How to find cheap flights to Chikkalthana Airport (IXU)
The lowest price currently available for a one-way flight to Chikkalthana Airport is $372. A round-trip plane ticket to IXU right now is $987.
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Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find the lowest price on tickets to Aurangabad, where Chikkalthana Airport is located, if you book as early as possible. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
Click on the 'Add nearby airports' filter and expand your search for cheap flights to Aurangabad. This will list all the airports around your departure and destination points.
Think about taking a flight with a stop, as indirect routes can often save you money. Just uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your plane tickets to Chikkalthana Airport.
Best time to go to Aurangabad
The cheapest month to board a flight to Aurangabad is usually May.
If your travel dates are flexible, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll help you find the cheapest month, and even day of the year, for flights to IXU.
If you'd love to experience Aurangabad at its liveliest, book your flights to IXU for August. Being on vacation during peak seasons generally means more things to do compared to other times.
April is the quietest period of the year to travel if you prefer a more relaxed vibe. There's also a good chance you'll find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Aurangabad then.
With averages of between 77ºF and 104ºF, May is when Aurangabad is at its warmest. Plan your visit around your weather preferences to get the most out of your time here.
January sees the lowest temperatures, ranging from around 59ºF to 86ºF.
Don't want to pack a raincoat? January is the driest month in Aurangabad.
Rain is more likely during July, which gets around 20 days of wet weather.
Traveling to Chikkalthana Airport (IXU): What you need to know
Head straight to Aurangabad with IndiGo or Air India. These major airlines operate nonstop flights to Chikkalthana Airport.
Air India offers the most punctual service. Up to 93% of its flights into this airport land without being late, making it an excellent choice when reserving your IXU plane ticket.
You'll be arriving in the UTC+5:30 timezone at IXU.
Whether you're arriving late or simply want the convenience of staying close by, you'll find some great hotels near Chikkalthana Airport. Kick back at one of these after your flight to IXU:
Flights departing from Chikkalthana Airport complete their journey as scheduled 67% of the time. This figure shows how the airport performs overall in terms of punctuality.
Getting to central Aurangabad from Chikkalthana Airport (IXU)
The distance from IXU to central Aurangabad is about 4 miles.
If you're planning to catch a cab after your flight to IXU, it'll take around 15 minutes to get to the center.
Take public transport and you'll be there in roughly 25 minutes.
Aurangabad is packed with options for a great night's sleep. Here's a lineup of comfortable hotels to put on your short list:
Aurangabad highlights
Step off your flight to Aurangabad and find your way to these major attractions:
Pangong lake: A classic place to begin your tour of the city, this landmark is located around 4 miles south-west of the city center.
Park & Gardens: You'll discover this park roughly 1 mile west of the center. It offers a nice change of pace while exploring Aurangabad.
Jama Masjid: Need another great reason to visit Aurangabad? This landmark attracts travelers from all over and is about 7 miles south-west of the city center.
How to get to Jālna from Chikkalthana Airport (IXU)
Off to the nearby city of Jālna? It's about 35 miles from IXU. Give yourself around 1 hour 10 minutes to reach the center in a cab or ride-share.
Allow for a travel time of 1 hour 50 minutes or so when making your way to Jālna on public transport.
Traveling from Chikkalthana Airport (IXU) to Chalisgaon
If Chalisgaon is where you're traveling to, public transport will take around 8 hours 15 minutes from Chikkalthana Airport. This city is about 50 miles from IXU.
It'll take you 2 hours or so to drive to Chalisgaon.
Explore more of India
There's plenty more of India ready to be uncovered. Around 170 miles west of Aurangabad, set out for Mumbai. On the must-do list? Start with Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus, Shri Siddhivinayak Temple and Marine Drive View Sunset Point. The closest airport to this city is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM).
Another city in India that could easily become a favorite is Pune. From Aurangabad, it's around 140 miles south-west and features highlights like BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir and Shaniwar Wada. Make time for Dagadusheth Halwai Ganapati Temple too. Pune Airport (PNQ) is the city's main airport.
Add one more stop to the mix with Navi Mumbai. Roughly 160 miles west of Aurangabad, Lord Shiva Temple, Nhava Local Ferry To Elefanta Cave and ISKCON Khargar are reason enough to go.
