Airports Near Puruliya
The closest airports to Puruliya, India: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Puruliya, India is Birsa Munda Airport (IXR), about 66 mi (106 km) away — roughly 1 hr 58 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IXR | Birsa Munda AirportRanchi, India | 66 mi / 106 km | 1 hr 58 min | Regional |
| DGH | Deoghar AirportDeoghar, India | 80 mi / 129 km | 1 hr 52 min | Regional |
| CCU | Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International AirportKolkata, India | 140 mi / 226 km | 3 hr 16 min | International |
| LDA | Malda AirportMalda, India | 161 mi / 259 km | 3 hr 44 min | Regional |
| RJH | Shah Mokhdum AirportRajshahi, Bangladesh | 162 mi / 260 km | 3 hr 45 min | Regional |
| PAT | Lok Nayak Jayaprakash AirportPatna, India | 176 mi / 283 km | 4 hr 5 min | Regional |
| JRG | Jharsuguda AirportJharsuguda, India | 177 mi / 285 km | 4 hr 7 min | Regional |
| JSR | Jessore AirportJashahor, Bangladesh | 178 mi / 286 km | 4 hr 8 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) is the most convenient at about 66 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) (140 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Puruliya. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with IXR.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near IXR saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to Puruliya is Birsa Munda Airport (IXR), about 66 mi (106 km) away — roughly 1 hr 58 min by road.