Agartala Airport (IXA) — Live Departures Today
Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport — IXA is the closest major Indian airport to Bangladesh, with significant cross-border traffic. The new terminal building (2023) has improved passenger handling significantly. Gateway for the Tripura tourism circuit including Ujjayanta Palace and Neermahal.
Enter the flight number (e.g. 6E2341, AI803, SG142) on our flight-status search:
Search Flight Status →Airlines departing from Agartala Airport
| Airline | Terminal (departure) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 6E | Terminal 1 | IndiGo operates from IXA to Delhi, Kolkata, Bangalore, Mumbai, Guwahati, Chennai, Hyderabad. |
| SG | Terminal 1 | SpiceJet domestic routes from Agartala. |
| AI | Terminal 1 | Air India operates domestic flights from IXA. Also operates Dhaka (Bangladesh) international. |
Tracking Agartala airport departures
For real-time Agartala airport departure status, the most accurate source is the official airport's display or your operating airline's website/app. Live departures data on this page refreshes every 60–90 seconds from ATC + airline systems.
Recommended airport-arrival lead times for Agartala: 2 hours before for domestic flights, 3 hours before for international. Web check-in opens 48 hours before departure on most Indian carriers and closes 1–2 hours before. Skip airport check-in queues by doing web check-in OR adding HappyFares Web Check-In Assist (₹349/passenger) — we handle it for you and send the boarding pass via WhatsApp.
Agartala airport note: IXA is the closest major Indian airport to Bangladesh, with significant cross-border traffic. The new terminal building (2023) has improved passenger handling significantly. Gateway for the Tripura tourism circuit including Ujjayanta Palace and Neermahal.
Getting to Agartala airport: No metro. IXA is 12 km from Agartala city centre — 20–30 min by taxi (₹200–₹350).
Frequently asked questions
How do I check live departure status at Agartala airport?
Enter your flight number (e.g. 6E2341, AI803, SG142) in the flight-status search on this page. Live data updates every 60–90 seconds from ATC and airline operations systems. Alternatively, the operating airline's app or website typically has the most accurate real-time information. For IXA-specific live screens, visit the airport's official website or use the airport-information displays in the terminal.
How many airlines operate from Agartala airport?
Approximately 3+ airlines operate scheduled flights from Agartala airport (IXA), including major Indian carriers like IndiGo, Air India, SpiceJet, Akasa Air, plus international airlines on Gulf, Southeast Asia, and Europe/North America routes where applicable.
Does Agartala airport have multiple terminals?
Agartala airport (IXA) operates a single integrated terminal handling both domestic and international flights. No risk of terminal confusion.
How early should I arrive at Agartala airport before a flight?
Recommended airport-arrival lead times for Agartala (IXA): 2 hours before for domestic flights and 3 hours before for international flights. During festive peaks (Diwali, Christmas-New Year) and Friday/Sunday evenings, add another 30 minutes. Web check-in (opens 48 hours before, closes 1-2 hours before) lets you skip check-in queues at the airport.
What is the IATA code for Agartala airport?
Agartala airport's IATA code is IXA. The full official airport name is Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport. Use this code when booking, tracking, or referring to the airport in flight schedules and itineraries.
How do I get to Agartala airport from the city?
No metro. IXA is 12 km from Agartala city centre — 20–30 min by taxi (₹200–₹350).
How early does web check-in open at Agartala airport?
Web check-in on most Indian airlines opens 48 hours before departure and closes 60-90 minutes before for domestic flights, 60-120 minutes before for international flights. IndiGo web check-in opens at 48h. Air India: 48h web check-in window. SpiceJet: 48h. Always confirm specific airline cut-offs by clicking the airline name above.
Last updated: 27 May 2026. Live status data refreshes every 60–90 seconds.