Travelling from London to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR): What you need to know
When planning your flight from London to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR), you'll have your pick of airports to leave from. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
The timezone in Ranchi is UTC+5:30, which is five hours 30 minutes ahead of London. Birsa Munda Airport is located in Ranchi.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to catch your flight from London to IXR.
With more people on the move during high season, it's wise to get to your terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from London to IXR with a stopover. To explore your options departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between LHR and IXR include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
The journey from central London to LHR takes about 1 hour by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 31 kms (19 miles) in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from London to Birsa Munda Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels near London Heathrow Airport:
68.18% of flights leaving from London Heathrow Airport arrive at their destination on time.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Break up your flight from London to Birsa Munda Airport with a stop at Ahmedabad Airport (AMD). A major connection between London Gatwick Airport and IXR, it's a good opportunity to enjoy some downtime before continuing your journey.
On public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kms (50 miles) away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your London to IXR flight, stay in one of these hotels close to London Gatwick Airport:
As far as flight punctuality goes, London Gatwick Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 69.26%.
Stansted Airport (STN)
From central London, STN is around 64 kms (40 miles) away. It takes roughly 1 hour to arrive by car and 1 hour 25 minutes or so if you take public transport.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your London to Birsa Munda Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Stansted Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're jetting off early:
The on-time performance rate of STN is 64.73%. In simpler terms, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive as planned.
About Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)
If you're arriving on a late flight from London to Birsa Munda Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near IXR:
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Birsa Munda Airport is £199. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £400. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from London to IXR. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Affordable London to Birsa Munda Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then pick the cheapest day.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from London to IXR.
Find an affordable flight from London to Birsa Munda Airport by using filters. Choose your ideal times, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from London to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from London to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR). July is when most people travel to Ranchi. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, go in April.
The warmest month in Ranchi is May, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 39ºC (102ºF). Lock in your London to IXR plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for cheap tickets from London to Birsa Munda Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Ranchi
After booking your flight from London to Birsa Munda Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these options your base for exploring Ranchi:
ISKCON Ranchi New Temple Land and Hudru Falls are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Ranchi to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Jagannath Temple.
Explore more of India
You've seen Ranchi, now it's time to discover other parts of India. Travel about 257 kms (160 miles) north to Patna to check off its top sights. From Jangi Masjid - جنگی مسجد to Gurudwara and Buddha Smriti Park, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 105 kms (65 miles) south-east 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.