Flying from Leh Airport (IXL) to Srinagar Airport (SXR): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Leh Airport to Srinagar Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 50 minutes.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your IXL to SXR flight.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Jetting into Srinagar (and then discovering more of India!) is easy with Air India. This popular airline offers direct flights from Leh Airport to Srinagar Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Air India on this route.
Air India is the most punctual carrier offering IXL to SXR flights.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Leh Airport to Srinagar Airport. Here are the top stopovers between IXL and SXR:
Delhi Indira Gandhi International Airport
Chandigarh Airport
Jammu Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Leh Airport (IXL) to Srinagar Airport (SXR)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Leh Airport to Srinagar Airport flight is £35. A return ticket is currently £77. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from IXL to SXR. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Leh Airport to Srinagar Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from IXL to SXR by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Leh Airport to Srinagar Airport.
Handy information about Leh Airport (IXL)
Of the flights that depart from Leh Airport, 65% arrive on time at their destination.
Central Leh to Leh Airport is around 6 kms (4 miles). Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
Expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near IXL? If you're catching an early flight from Leh Airport to Srinagar Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Srinagar Airport (SXR)
If you're landing on a late Leh Airport to Srinagar Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near SXR:
When to fly to Srinagar Airport (SXR)
The quietest month for a flight from Leh Airport to Srinagar Airport is March, while June is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Srinagar based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Srinagar is July, with the temperature ranging between 13ºC and 32ºC. Book your flights from Leh Airport to Srinagar Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from IXL to SXR in January. Temperatures average between -8ºC and 11ºC then.
Explore more of India
Ludhiana is just one of the many places in India waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Srinagar. Around 370 kms (230 miles) away to the south, its best attractions include Iskcon Ludhiana, Gurdwara Dukh Niwaran Sahib Ludhiana and ISKCON, Sri Sri Radha Gopinath Temple.
Amritsar is another must-experience destination in India and is around 274 kms (170 miles) south of Srinagar. No journey is complete without visiting Golden Temple, Amritsar Heritage Walk & Golden Temple Tour and Amritsar Tourism.