Travelling from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to Seoul: what you need to know
Seoul is 3 hours 30 minutes ahead of Bagdogra, where Bagdogra Airport is located. Seoul operates on the UTC+9 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to get on your flight from IXB to Seoul. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Whether you'd prefer to explore a new city on the way or just take a break, we make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) is a stop you can make on your flight from IXB to Seoul.
If you have a passport from India, you'll need an embassy visa to enter South Korea. This applies when booking a cheap ticket from Bagdogra Airport to Seoul for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always consult official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and definitely before flying.
The journey from central Bagdogra to IXB takes approximately 42 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 11 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel near IXB? If you're catching an early flight from Bagdogra Airport to Seoul, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Bagdogra Airport (IXB) to Seoul
C$679 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Bagdogra Airport to Seoul. A return flight starts from C$809. These fares may change based on demand.
To find cheap tickets from IXB to Seoul, book early. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for a ticket from Bagdogra Airport to Seoul.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Bagdogra Airport to Seoul. Simply enter your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Airports in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) is approximately 48 kilometres from central Seoul. The time it takes to reach the centre by car rental or cab depends on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour and 44 minutes.
Consider staying in a hotel near ICN if you're taking a late flight from Bagdogra Airport to Seoul. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Gimpo International Airport (GMP) is about 16 kilometres from the centre of Seoul. Explore your options for getting into town after your flight from Bagdogra Airport to Seoul has touched down.
You can also opt for public transport, which will take about 1 hour and 3 minutes.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to GMP. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from IXB to Seoul:
Best time to go to Seoul
July is the most popular month to board a flight from Bagdogra Airport to Seoul while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Seoul, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
When booking your flight from Bagdogra Airport to Seoul, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Seoul, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 4ºC. Search for cheap flights from IXB to Seoul around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Seoul
After booking your flight from Bagdogra Airport to Seoul, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Seoul:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Gyeongbokgung Palace, Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower are highlights which should be on any good Seoul itinerary.
Complete your Seoul trip with a car rental
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