Travelling from Gwalior Airport (GWL) to Bagdogra Airport (IXB): what you need to know
Gwalior and Bagdogra are in the same timezone, UTC+5:30.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your GWL to IXB flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Gwalior Airport to Bagdogra Airport. Many travellers pass through Indira Gandhi International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Gwalior Airport (GWL) to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Gwalior Airport to Bagdogra Airport flight is $209. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $392. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To find cheap tickets from GWL to IXB, book in advance. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from Gwalior Airport to Bagdogra Airport.
Save time looking for cheap flights from GWL to IXB by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Gwalior Airport to Bagdogra Airport.
Handy information about Gwalior Airport (GWL)
Of the flights that depart from Gwalior Airport, 55.37% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Gwalior Airport from central Gwalior, it'll take around 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a convenient hotel near GWL? If you're catching an early flight from Gwalior Airport to Bagdogra Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
If you're arriving on a late Gwalior Airport to Bagdogra Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near IXB:
Getting from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to central Bagdogra
From Bagdogra Airport, Bagdogra is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 10 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.
When to fly to Bagdogra Airport (IXB)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Gwalior Airport to Bagdogra Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Bagdogra. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Before locking in your flight from Gwalior Airport to Bagdogra Airport, think about the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Bagdogra, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC to 38ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from GWL to IXB in January. Temperatures average between 10ºC and 25ºC then.
Explore more of India
You've done Bagdogra, now it's time to discover other parts of India. Journey around 467 kilometres south to Kolkata to tick off its leading attractions. From Victoria Memorial to Howrah Bridge and Indian Museum, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another major destination in India, head for Patna, roughly 338 kilometres west of Bagdogra. Mahatma Gandhi Setu, Bihar Museum and Golghar are the start of reasons to visit.
