Located near Siliguri, West Bengal, Bagdogra International Airport serves as a gateway to the picturesque Himalayan regions of north Bengal, Sikkim and beyond. Not only is it a commercial airport, but also frequently used as a helipad and was previously used by the Indian Air Force.
Although known as an international airport, this airport does not offer a wide range of international flights, but is very well connected to Indian cities. It is also supposed to undergo expansion in infrastructure to incorporate greater footfall as its current footfall greatly exceeds its capacity. Here is all the helpful information you need about Bagdogra International Airport.
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Bagdogra Airport: Fact file
| Names | Bagdogra International Airport, Bagdogra Airport, Bagdogra Civil Aerodrome |
| IATA | IXB |
| Popular nearby destination | Siliguri, Darjeeling, Kalimpong, Mirik, Sikkim, Bhutan |
| Airport type | Civil, military |
| Owner | Indian Air Force |
| Operator | Airports Authority of India |
| Full address | M8PG + 25X, Bagdogra, Distt. Darjeeling Siliguri, West Bengal – 734421 |
| Annual footfall (April 2022 – March 2023) | 25.5 lakh (approx.) |
| Annual flight operations (April 202 – March 2023) | 18 thousand (approx.) |
Bagdogra Airport: Flights and destinations
Bagdogra Airport acts as an operational base for several well-known airline companies. Here is a list of flights operating from here to both domestic and international destinations.
| Flight type | Airline name | Destinations offered |
| Domestic | Air India Express | Kolkata, Delhi, Bangalore |
| Akasa Air | Guwahati, Mumbai, Bangalore | |
| IndiGo | Kolkata, Delhi, Mumbai, Hyderabad, Bangalore, Chennai | |
| Spicejet | Kolkata, Guwahati, Delhi, Mumbai, Ahmadabad, Bangalore | |
| Vistara | Dibrugarh, Delhi | |
| International | Drukair | Paro (Bhutan), Bangkok-Suvarnabhumi (Thailand) |
How to reach Bagdogra Airport?
Bagdogra Airport is strategically located to make commuting easy from the city centre. The public transport system to reach the airport is well-developed and you can find cabs and buses plying on the airport route very conveniently from the city centre. Moreover, the Bagdogra Railway Station is located at a distance of mere 3 km from the airport. You can reach there by train and cover the remaining distance by cab, bus or private vehicle.
The popular tourist sites in Bagdogra such as ISKCON Siliguri, Science City and Dreamland are all situated within a radius of 10 km from the airport and can be easily reached. There are several hotels in the immediate vicinity of the airport to take care of your accommodation needs.
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Impact on real estate
Enhancing connectivity to the commercial hub of the state, Bagdogra Airport is a boon for the real estate industry in the surrounding places and the city in general. The presence of the airport has played a major part in the economic growth and development of transport infrastructure in the city, thereby also enhancing the quality of life here. More and more people prefer settling in such economically developed and well-connected regions and it leads to the betterment of the real estate market as well.
The employment opportunities created with the development of the airport has led to a rise in the demand of real estate in the surrounding regions and the availability of infrastructural amenities is an added advantage. All these factors have made the region surrounding Bagdogra Airport an appealing prospect for investors.
FAQs
Is Bagdogra Airport a commercial airport?
Bagdogra Airport serves both as a commercial airport and a military base.
Does Bagdogra Airport offer international flights?
Yes, Bagdogra Airport offers international flights to Thailand and Bhutan.
What are the major tourist attractions surrounding the airport?
ISKCON Siliguri, Science City and Dreamland Amusement Park are some of the major attractions surrounding Bagdogra Airport.
How far is Bagdogra Airport from the city centre?
Bagdogra Airport is located at a distance of 12 km from the city centre.
How can I reach Bagdogra Airport?
You can reach Bagdogra Airport through bus, taxi or private vehicle.
How far is the nearest railway station from the airport?
Bagdogra Railway Station is the nearest railway station to the airport and is located at a distance of 3 km.
Which are the other airports near Bagdogra?
Bhadrapur, Biratnagar and Saidpur are the other airports near Bagdogra.
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