Travelling from Dubai to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR): What you need to know
Birsa Munda Airport is located in Ranchi. The city follows the UTC+5:30 timezone and is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Dubai.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Dubai to IXR. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time like January? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Dubai to IXR that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from Dubai International Airport (DXB), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between DXB and IXR include:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Pune International Airport (PNQ)
DXB is around 14 kms (9 miles) from central Dubai. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Dubai to Birsa Munda Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some bonus sleep) by staying at one of these hotels close to Dubai International Airport:
74% of flights that leave from Dubai International Airport make it to their destination on time.
Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
DWC is around 48 kms (30 miles) from central Dubai. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Dubai to IXR flight? Relax in a hotel near Al Maktoum International Airport before your break officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
57% of flights leaving Al Maktoum International Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)
If you have a late flight from Dubai to Birsa Munda Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near IXR:
Getting from Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) to central Ranchi
The centre of Ranchi is around 3 kms (2 miles) from Birsa Munda Airport. Travel times by taxi or car hire will vary based on time of day and traffic conditions, so do some research before you go.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 40 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Birsa Munda Airport is £104. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £198. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from Dubai to IXR, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
Cheap Dubai to Birsa Munda Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
Locking in a cheap plane ticket from Dubai to IXR is easy 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 lower fare pops up.
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The best time to fly from Dubai to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Ranchi. November is when most people book flights from Dubai to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
Before locking in your Dubai to IXR plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. May is the warmest month in Ranchi, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 39ºC.
January has temperatures of between 11ºC and 26ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Dubai to Birsa Munda Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Ranchi
Start your Ranchi trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Dubai to Birsa Munda Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
Jagannath Temple and Hatia Dam are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Ranchi to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Juma Masjid.
Explore more of India
Ranchi has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of India just waiting to be explored. Around 257 kms (160 miles) north of Ranchi, a trip to Patna will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Gurudwara, Buddha Smriti Park and Buddha Statue.
Around 105 kms (65 miles) southeast of Ranchi, Jamshedpur is another favourite stop in India. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Mughal Garden, Rock Garden and Birla Temple.