Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Chandigarh Airport (IXC): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Chandigarh Airport is 3 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Chandigarh is UTC+5:30, which is one hour 30 minutes ahead of Dubai.
Flights from DXB to IXC start from 10:10 — the first with IndiGo. The last service of the day is at 10:20 with IndiGo. Overall, there are 13 weekly Dubai Airport to Chandigarh Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your DXB to IXC flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time such as January? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Chandigarh (and then seeing more of India!) is a breeze with IndiGo. This popular airline has direct flights from Dubai Airport to Chandigarh Airport.
IndiGo has the highest passenger demand on this route.
With a dependable 98.36% of services arriving on schedule, IndiGo is the most punctual carrier operating DXB to IXC flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Dubai Airport to Chandigarh Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between DXB and IXC include:
Indira Gandhi International Airport
Ahmedabad Airport
Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
Right now, 105 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dubai Airport to Chandigarh Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 234 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book six months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from DXB to IXC.
The cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Chandigarh Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Dubai Airport to Chandigarh Airport.
Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Dubai Airport, 74.31% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Dubai Airport from central Dubai, it takes around 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Dubai Airport to Chandigarh Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to DXB:
Arriving at Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
Consider staying in a hotel close to IXC if you're catching a late Dubai Airport to Chandigarh Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Enjoy the freedom to roam with a Chandigarh Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar to explore Chandigarh and beyond.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Chandigarh Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Chandigarh Airport (IXC) to central Chandigarh
From Chandigarh Airport, Chandigarh is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Chandigarh Airport (IXC)
The quietest month for a flight from Dubai Airport to Chandigarh Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Chandigarh based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Dubai Airport to Chandigarh Airport, think about the type of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Chandigarh, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 41ºC (106ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DXB to IXC in January. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of India
You've seen Chandigarh, now it's time to explore more of India. Journey around 241 kilometres south to Delhi to check off its must-visit sights. From Naqqar Khana to Sita ram park and JU Park-2, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're ready to explore another side of India, head for Jaipur, about 434 kilometres south of Chandigarh. Amber Fort, Hawa mahal museum and City Palace are key reasons to visit.