Yes, it is very safe for tourists.

How to reach from Bagdogra?

Taxis and shared jeeps are available.

Kaggalipura

Gangtok

Flight

Kaggalipura to Gangtok

Updated: 22 May 2026

To reach Gangtok from Kaggalipura, travel to Bengaluru and take a flight to Bagdogra Airport. From Bagdogra, hire a taxi or take a shared jeep to Gangtok. The drive from Bagdogra to Gangtok is scenic, winding through the Himalayan foothills.

Total Distance: Driving distance 2300 km, Air distance 1900 km.

Fastest Way

Flight to Bagdogra followed by a private taxi.

Cheapest Way

Flight to Bagdogra followed by shared taxi.

Compare Kaggalipura to Gangtok Routes

Flight

Connecting

Duration

7 hours

Avg Price

8000-15000 INR

Operator

IndiGo

Route

BLR to IXB

Book a pre-paid taxi from Bagdogra airport.

Travel Tips

Permits
You need permits for restricted areas like Nathula.
Clothing
Carry heavy woolens even in summer.
Health
Carry motion sickness medication for the mountain roads.
Connectivity
Network can be unstable in high altitudes.
Cash
Carry enough cash for remote areas.

Safety Tips

Altitude
Acclimatize properly to avoid altitude sickness.
Roads
Hire experienced drivers for mountain roads.
Weather
Check weather forecasts before traveling.
Emergency
Keep emergency contacts for local authorities.