Travelling from Pune Airport (PNQ) to Chikkalthana Airport (IXU): what you need to know
Your PNQ to IXU flight won't wait if you're running 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 in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Pune Airport to Chikkalthana Airport. These are the top stopovers between PNQ and IXU:
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Pune Airport (PNQ) to Chikkalthana Airport (IXU)
Currently, $153 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Pune Airport to Chikkalthana Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $239. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from PNQ to IXU if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Pune Airport to Chikkalthana Airport across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from PNQ to IXU by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Pune Airport to Chikkalthana Airport.
Handy information about Pune Airport (PNQ)
Of all flights leaving Pune Airport, 71.91% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Pune Airport from central Pune, it takes about 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to PNQ? If you're boarding an early flight from Pune Airport to Chikkalthana Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Chikkalthana Airport (IXU)
Consider staying in a hotel close to IXU if you have a late Pune Airport to Chikkalthana Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Getting from Chikkalthana Airport (IXU) to central Aurangabad
From Chikkalthana Airport, Aurangabad is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting there on public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Chikkalthana Airport (IXU)
The quietest month for a flight from Pune Airport to Chikkalthana Airport is April, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Aurangabad based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Aurangabad is May, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC and 40ºC. Lock in your flights from Pune Airport to Chikkalthana Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PNQ to IXU in January. Average temperatures are between 15ºC and 30ºC then.
Explore more of India
Mumbai is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered after you've seen Aurangabad. Around 290 kilometres away to the west, its best attractions include Gateway of India, Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus and Marine Drive.
If you want to check out another major destination in India, consider Ahmedabad, about 451 kilometres north-west of Aurangabad. Sabarmati Ashram / Mahatma Gandhi's Home, Kankaria Lake and Sidi Saiyyed's Mosque are among its highlights.
