Ranchi Airport (IXR) — Live Departures Today
Birsa Munda Airport — IXR is named after Birsa Munda, the tribal freedom fighter. Heavy weekend traffic from Delhi/Kolkata of business travellers and tribal-region returnees. International cargo operations exist but no scheduled passenger international service.
Enter the flight number (e.g. 6E2341, AI803, SG142) on our flight-status search:
Search Flight Status →Airlines departing from Ranchi Airport
| Airline | Terminal (departure) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 6E | Terminal 1 | IndiGo runs Ranchi to Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Patna, Chennai. |
| SG | Terminal 1 | SpiceJet operates domestic flights from IXR. |
| QP | Terminal 1 | Akasa Air operates from Ranchi Terminal 1. |
| AI | Terminal 1 | Air India operates from IXR. |
Tracking Ranchi airport departures
For real-time Ranchi 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 Ranchi: 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.
Ranchi airport note: IXR is named after Birsa Munda, the tribal freedom fighter. Heavy weekend traffic from Delhi/Kolkata of business travellers and tribal-region returnees. International cargo operations exist but no scheduled passenger international service.
Getting to Ranchi airport: No metro. Ranchi airport is ~7 km from city centre — 20 min by taxi.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check live departure status at Ranchi 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 IXR-specific live screens, visit the airport's official website or use the airport-information displays in the terminal.
How many airlines operate from Ranchi airport?
Approximately 4+ airlines operate scheduled flights from Ranchi airport (IXR), 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 Ranchi airport have multiple terminals?
Ranchi airport (IXR) operates a single integrated terminal handling both domestic and international flights. No risk of terminal confusion.
How early should I arrive at Ranchi airport before a flight?
Recommended airport-arrival lead times for Ranchi (IXR): 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 Ranchi airport?
Ranchi airport's IATA code is IXR. The full official airport name is Birsa Munda Airport. Use this code when booking, tracking, or referring to the airport in flight schedules and itineraries.
How do I get to Ranchi airport from the city?
No metro. Ranchi airport is ~7 km from city centre — 20 min by taxi.
How early does web check-in open at Ranchi 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: 25 May 2026. Live status data refreshes every 60–90 seconds.