Travelling from Melbourne to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR): What you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll leave from in Melbourne. Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is the city's main airport, so check out your options for reserving a flight from Melbourne to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) out of here.
The timezone in Ranchi is UTC+5:30, which is five hours 30 minutes behind Melbourne. Birsa Munda Airport is located in Ranchi.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Melbourne to IXR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
During high season, expect extended wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Stopovers are a great opportunity to visit a new place or just take a break during your travels. When looking for a cheap flight from Melbourne to IXR, deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is one option when leaving from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL).
MEL is about 24 kilometres from central Melbourne. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Melbourne to Birsa Munda Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
When it comes to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.71% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
AVV is around 56 kilometres from central Melbourne. It'll take you 50 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours 5 minutes.
Getting to the airport on time before your Melbourne to IXR flight is a lot easier when you stay close to Avalon Airport. If you have an early departure, Corio Bay Motel will put you a short ride from the airport.
The majority of flights that leave Avalon Airport get to their destination right on cue. It achieves a consistent on-time performance rate of 80.09%.
About Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)
Consider booking a hotel near IXR if you're catching a late flight from Melbourne to Birsa Munda Airport. Choose one of these options and end the night sooner:
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)
RM1,133 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Birsa Munda Airport. Return flights start at RM2,240. These fares can change based on demand.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Melbourne to IXR. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Cheap Melbourne to Birsa Munda Airport tickets are easier to find when your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Melbourne to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)
Think about your travel style when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to go to Ranchi. July is when most people book flights from Melbourne to Birsa Munda Airport (IXR), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
When booking your Melbourne to IXR plane ticket, consider the kind of weather you prefer. May is the warmest month in Ranchi, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 39ºC (102ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Birsa Munda Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
More about Ranchi
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Ranchi right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Melbourne to Birsa Munda Airport:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Ranchi when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Head straight for ISKCON Ranchi New Temple Land followed by Hudru Falls and Jagannath Temple.
Explore more of India
Patna is just one of the many cities in India waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Ranchi. Around 257 kilometres away to the north, well-known attractions include Jangi Masjid - جنگی مسجد, Gurudwara and Buddha Smriti Park.
Around 105 kilometres south-east of Ranchi, Jamshedpur is another favourite stop in India. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Mughal Garden, Rock Garden and Birla Temple.
