Direct (nonstop) flights from Leh to Srinagar

1 airline flys nonstop from Leh (IXL) to Srinagar (SXR). It's 160 miles (257 km), about 50m in the air. Operated by Air India.

IXL
Leh
🇮🇳 Leh, India
SXR
Srinagar
🇮🇳 Srinagar, India
Flight Time
50m
Distance
160 mi
257 km
CO₂/pax
30 kg
−46 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Air India
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Air India Air India

Route data last updated: May 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Air India AI Air India
Route
IXL → SXR
Flight Time
50m
Distance
160 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Leh to Srinagar with one stop · direct emits 30 kg CO₂ per passenger

IXL IXJ (Jammu) SXR
Leg 1: 55m (186 mi) Leg 2: 40m (91 mi) Total: ~1h 35m 🍃 76 kg CO₂ (+153% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IXL → IXJ
55m · 186 mi
View IXL to IXJ flights →
Leg 2
IXJ → SXR
40m · 91 mi
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IXL IXC (Chandigarh) SXR
Leg 1: 1h 5m (242 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (258 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 118 kg CO₂ (+293% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IXL → IXC
1h 5m · 242 mi
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Leg 2
IXC → SXR
1h 5m · 258 mi
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IXL DEL (Delhi) SXR
Leg 1: 1h 25m (385 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (400 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 170 kg CO₂ (+467% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IXL → DEL
1h 25m · 385 mi
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Leg 2
DEL → SXR
1h 35m · 400 mi
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IXL BOM (Mumbai) SXR
Leg 1: 2h 35m (1,075 mi) Leg 2: 2h 43m (1,033 mi) Total: ~5h 18m 🍃 382 kg CO₂ (+1173% vs. direct)
Leg 1
IXL → BOM
2h 35m · 1,075 mi
View IXL to BOM flights →
Leg 2
BOM → SXR
2h 43m · 1,033 mi
View BOM to SXR flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Leh to Srinagar?

A nonstop flight from Leh (IXL) to Srinagar (SXR) takes approximately 0 hours and 50 minutes. The distance is 160 miles (257 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Leh to Srinagar?

Just Air India.

Is there a nonstop flight from Leh to Srinagar?

Yes. 1 airline: Air India.

How far is Leh from Srinagar?

The flight distance from Leh to Srinagar is 160 miles (257 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Washington DC.

What type of aircraft flies from Leh to Srinagar?

At 50m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Leh to Srinagar?

Roughly 30 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 150 km.

Is the return flight from Srinagar to Leh also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Leh to Srinagar?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Leh for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.