express. Its services arrive as scheduled 77.42% of the time.
Pick a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Srinagar Airport to Jammu Airport. Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport is a popular stopover on the SXR to IXJ route.
Handy information about Srinagar Airport (SXR)
64% of flights that depart Srinagar Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Srinagar Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Srinagar. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Srinagar Airport to Jammu Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near SXR:
Arriving at Jammu Airport (IXJ)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Srinagar Airport to Jammu Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IXJ instead:
Getting from Jammu Airport (IXJ) to central Jammu
Jammu Airport to the centre of Jammu has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 40 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Jammu Airport (IXJ)
The quietest month for a flight from Srinagar Airport to Jammu Airport is March, while May is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Jammu based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Jammu is June, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 44ºC. Lock in your flights from Srinagar Airport to Jammu Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap tickets from SXR to IXJ in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 5ºC and 22ºC on average.
Explore more of India
Ludhiana is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Jammu. Around 225 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Iskcon Ludhiana, Gurdwara Dukh Niwaran Sahib Ludhiana and ISKCON, Sri Sri Radha Gopinath Temple.
Around 499 kilometres south-east of Jammu, Meerut is another essential stop in India. No visit is complete without checking out Krishna World Park, Augharnath Mandir and Sankat Mochan Hanuman Mandir.
