Delhi to Ranchi flight guide — airlines, fares, under-2-hour flight time, terminals and domestic travel documents.
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Quick answer: Delhi to Ranchi non-stop flights take about ≈ 1h 55m, operated by IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express, Akasa Air, with around ≈ 8–10 non-stops daily direct departures a day. This is a domestic route within India, so no visa is required. Use the live search above to compare today's cheapest DEL–IXR fare across every airline, OTA and travel agent in one place.
Last reviewed June 2026 by the FlightGPT flights desk · route facts cross-checked against DGCA and the Airports Authority of India (AAI) · fares are live — verify the final price in search before booking.
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IndiGo operates the highest frequency with roughly 4–5 daily A320neo non-stops. Air India Express adds 1–2 daily B737-800 services, and Air India runs additional departures — often on A320neo equipment. Akasa Air, the newer carrier, has also entered this route with Boeing 737 MAX 8 flights. Together, these airlines offer 8–10 daily non-stops spread from early morning (around 06:45) to evening (around 19:00), giving travellers genuine flexibility. Competition keeps fares competitive, especially midweek.
Fares peak around Diwali, Chhath Puja (November), Christmas and the summer holidays (May–June) when Jharkhand's diaspora heads home. Chhath Puja is an especially heavy-demand window — book early. The cheapest periods are typically July–August (monsoon) and mid-January–February. As of May 2026, indicative one-way economy fares start near ₹4,500–7,000 when booked 2–4 weeks ahead, with round trips commonly ₹8,000–12,000. Indicative ranges only — check live fares in the FlightGPT chat.
The non-stop flight covers roughly 1,008 km in about 1 hour 50–2 hours eastbound. Return flights to Delhi are often a few minutes shorter. The route tracks east-southeast across Uttar Pradesh and into Jharkhand. All flights are non-stop; there is no practical reason to take a connecting service. The alternative is the Rajdhani Express train, which takes about 8–9 hours overnight — still popular for budget travellers and those who prefer a sleeper, but the flight saves a full working day.
IndiGo saver fares include 15 kg checked + 7 kg cabin; flexi tiers add more. Air India domestic economy typically allows 15–25 kg checked + 7 kg cabin. Akasa Air includes 15 kg checked + 7 kg cabin in its standard fare. Air India Express standard fares come with 15 kg checked + 7 kg cabin. On this high-frequency route, prices across carriers stay close, so baggage policy and schedule convenience are often the tiebreakers. Check excess baggage rates if you are carrying heavy luggage — pre-purchasing extra weight online is cheaper than paying at the counter.
Delhi (DEL) — IndiGo typically uses T1, Air India Express and Akasa Air use T2, and Air India uses T3. Always confirm your terminal before travel. Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) is Ranchi's sole airport, located about 5 km from the city centre. It has a single domestic terminal with a small but functional setup. Pre-paid taxis to the city cost around ₹200–400, and Ola/Uber are widely available. The airport also serves as the gateway for Jamshedpur (about 130 km south-east) and Hazaribagh (about 95 km north).
This is a domestic Indian flight, so no passport or visa is needed. Carry a valid government photo ID — Aadhaar card, driving licence, voter ID or passport — matching the name on your booking. Children under 12 can travel with a school ID or birth certificate. Web check-in is available 48–72 hours before departure on all carriers and is strongly recommended to skip counter queues. No special permits are needed for Ranchi or the surrounding areas.
The non-stop flight takes about 1 hour 55 minutes, covering roughly 1,008 km. Return flights westbound to Delhi are often a few minutes shorter.
IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express and Akasa Air operate about 8-10 non-stop flights daily on this route. IndiGo has the highest frequency.
As of May 2026, indicative one-way economy fares start near ₹4,500-7,000 when booked 2-4 weeks ahead, with round trips commonly ₹8,000-12,000. Chhath Puja and Diwali are the most expensive periods. Indicative only - check live fares in the FlightGPT chat.
IndiGo uses T1, Air India Express and Akasa Air use T2, and Air India uses T3 at Delhi. Always confirm before travel.
July-August (monsoon) and mid-January-February are typically cheapest. Chhath Puja (November), Diwali and summer holidays (May-June) see the highest fares.
No. Any valid government photo ID - Aadhaar, driving licence, voter ID or passport - is sufficient for this domestic flight.
The cheapest Delhi to Ranchi airfare on any given day depends on three things — your travel date, your airline preference and how far ahead you book. Use the FlightGPT search box above to compare Delhi to Ranchi ticket prices across IndiGo, Air India, Air India Express, Akasa Air — typically the lowest fare today differs from the lowest fare 30 days from now by 25-40 percent. We surface every option so the lowest Delhi-Ranchi price wins.
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Most travellers prefer the Delhi to Ranchi non-stop option. The direct Delhi-Ranchi flight time is ≈ 1h 55m. If you are flexible, 1-stop alternatives through major hubs can be 15-30 percent cheaper. FlightGPT lets you filter by "Direct only" or compare both side by side — useful when you want the cheapest Delhi Ranchi ticket but are open to a layover.
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