Airport
Birsa Munda Airport (IXR)
Birsa Munda Airport (IXR) is the main gateway to Ranchi, the capital of Jharkhand, and the surrounding region. Compare transfer options to central Ranchi and nearby destinations such as Tagore Hill, Dassam Falls and Patratu Valley.
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About Birsa Munda Airport
Birsa Munda Airport is the main airport serving Ranchi, the capital of Jharkhand. It is named after the Indian tribal freedom fighter Birsa Munda and is operated by the Airports Authority of India.
Located in the Hinoo area, roughly 5–7 km from central Ranchi, the airport primarily handles domestic flights and connects the city with major destinations across India. A modern integrated passenger terminal opened in March 2013, bringing check-in, security, arrivals and passenger services together in one building.
The airport is reached by road, with prepaid taxis, app-based cabs, auto-rickshaws, car rental and private transfers available for the short journey into Ranchi.
Passengers can use facilities including free Wi-Fi, a lounge, restaurants and cafés, duty-free shopping, ATMs, currency exchange and charging points, making the airport a practical gateway for travel to Ranchi and the wider Jharkhand region.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Birsa Munda Airport operates a single integrated passenger terminal that handles domestic flights. The terminal, opened in 2013, is designed to accommodate domestic passengers and can support international passenger processing when required.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Birsa Munda Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Birsa Munda Airport to Ranchi hotels, business districts and other destinations across Jharkhand.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the airport, business meetings or sightseeing around Ranchi.
Car Rental
Rent a car from Birsa Munda Airport for independent travel around Ranchi and onward trips to nearby destinations such as Dassam Falls and Patratu Valley.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups travelling between Birsa Munda Airport, hotels, event venues and other locations in Jharkhand.
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