Siliguri Airport (IXB) — Live Departures Today
Bagdogra International Airport (Siliguri) — IXB is a civilian enclave at an IAF base. Operating hours are restricted (typically 7am–7pm with no night flights) due to the military requirements. Limited international operations — Bhutan's Druk Air via Paro, Bangladesh flights to Dhaka.
Enter the flight number (e.g. 6E2341, AI803, SG142) on our flight-status search:
Search Flight Status →Airlines departing from Siliguri Airport
| Airline | Terminal (departure) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 6E | Terminal 1 | IndiGo runs the largest schedule from Bagdogra — Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad. The gateway airp |
| SG | Terminal 1 | SpiceJet domestic flights from Bagdogra use Terminal 1. |
| QP | Terminal 1 | Akasa Air operates from Bagdogra Terminal 1. |
| AI | Terminal 1 | Air India operates domestic flights from IXB. |
Tracking Siliguri airport departures
For real-time Siliguri 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 Siliguri: 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.
Siliguri airport note: IXB is a civilian enclave at an IAF base. Operating hours are restricted (typically 7am–7pm with no night flights) due to the military requirements. Limited international operations — Bhutan's Druk Air via Paro, Bangladesh flights to Dhaka.
Getting to Siliguri airport: No metro. Bagdogra is ~16 km from Siliguri — 30–45 min by taxi. Onward to Darjeeling/Gangtok is a 3–4 hr drive.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check live departure status at Siliguri 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 IXB-specific live screens, visit the airport's official website or use the airport-information displays in the terminal.
How many airlines operate from Siliguri airport?
Approximately 4+ airlines operate scheduled flights from Siliguri airport (IXB), 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 Siliguri airport have multiple terminals?
Siliguri airport (IXB) operates a single integrated terminal handling both domestic and international flights. No risk of terminal confusion.
How early should I arrive at Siliguri airport before a flight?
Recommended airport-arrival lead times for Siliguri (IXB): 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 Siliguri airport?
Siliguri airport's IATA code is IXB. The full official airport name is Bagdogra International Airport (Siliguri). Use this code when booking, tracking, or referring to the airport in flight schedules and itineraries.
How do I get to Siliguri airport from the city?
No metro. Bagdogra is ~16 km from Siliguri — 30–45 min by taxi. Onward to Darjeeling/Gangtok is a 3–4 hr drive.
How early does web check-in open at Siliguri 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: 12 June 2026. Live status data refreshes every 60–90 seconds.