Flying from Dubai to Chandigarh Airport (IXC): what you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering the departure point for your flight from Dubai to Chandigarh Airport (IXC). Dubai Airport (DXB) and Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) are the two main airports in Dubai.
Jump on a direct flight from Dubai to Chandigarh Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 29 minutes.
The timezone in Chandigarh is UTC+5:30, which is 1 hour 30 minutes ahead of Dubai. Chandigarh Airport is located in Chandigarh.
With 13 direct flights a week between the two airports, Dubai Airport (DXB) to Chandigarh Airport (IXC) is the most popular route. IndiGo operates the earliest flight at 10:10. If you prefer to get more out of your day before you fly, the latest flight from DXB to IXC is with IndiGo at 10:20.
Leave plenty of time to make your flight from Dubai to IXC. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and as much as four hours for international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to grab something to eat or simply relax.
Airports in Dubai
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Get to your destination in one go from Dubai Airport (DXB). Direct flights from Dubai to Chandigarh Airport (IXC) are available from here.
You can get away on a direct flight from Dubai to Chandigarh Airport with IndiGo. This top airline operates departures from DXB.
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your trip — and possibly even tour another city. When browsing flights from Dubai to IXC departing from Dubai Airport (DXB), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
Ahmedabad Airport (AMD)
The distance from central Dubai to DXB is approximately 14 kilometres. Check out Google Maps for the best route, whether you plan to drive or take public transport.
Want an easy start to your break? Stay near Dubai Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Dubai to Chandigarh Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)
Planning to leave from Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)? You can reserve a direct flight from Dubai to Chandigarh Airport (IXC) out of this busy hub.
DWC is around 56 kilometres from central Dubai. It'll take you 45 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before catching your flight from Dubai to IXC, take it easy in one of these hotels close to Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport:
About Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
Reserve a hotel near IXC if you're taking a late flight from Dubai to Chandigarh Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Chandigarh Airport (IXC) to central Chandigarh
From Chandigarh Airport, Chandigarh is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 22 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour and 5 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Chandigarh Airport is ر.ق. 381. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 944. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 8 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from Dubai to IXC.
The cheapest month for tickets from Dubai to Chandigarh Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' search feature to find the most affordable day to fly if you're flexible with your departure dates.
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Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Dubai to Chandigarh Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Dubai to Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
July is the most popular month to catch a flight from Dubai to Chandigarh Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to go to Chandigarh, consider your preferred travel pace and style.
The warmest month in Chandigarh is June, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 41ºC. Lock in your flights from Dubai to IXC in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap flights from Dubai to Chandigarh Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC and 22ºC on average.
More about Chandigarh
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Chandigarh right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Dubai to Chandigarh Airport:
Nek Chand’s Rock Garden of Chandigarh and Rock Garden are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your Chandigarh to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Sukhna Lake.
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