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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from New Delhi to Ranchi:

• Earliest: departs at 05:25 and lands at 07:14
• Latest: departs at 18:40 and lands at 20:29.

The flight takes about 1h 49m.

Only Economy class is available on flights from New Delhi to Ranchi.

A direct flight from New Delhi to Ranchi takes 1h 49m, covering 1,620 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from New Delhi to Ranchi range from ₹ 11,494 to ₹ 14,831, with an average of ₹ 12,609 over the past 12 months. Anything below ₹ 11,494 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 11% above the ₹ 12,609 route average. Book 18 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, direct and stopover fares are close on average, with direct at ₹ 12,539 return and stopover options via Patna (PAT) at ₹ 12,956.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge ₹ 2,148–₹ 3,237 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by IndiGo and Air India Express. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on New Delhi to Ranchi flights, with 43% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 43%, Evening flights for 14%, and Night flights for 0%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about ₹ 13,760 to ₹ 59,196. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from New Delhi to Ranchi are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about ₹ 10,021, which is 58% above the typical average for this route.

Flights from New Delhi to Ranchi usually depart from New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl (DEL) and arrive at Ranchi (IXR).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the New Delhi to Ranchi route, 24% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 37m.

One-stop flights from New Delhi to Ranchi most commonly connect through:

• Bhubaneswar (BBI) – 33% of one-stop connections
• Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM) – 33% of one-stop connections
• Patna (PAT) – 33% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 10% on flights from New Delhi to Ranchi. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at ₹ 12,147 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at ₹ 13,475, a difference of ₹ 1,329.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between New Delhi and Ranchi. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• IndiGo
• Air India Express

Flying via Bhubaneswar (BBI) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 5h 36m, compared to 7h 11m via Patna (PAT) and 7h 22m via Mumbai Chhatrapati Shivaji Intl (BOM).

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• IndiGo: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Air India Express: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Air India: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

If you’re looking for quick flights between Delhi and Ranchi, there are numerous airlines offering direct routes. Air India has direct flights that typically take around 1h 35min, while flights operated by IndiGo usually take 1h 45min. Vistara and GoFirst are two other airlines operating direct flights between these two destinations.

Once you’ve arrived at Ranchi Airport, a more convenient way to reach the city centre is to arrange a private taxi (it’s even handier to arrange this ahead of time) or to use one of the local taxi apps. This trip will usually take around 15min, depending on traffic.

The Economy Class of airlines like SpiceJet, IndiGo, AirAsia India, and Vistara all enforce identical restrictions on carry-on weight, limiting it to 7 kg for one piece of hand luggage. The maximum dimensions allowed are 55 cm (22 inches) x 40 cm (16 inches) x 20 cm (8 inches).

If you book your flight from New Delhi Gandhi Airport (DEL) to Ranchi Airport (IXR) with AirAsia India, you can enjoy exclusive access to the Premium Plaza Lounge in the Domestic Terminal 3. Here you can put your feet up and relax prior to your flight, with access to a food and drinks menu as well as entertainment, comfy seating, and free Wi-Fi.

If you want to reduce your CO2 emissions when flying from New Delhi to Ranchi, check out direct flights with IndiGo or AirAsia India. Both airlines operate flight routes that can cut your carbon emissions by a considerable amount, up to 40%.

Vistara and IndiGo both offer great services to ensure your unaccompanied minor is looked after and made to feel comfortable on their flight from New Delhi Gandhi Airport (DEL) to Ranchi Airport (IXR). As standard it is recommended to contact the airline about the various documentation that need to be signed as a parent or legal guardian.